BASIC FUNCTION

Two-year term limit position. Provides research assistance and administrative support within the Saban Center (Saban Center) for Middle East Policy in the Foreign Policy (FP) program at Brookings. Conducts research on Middle Eastern politics and U.S. policy toward the Middle East; provides general administrative support to the Center for events and programs.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in relevant subject required. Master’s degree in international affairs, political science, or related area with emphasis on Middle East politics, preferred. Minimum two years of relevant work experience required. Complete fluency in written and spoken English is required. Arabic language skills required. Strong academic record, outstanding research, writing, and analytical skills. Must be currently authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge of middle eastern affairs, preferred. Superb organizational and interpersonal skills; poise, tact, discretion and mature judgment to handle and respond appropriately and professionally in high-pressure atmosphere; ability to multi-task and complete tasks in a timely manner whether working independently or as part of a team; ability to effectively utilize the Internet, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

50% Research Assistance

• Conducts relevant research for Fellows, Senior Fellows, and Visiting Fellows as assigned.
• Keeps up with relevant literature as directed; monitors regional media including Arabic language sources; summarizes current developments in relevant research areas.
• Collects and analyzes information; assembles relevant unclassified 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 summary reports, briefing memos, bibliographies; compiles abstracts, summaries, and analyses of books and articles.
• Attends and writes summary reports of outside policy briefings, conferences, forums, and symposiums.
• Updates and checks existing data and footnotes; helps with editing and proofreading of publications.

50% Administrative Support

• Works with staff of Saban Center, FP, and central Communications department to support events.
• Provides administrative, communications, and logistical support to Fellows, Senior Fellows, and Visiting Fellows as assigned; schedules appointments and makes travel arrangements; copy edits and proofreads as needed; prepares and edits correspondence and memos from verbal instruction.
• Maintains paper and electronic files and databases of materials on relevant topics.
• Works with Communications department to update web pages of Fellows, Senior Fellows, and Visiting Fellows with new research and event information.
• Provides general assistance for the Saban Center as needed.

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.