The Jackson School of International Studies (JSIS) combines the social sciences, humanities, and professional fields to enhance our understanding of our increasingly interconnected globe. JSIS currently offers seven undergraduate majors, 14 minors, and nine interdisciplinary MA degrees, as well as a new Ph.D. Program. JSIS is a department in the Social Sciences Division of the UW College of Arts and Sciences.

The Ellison Center for Russian, East European and Central Asian Studies (REECAS) is a National Resource Center funded by the Title VI Program of the US Department of Education, promoting in-depth interdisciplinary study of the region. We offer undergraduate degree tracks within the European Studies Major and International Studies Majors as well as a Master's Degree in Russian, East European and Central Asian Studies; we sponsor lectures, conferences and exchanges covering the entirety of Eastern Europe and Eurasia; and we sustain a dynamic program of outreach to local schools, colleges and community organizations interested in our region.

Our Jackson School of International Studies (JSIS) has an outstanding opportunity for a part-time, 50% Outreach Coordinator .

The Outreach Coordinator manages a diverse array of Ellison Center public engagement and professional development programs for the UW campus, K-12 teachers, community college educators, the business community and the broader public to promote greater understanding and awareness of the region. The Outreach Coordinator also helps to develop and to manage Ellison Center curriculum resources for teachers and speaks publicly on Russia, Eastern Europe and Central Asia. Additional responsibilities include developing and implementing all Ellison Center programs for K-12 teachers and working closely with Jackson School area and international studies outreach coordinators in developing cross-regional programs. Finally, the Outreach Coordinator will oversee the development and advancement of the center’s digital presence including web, blog and social media platforms. The Outreach Coordinator must be able to work independently and in a team. These functions are performed under the general direction of the Ellison Center Associate Director.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities (include, but are not limited to):

Outreach
• Raise awareness about the Ellison Center and the REECA region by cultivating relationships with other campus entities, community organizations and the general public through events, regular communication, media, listervs and other methods;
• Coordinate independently, and with other Jackson School programs, professional development programs for K-12 teachers and community college educators and events for the general public throughout the Pacific Northwest;
• Oversee the organization and implementation of on-campus programs and other activities as needed; and
• Manage budgets for various events, speaker travel and resource acquisitions.
Publicity and Publications
• Increase visibility of Ellison Center through marketing materials for Center, events and other occasions as needed;
• Serve as editor for REECAS Newsletter and Ellison Center/REECAS blog and manage social media content production and digital presence; and
• Oversee website and web content.
Development
• Assist with fundraising activities and strategies, which includes: coordinating with advancement staff of the College of Arts and Sciences and UW Office of Advancement, annual giving, direct mail, individual solicitations to program’s discretionary fund;
• Provide after-gift stewardship, including gift acknowledgement and correspondence with donors; and
• Acquire and manage information on Ellison Center donors and prospective donors, alumni and supporters; maintain mailing lists; prepare reports on communications, fundraising and outreach efforts in collaboration with Advancement.
Program Management and Administration
• Support Associate Director in drafting grant proposals (establishing partnerships, strategic planning, budget development and monitoring and evaluation);
• Track measurable progress, manage data collection for outreach activities and draft reports for Title VI National Resource Center grants and others;
• Coordinate the practicum program for students, helping them to link with potential employers; and
• Assist in advising students on courses, fellowships, study abroad, internships, and career plans.
• Other duties as requested by the Associate Director or Director of the Ellison Center.
Liaison
• Act as a contact for Ellison Center programs, including providing program information and fielding inquiries;
• Respond to requests for specific information about the REECA-region;
• Act as a consultant, draft curricular material and acquire resources throughout the year;
• Represent Ellison Center at meetings and conferences; and
• Show initiative in improving systems to better serve the center’s audience.
REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor’s degree in International Studies, Communications, Education or related field;
• Minimum of 2 years professional experience in a similar role in an outreach setting;
• Advanced knowledge of web-publishing software, content development, web tools, and social media platforms;
• Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively with both university employees and members of the community;
• Ability to multitask efficiently, establishes priorities, and handles a high volume of work;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to work effectively, pleasantly, and diplomatically in interactions with presenters, program participants, and UW faculty and staff;
• Solid writing, copy editing, and basic research skills;
• Excellent computer skills with advanced knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe InDesign, Word Press and Access with an aptitude for learning additional software programs, as needed;
• Research and writing skills as well as grant writing and reporting experience;
• Exposure to the REECA region; and
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally (5%).
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.
DESIRED:
• Master’s degree in International Studies, Communications, Education, MPA, MBA, or related field and world language skills;
• Experience working in a university environment;
• Familiarity with P-20 education and teacher audiences;
• Experience working or living in the REECA region; and
• Ability to speak a language from the REECA region.
Condition of Employment:
Flexible hours necessary; some evening and weekend work is required. Continuation of position beyond one year depends on the center’s continued receipt of grant funding.
Appointment to this position is contingent upon obtaining satisfactory results from a criminal background check

Application Process:
The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Workforce Authorization, Criminal Conviction History, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.

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The Assistant Program Officer will support the Program Officer in the administration, planning, and implementation of the program.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Assists in responding to applicant inquiries Manages electronic applications, including preparing documentation for selection process Manages post-selection electronic participant communication Researches project resources, including background information on intern topic areas, cultural activities, networking activities in host internship city, community service opportunities Gathers, enters, and edits data Prepares logistical arrangements for participant orientation and de-briefing sessions (hotel and transportation) Manages participant internship travel logistics; assists in housing arrangements Prepares program materials Assists in developing content for orientation sessions and program arrangements for participants Maintains physical and electronic files Other administrative tasks as assigned (including gathering data on programs) Contributes to social media Assists with financial/accounting projects as needed, including, but not limited to: Assists with accounts payable processing in Sage Fund Accounting and Sage Grants Management Assists with maintenance of Sage financial data and grant reporting requirements Upholds federal grant internal control procedures and processes Assists in compiling supporting analyses and documentation for internal audit by independent accountants, in accordance with OMB Circular A-133 Other general tasks as assigned Skills & Abilities Required Advanced understanding of program management with ability to conduct site visits to orient host internship sites with program goals; developing understanding of budgeting processes Demonstrated ability to maintain proactive, flexible, inventive approach Possess commitment to professionalism and communication Ability to provide excellent customer service for both internal and external customers Interest in and commitment to the mission of Cultural Vistas Foreign language skills a plus Ability to multi-task, to prioritize workload, to organize, and make decisions in a deadline sensitive environment Demonstrated ability to anticipate outcomes and problem solve Strong analytical skills, good judgment and critical thinking skills Ability to exhibit a collegial attitude and excel within a collaborative team working environment Strong ability to communicate effectively within a multi-cultural environment and with people from diverse cultures and countries Strong commitment to contribute to internal and cross-departmental communication Strong personal commitment to continual professional development Interest in and commitment to the mission of Cultural Vistas Foreign language skills a plus Education & Experience Required
Bachelor's degree in international relations, business, political science, public policy or related field is required Minimum of 2-to-3 years of administrative, customer service, client relations or program management experience required. Prior international or educational experience preferred. Interest in Central Asia and Russia a plus.
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Responsibilities

Daily tasks will include researching developing issues in Europe and Eurasia, summarizing and synthesizing documents, maintaining contact databases, monitoring current developments in relevant research areas, attending events, briefing senior fellows and support staff, and general administrative support.

The internship is based in Washington, DC, and will last from January 19 to May 22. Please note that all internships are unpaid.

Qualifications

Qualified applicants will have a demonstrated interest in one or more of the following areas: the European Union, transatlantic relations, and European security issues. Knowledge of the European Union, Russia, Ukraine, Turkey and/or Germany a plus. English fluency required; proficiency in additional language(s), especially Russian, German, French, or Turkish desired.

Graduate students, recent graduates, or senior undergraduate students working towards a degree in a relevant field (e.g., international affairs, foreign policy, international security, political science, international law) are encouraged to apply.

Application

Please send a Cover Letter including weekday availability, Resume/CV , and a brief Writing Sample (no more than five pages) to Ms. Caitlyn Davis at cedavis@brookings.edu with the subject line ‘Spring 2015 Intern Application – Full Name.’ Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

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The mission of the U.S. Department of Commerce is to help American businesses thrive, creating jobs here at home while being competitive abroad. Our programs touch the daily lives of the American people in many ways, with a wide range of responsibilities in the areas of trade, economic development, technology, entrepreneurship and business development, environmental stewardship, and statistical research and analysis.

The Office of Russia, Ukraine and Eurasia, within the Global Markets unit in the International Trade Adminisitration, is looking for an energetic, innovative and team-oriented international trade professional who will enjoy working in a dynamic and mission-driven organization as an International Trade Specialist. The ideal candidate will have experience in international economic relations, trade and investment policy issues, as well as in practical business considerations facing United States companies operating in foreign markets. The ideal candidate will have familiarity with United States international relations with countries of the former Soviet Union and working proficiency in Russian or another widely used language in the region. The successful applicant will support efforts to improve the global business environment and help U.S. companies and industries compete at home and abroad. These challenges will reward an applicant who can apply creative thinking, exercise personal initiative and leadership, and demonstrate a commitment to personal and organizational excellence, in the service of United States Government policies, the competitive position of United States industry and the strength of the United States economy.

This position is located in the Office of Russia, Ukraine and Eurasia, in the International Trade Administration’s Global Markets unit. The mission of the International Trade Administration is to strengthen the competitiveness of U.S. industry, promote trade and investment benefitting the American economy, and ensure fair trade through the rigorous enforcement of U.S. trade laws and agreements.

If you are found to be qualified and your name is forwarded to the hiring manager, you may be contacted for an interview and you should be prepared and available for an interview within 3-4 weeks from theclosing date of this vacancy announcement.

This vacancy is being concurrently advertised under merit promotion procedures as vacancy announcement #ITA-TPFCS-2015-0015. TRAVEL REQUIRED
Occasional Travel
Domestic and international travel is required. RELOCATION AUTHORIZED
No KEY REQUIREMENTS
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position.
Applicant must successfully complete a background security investigation.
A one-year probationary period may be required.
Must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable (www.sss.gov).
Must posses proficiency in Russian or another Eurasian Language. DUTIES: Back to top

The individual selected for this position will:
Identify and eliminate market access barriers faced by U.S. companies and industries in markets of the Russia/Eurasia region (Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, Moldova, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and Tajikistan);
Work to ensure adherence by countries in the region to bilateral and multilateral commitments to maintain fair and transparent trade practices and business regulations;
Prepare departmental briefing materials, speeches and reports on assigned topics;
Represent ITA in interagency and industry meetings;
Participate in bilateral meetings and negotiations with foreign government officials on market access concerns and compliance with trade agreements;
Engage with representatives of American companies and industries to ensure their input into trade and economic policy formulation;
Assist in preempting, ameliorating or removing market barriers abroad;
Respond to increasing requests from the Executive Office of the President and other U.S. Government agencies for written input on business considerations involving foreign markets or foreign competitors;and
Respond to the requests of U.S. embassies throughout the Russia / Eurasia region for information on U.S. business priorities.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

GS-09 : Applicant must have one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level (GS-07 or equivalent pay band). Specialized experience is defined as experience with the political systems, economies, trade, and investment policies in Russia or the Eurasia region (defined as encompassing successor states of the former Soviet Union that are not currently members of the European Union); experience with the roles played by the U.S. Government and the business community in the formulation and implementation of U.S. trade and economic policy and foreign policy.

OR

SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education that provided you with the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the work of an International Trade Specialist.

GS-11 : Applicant must have one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade (GS-09 or equivalent pay band). Specialized experience is defined as experience with the political systems, economies, trade, and investment policies in Russia or the Eurasia region (defined as encompassing successor states of the former Soviet Union that are not currently members of the European Union); experience with the cross-cultural context of the Russian or Eurasian region; experience with the roles played by the U.S. Government and the business community in the formulation and implementation of U.S. trade and economic policy, foreign policy, and anti-corruption programs.

OR

SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree that provided you with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the work of an International Trade Specialist.

GS-12 : Applicant must have one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade (GS-11 or equivalent pay band). Specialized experience is defined as demonstrated experience with the political systems, economies, trade, and investment policies in Russia or the Eurasia region (defined as encompassing successor states of the former Soviet Union that are not currently members of the European Union); experience in dealing with the cross-cultural context of the Russian or Eurasian region; experience with the formulation, coordination, and implementation of U.S. trade and economic policy; experience with foreign policy; and experience with good business and governance practices relating to anti-corruption compliance, and/or experience in marketing and promotion of U.S. products and services in foreign markets.

Must possess business proficiency in Russian or another Eurasian language (defined as Russian, Ukrainian or other language widely used in business and government in successor states of the former Soviet Union that are not currently members of the European Union) .

Graduate Education: Major of study must be in international policy, international commerce, international management, intercultural relations, international development, global economy, government and foreign affairs, international business, international trade, international economics, international affairs, international relations, or other related fields of study.

EDUCATION, OR A COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE, MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR EXPERIENCE AT THE GS-9 and GS-11 LEVEL.

If you wish to substitute education for specialized experience, you must submit a legible copy of your transcripts demonstrating your qualifying education.
Must be available for domestic and international travel 2-4 times a year.

Security Clearance: Any required investigations and clearances must be completed before the selectee can be placed in the position.

Applicants must meet ALL qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. If selected for Federal employment, you will be required to complete a "Declaration of Federal Employment" OF-306, prior to being appointed. Qualification requirements in the vacancy announcement are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook, which contains federal qualification standards. This handbook is available on the Office of Personnel Management's website located at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
We will review your resume, optional cover letter and supporting documentation to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for the position. If you meet the minimum qualifications stated in the vacancy announcement, we will compare your resume, optional cover letter and supporting documentation to your responses on the scored occupational questionnaire (True/False, Yes/ No, Multiple Choice questions) and place you in one of three pre-defined categories. These categories are “gold,” “silver,” and “bronze.” However, your resume and/or optional cover letter must support your responses to the scored occupational questionnaire, or your score may be lowered. Candidates placed in the “gold” category will be identified for referral to the hiring manager and may be invited for an interview.

How you will be evaluated for preference eligibility : Within each category, those entitled to veterans’ preference will be listed at the top of the pre-defined category for which they are placed. Preference eligibles with a service-connected disability of 10% or more will be listed at the top of the highest quality category (gold) depending on the position and grade level of the job.

The scored occupational questionnaire will evaluate you on the following competencies; please do not provide a separate written response:

Knowledge of market-development programs and interagency roles, economic and commercial policy issues in Russia & Eurasian economies; business ethics and governance issues in Russia and Eurasia, and resolution of disputes.
Ability to collaborate with U.S. and foreign embassies, other government agencies, and industry to assist in planning and organization of meetings and visits.
Ability to identify arguments and assist senior office staff in persuading U.S. and foreign officials and industry to support and cooperate with agency-arranged programs in these subject markets.
Knowledge of business development needs of companies for market entry, industry networking and matchmaking as well as market access obstacles and other commercial and trade policy compliance issues involving Russia, Ukraine and Eurasia.
Knowledge of the history, politics, economics and cultures of Russia and other countries of the Eurasia region to establish and maintain contacts and resources to monitor current events.

For more information on category rating, please go to:
http://hr.commerce.gov/s/groups/public/@doc/@cfoasa/@ohrm/documents/content/prod01_009474.pdf

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You can review our benefits at:
https://careerconnector.jobs.treas.gov/doc/vacancy/preview!benefits.hms?orgId=9&jnum=101712

OTHER INFORMATION: ICTAP candidates will be eligible if it is determined that they have exceeded the minimum qualifications for the position by attaining at least a rating of 85 out of 100. Information about ICTAP eligibility is on the Office of Personnel Management’s Career Transition Resources website at: http://www.opm.gov/ctap .

ICTAP applicants MUST submit the following documents:
A copy of your RIF separation notice, notice of proposed removal for failure to relocate, notice of disability annuity termination, or certification from the National Guard Bureau or Military Department that you are eligible for disability retirement.
A copy of your SF-50 “Notification of Personnel Action”, documenting your RIF separation, noting your positions, grade level, and duty location, and/or Agency certification of inability to place you through RPL.
A copy of your latest performance appraisal including your rating; and
Any documentation from your agency that shows your current promotion potential. The following link provides information on how you may be eligible for various hiring authorities:

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Position will provide technical program analysis to NA-241 for managing the nuclear standards and infrastructure portfolio for the Next Generation Safeguards Initiative (NGSI) program and safeguards technology development subprogram. Technical support will be provided for the following:
Manage the Russia portfolio for technical safeguards engagement efforts for the NGSI International Nuclear Safeguards Engagement Program (INSEP). Manage and coordinate funding for the preservation, production and certification of key (U-233/Pu-244) certified reference materials. Develop the annual proposal call with key stakeholders, evaluate proposal to ensure projects meet US objectives and needs of pressing international safeguards issues, and recommend funding allocations. Manage the multi-million dollar budget and project monthly costs. Draft program information and outreach products for internal and external audiences. Provide key support to the U.S. Mission to International Organizations (e.g. IAEA) to include providing logistical support and preparation for all technical papers and bilateral issue papers for bilateral meetings, for the U.S. Secretary of Energy, key senior U.S. Government Officials and foreign counterparts. All other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
Master's Degree in chemical engineering, nuclear engineering, mechanical engineering or physical science Active Q or TS clearance Strong experience in developing nuclear detector technology Knowledge of nonproliferation and IAEA safeguards Experience managing complex technical projects with multiple stakeholders Knowledge of the DOE/NNSA national laboratory complex Experience working in a commercial nuclear facility and/or the Nuclear Regulatory Commission
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