This position is a contractual position based in Doha, Qatar. Because of its location and the requirements of the job, a valid driver's license and willingness to drive is required. Office hours of the BDC often require an evening segment for coordination with Washington, events, and other purposes.

BASIC FUNCTION

Provides research assistance and administrative support for the Brookings Doha Center (BDC). This position is based in Doha, Qatar.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

M.A. in international affairs, political science, Middle East studies, or related area with emphasis on social and political issues facing the countries of the broader Middle East, including their relations with the United States. Strong academic record. Outstanding research, writing, and analytical skills.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

Extremely strong English-language writing and editing skills. Background in and understanding of social and political issues facing the Middle East. Superior qualitative research, writing, and editing ability. Excellent organizational and communication skills. Proficiency in use of database programs. Ability to prioritize in a heavy-workload environment. Advanced proficiency in written and spoken Arabic strongly encouraged. Willingness to travel internationally as required.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

80% Research Support

• Conducts substantive work and research as requested under direction of Center fellows.
• Provides qualitative and grammatical input on scholarly drafts and articles, assists in ensuring the professionalism and accuracy of publications, updates and checks existing data and footnotes, copy edits and proofreads as needed.
• Keeps abreast of literature on social and political issues facing the countries of the Middle East, including their relations with the United States and other issues as requested.
• Monitors and summarizes current developments in relevant research areas, prepares reports for fellows on latest news.
• Collects and analyzes information, assembles relevant material including press reports, interviews, government data, documents, seminars, and reports from a wide variety of sources including library and Internet searches, the local media, NGOs, journalists, diplomats, and others in the field.
• Writes event summary reports and grant proposals; briefing memos; reports on forums, symposia, and conferences; compiles abstracts, summaries, and analyses of books and articles.
• Attends conferences and seminars as needed; attends and writes summary reports of outside policy briefings, forums, and symposia.
• Conducts other substantive work as requested.

20% Administrative Support

• Provides a wide range of logistical and administrative support; maintains files; responds to information requests; performs clerical duties; composes, types, and edits letters and memos from verbal instruction.
• Works with BDC staff and the Saban Center to help arrange various events, including the annual U.S.-Islamic World Forum; manages logistical arrangements for BDC forums, seminars, and conferences.
• Assists with screening project calls and e-mail inquiries about relevant events, meetings, conferences, etc., in coordination with other Center staff.
• Maintains spreadsheet of candidates for visiting fellow positions, helps identify possible candidates for nonresident and visiting fellowships.
• Conducts other work, as requested.

Only applicants meeting minimum qualifications for the position will be considered. Successful completion of a background investigation is required for employment in this position. Brookings welcomes resumes from all qualified applicants, particularly women and minorities. No phone calls and no employment agencies please.