WIC Site Nutritionist

Ballard Marine Construction; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 24,108 - 26,863; Part time

Job summary

A leading non-profit organization in Washington, D.C., is seeking an analytical and detail-oriented Intern for its Africa Program. The intern will focus on social media activities, assist with research, and support various program initiatives. Candidates must possess experience with social media, graphic design, and a relevant educational background. This role involves a commitment of 35 hours per week and will offer hourly pay based on qualifications, ranging from $17.50 to $19.50.

Qualifications

• B.A. degree in relevant fields preferred or in progress.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Commitment to 35 hours a week is required.
• Experience in professional settings using social media platforms is essential.
• Proficiency in using Canva is required.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office products is necessary.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Publicize the program’s publications and events through social media.
• Edit and publicize the 'Into Africa' podcast.
• Provide research support to Africa Program staff.
• Assist in event planning and execution.
• Perform various administrative tasks.

Skills

Social media expertise

Graphic design using Canva

Research skills

Organization

Communication

Education

B.A. in African Studies, Political Science, or related fields

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

At CSIS we actively seek to employ a diverse group of people who embody our organizational values. We welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, especially those from traditionally underrepresented groups.

The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) is a non-profit, bipartisan public policy organization established in 1962 to provide strategic insights and practical policy solutions to decision makers concerned with global security and prosperity. Over the years, it has grown to be one of the largest organizations of its kind, with a staff of approximately 250 employees, including more than 120 analysts working to address the changing dynamics of international security across the globe.

The CSIS Africa Program is looking for an analytical and detail-oriented individual to serve as an Intern. The Africa Program works with diverse stakeholders to identify, elevate, and address strategic challenges and opportunities in sub-Saharan Africa. The key focus areas include shifts in Africa’s governance and security landscape; the future of Africa’s economies and social capital; and the rise of new foreign partners and nonstate actors in the region.

This internship position prioritizes the program’s social media activities and the publication of the Into Africa bi-weekly podcast series. Preference will be given to candidates who possess extensive work experience using social media platforms and graphic design software. The intern will also assist with ongoing research, creating materials for high-profile events and publications, preparing briefing materials for the Director and Research Associate ahead of meetings, and providing other administrative support as needed.

The hired candidate will be paid hourly, commensurate with experience ($17.50/hour for current undergraduate hires, $18.50/hour for hires with a bachelor’s degree, and $19.50/hour for hires with a master’s degree).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Publicizing the program’s publications and events on a regular basis using various social media platforms including Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.
• Aiding in the editing and publicizing of the Africa Program’s ‘Into Africa’ podcast.
• Creating and distributing mailings in Pardot.
• Innovating new ways to ameliorate the Africa Program’s use of social media.
• Providing research support to Africa Program staff.
• Compiling research and data into literature reviews, summaries, backgrounders, and short publications to support the program’s research portfolio.
• Assisting with event planning, including drafting invitation letters, conducting background research, drafting questions, and staffing events.
• Performing a variety of administrative tasks as needed.

KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE

• B.A. (completed or in progress) Degree in African Studies, Political Science, International Relations, History, Public Policy, International Development, or other relevant fields preferred.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.
• Must be able to commit to 35 hours a week.
• Experience in professional settings using social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter required.
• Experience using Canva required.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office products required.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to, edit, and produce high quality written materials, ideally analytical reports with policy recommendations.
• Superior attention to detail as well as organizational and coordination skills.
• Must have strong communication skills.
• A firm understanding and/or interest in African security, economic, and political issues and Africa‑U.S. policy is preferred.
• Ability to interact with and respond to questions from a range of individuals with diverse interests, backgrounds, and dispositions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK CONDITIONS

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee working in an office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, a list of 3 references (including reference’s name, title, affiliation, email address, and phone number), and a writing sample of no more than 3 pages at https://csis.org/careers. Applications close November 15, 2024.