(Washington, D.C., USA) Deputy Director, Japan Chair Program for the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS)

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Thanks to Kristi Govella (Niigata, 2005-2006) for passing along the following job opening.

Job Position: Deputy Director, Japan Chair Program
Organization: Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS)
Salary/Hourly Rate: $80,000–$140,000
Where: Washington, DC
Visa Sponsorship: No

Description:
The Japan Chair program is recruiting a Deputy Director who will report directly to the Japan Chair and play a central role in program administration and activities. This is an in-person position at the CSIS headquarters. The Deputy Director is responsible for managing day-to-day operations and administrative functions of the Japan Chair program. Essential duties include but are not limited to the following

• Develop and manage programmatic aspects of large-scale projects in coordination with the Japan Chair, including identifying potential sources of funding, proposal development, project implementation, and reporting
• Work closely with the Japan Chair on short- and long-term strategy planning and development
• Organize and execute public and private events related to the work of the Japan Chair program, including engagements with visiting fellows and executive education programs
• Draft program materials and edit publications
• Develop communications strategies to promote program research and activities
• Provide direction and oversight for program staff and interns, ensuring high-quality outputs and providing mentorship
• Build relationships with CSIS administrative teams and external partners
• At the direction of the Japan Chair, provide support for research on topics such as Japanese politics and foreign policy, U.S.-Japan relations, and Indo-Pacific geopolitics related to reports, policy briefs, and other publications

Knowledge, education, and experience

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 6 years of relevant experience or an advanced degree in a related field
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced work environment
• Ability to manage projects, personnel, budgets, and grants
• Experience coordinating events and working with external stakeholders across government, industry, academia, and/or media
• Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work flexibly as part of a team
• High degree of professionalism
• Demonstrated expertise on issues driving Japan’s policy debate and the agenda for U.S.-Japan relations
• Proficiency in Japanese required (JLPT N1 or above)

Apply at: 
https://careers.csis.org/opportunities/1739

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