Be a part of a non-partisan organization dedicated to promoting democracy, human rights, and international cooperation. As the Senior Fellow Indo Pacific, you will have primary responsibility on all projects related to Japan and Korea while conducting research and engaging in fundraising and donor relations in support of the program's work.
Job Summary
The Senior Fellow has primary responsibility for the Japan Trilateral Forum, managing the annual Track 1.5 dialogue with stakeholders in Asia, Europe, and the United States, as well as the annual Young Strategists Forum, and other projects related to Japan and Korea. The Senior Fellow conducts original research that links the emerging debates on Asia in Europe with the policy debates in Washington DC and supports the Indo Pacific Program's efforts in building a strong network in the United States and Europe, as well as with Indo-Pacific partners. The Senior Fellow will also engage in fundraising and donor relations in support of the Indo Pacific Program's work.
Responsibilities
Design and plan the organization's annual Forum
Plan and execute annual special events in Tokyo
Identify and pursue potential fundraising opportunities
Expand the organization's work on Japan and Korea
Actively contribute to research and publications at the organization
Author concept notes, proposals, and draft budgets for new initiatives
Actively support the Indo Pacific program's other trilateral forums
Coordinate speakers and participants from the Indo-Pacific for the organization's forums
Conduct outreach to policy makers in Washington DC, as well as in Europe and Asia
Liaise with the organization's European offices
Qualifications
M.A. degree or above, required
10+ years of work experience in foreign policy, preferably related to Japan
Fluency in English. Knowledge of Asian language, preferred
Proven ability to fundraise, as well as design and implement projects
Strong management and organizational skills
Proven ability to publish in relevant journals, newspapers, etc.
Interest in expanding Korea-related research is a plus