The Brookings Institution is a private nonprofit organization devoted to
independent research and innovative policy solutions. Established in
1916, Brookings analyzes current and emerging issues and produces new
ideas that matter - for the nation and the world.
Brookings seeks to fill the position of Fellow, Project on Internal
Displacement, Brookings.
To apply: http://www.brookings.edu/about/employment/FP11120.aspx
Fellow
Brookings-LSE Project on Internal Displacement
Foreign Policy Program
The Brookings-LSE Project on Internal Displacement is accepting
applications for a Fellow position. The basic function of the position
is to carry out independent research on displacement-related and
humanitarian issues, and to provide leadership, program guidance, and
administrative oversight for Project activity. Job responsibilities will
be divided between research and analysis (60%); policy and program
development (25%); and management (15%). Further details of each area of
responsibility are as follows:
Research and Analysis:
- Conducts independent research for publications subject to
peer-reviewed processes on issues related to internal displacement;
- Writes articles, papers, op-eds, and reports for publication on a
range of issues related to internal displacement;
- Leads and manages research projects on internal displacement and
related issues;
- Supervises research projects by Project staff and consultants,
providing guidance and substantive input as well as editing of reports
and papers;
- In accord with the Project’s work plan, organizes events in the U.S.
and in other countries to enhance the analysis and response to internal
displacement; and
- Evaluates the effectiveness of national and international responses to
internal displacement and humanitarian response, formulating and
furthering recommendations for enhanced responses.
Policy and Program Development:
- Provides policy guidance in all activity areas of the Project and
mandate of the UN Special Rapporteur on the Human Rights of Internally
Displaced Persons;
- Promotes policy development through research, advocacy, and
representation to UN bodies, regional organizations, governments, and NGOs;
- Represents the Project in discussions with governments at
international and regional meetings and expert seminars; writes and
delivers statements and mobilizes support for Project policy positions; and
- Develops and manages new initiatives by the Project; in particular
with UN and international organizations, civil society, academic
institutions, and governments.
Management:
- Assists the Co-Directors in the overall management of the Project,
including staff supervision as necessary;
- Provides leadership to Project staff; and
- Supports the Project’s donor relations and fundraising activities,
including reviewing fundraising proposals and progress reports.
Candidate should be a scholar who holds a Ph.D. in a relevant field with
a minimum of eight years work experience in forced migration, human
rights, and humanitarian affairs. Candidate must have record of research
and publication on displacement or related humanitarian issues. The
individual must also have excellent communication skills (spoken,
written, presentational); and experience in liaison and representational
functions with government officials and in inter-governmental fora. UN
experience preferred and knowledge of French language. Staff supervision
and program management experience preferred. Experience working with
local partners in developing countries a plus. The individual must be
able to travel internationally; and must have authorization to work for
any employer in the U.S.
To apply: http://www.brookings.edu/about/employment/FP11120.aspx
Only applicants meeting minimum qualifications for the position will be
considered. No phone calls please. Brookings welcomes resumes from all
qualified applicants, particularly women and minorities.
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