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Senior Research Assistant
Freedom House
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Location : New York , United States |
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Experience : 0-5 Years |
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Last date of Submission : 10 Feb 2012 |
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Sector : Others |
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Compensation : As Per Freedom House Guidelines. |
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Skill Set : Business Development , Research and Analysis |
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Nature of Job : Fixed term Contract |
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Job Description |
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- Perform developmental and substantive editing, copyediting, and fact-checking of country reports
- Supplement the reports with own research, writing, and analysis, as needed
- Assist with the administrative and editorial coordination of the surveys, and maintain and update survey ratings databases
- Research and write country reports for Freedom in the World, Freedom of the Press, and other Freedom House publications
- Assist in recruiting external consultants and coordinating communications with analysts and advisors
- Assist in logistical preparations for ratings review meetings
- Help with preparing graphs and other support materials for publication
- Produce contracts and financial documents such as consultant payment requests in line with Freedom House requirements
- Provide research assistance and data analysis
- Help prepare presentations, press releases, and other advocacy and outreach materials
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Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in international relations, political science, history, or related field; Master’s degree preferred
- Minimum 18 months of directly related experience
- Strong ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
- Strong knowledge of international affairs, including democracy and human rights issues
- Excellent ability to write, review, and edit reports
- Mastery of MS Office Suite, specifically with Excel and database programs
- Ability to apply superb attention to detail and consistently produce timely and error free work
- Strong project management skills from conception through implementation, evaluation, and closeout
- Strong ability to plan, organize, prioritize work, and multi task to meet tight deadlines
- Excellent interpersonal skills, and ability to facilitate cooperation among people with divergent views.
Interested Candidates May Send their Resume at:
recruiting@freedomhouse.org
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