Are you excited at the prospect of employing your knowledge and skills to improve lives, expand opportunities, and help societies flourish across a dynamic and developing Asia?

In an increasingly complex and changing world, we believe that a peaceful and engaged Asia is of critical global importance. We work with innovative leaders and communities to build effective institutions and advance path-breaking reforms. Together with our partners, we are committed to Asia’s continued development as a peaceful, just, and thriving region of the world.

Informed by six decades of experience and deep local expertise, The Asia Foundation’s programs address critical issues affecting Asia in the 21st century: governance and law, economic development, women’s empowerment, environment, and regional cooperation. These are just some of the ways we encourage Asia’s continued development as a peaceful, just, and thriving region of the world.

The Asia Foundation’s Programs team seeks a Junior Associate (JA) to work in San Francisco, CA office during the summer 2015 program period of June 22 – September 18, 2015.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

During the 12-week program, the JA will work primarily with the Director of Programs and be mentored by the Senior Vice President on these three primary initiatives:

* Annual Planning and Budget Process: The JA will support the Foundation’s Annual Plan and Budget process. The JA will assist the Programs Unit in analyzing materials, reviewing Country Office and Other Unit submissions, and preparing reports for the Board. The JA will also assist in preparing relevant materials on new projects and program activities for Foundation Board meetings.

* Programs OneTAF: The JA will be responsible for developing the Programs OneTAF site by working with both Thematic and field staff.

* TAF-Australia: The JA will support our work with the Board of Directors of TAF-Australia and the Programs unit efforts to expand the Foundation’s engagement in Australia through new partnerships.

Deliverables:

* Participate in Annual Planning meetings with senior management and Country Representatives. Complete all materials needed for the Annual Plan and Budget Board meeting.

* Migrate Programs content onto the OneTAF system and create a clear display of key Programs information on the site. Collaborate with Theme staff to identify additional areas where we can share further information through OneTAF.

* Successfully support the Programs Unit’s preparations for the TAF-Australia Board meetings and Australia engagement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Positions for the Douglas K. Bereuter Program for Junior Associates in Asian Affairs are expected to be very competitive. We are seeking talented, high-energy individuals who will benefit from their affiliation with the Foundation and contribute to the organization as well.

Candidates must have the following:

Received a post-graduate degree within the past two years. In addition, to be considered, a candidate must have completed and obtained this degree prior to the beginning of the program period. The summer 2015 program period is June 22, 2015 – September 18, 2015.

Completed graduate studies in Asia-related areas: international relations, international development, public administration, public policy, law, political science, economics, or sociology with work experience in Asia

Authorization to legally work in the United States without sponsorship

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Great organizational skills

Great computer skills

Who are we looking for?

The ideal candidate is someone who understands and appreciates the impact that government and politics have on people and the challenges they face in the developing world. The candidate is passionate about the work that they do and have boundless enthusiasm for working collaboratively in a multi-cultural environment. The ability to work efficiently and politically in a context that can be very challenging is highly desirable.

Why work at The Asia Foundation?

You will have the opportunity to help solve some of the toughest challenges in the development/aid sector. Address environmental problems in the region, improve access to legal information, enhance civil society, promote government engagement/collaboration, and encourage learning and awareness.

You will work in an innovative environment and build lasting relationships. The Asia Foundation, its donors, and its partners are unmatched throughout the region. This is an opportunity to work with and learn from some of the most accomplished leaders, influencers, and social entrepreneurs working in Asia today.

This position offers benefits.

Must be legally eligible to work in the United States **

The Asia Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/D/V. No phone calls, please.

How to apply

To apply, please upload your cover letter and resume (preferably in one document) and submit as an attachment at: http://www.asiafoundation.org/about/employment/juniorassociates.php. ** We will only consider applicants who apply on-line,

provide all required documents prior to the application deadline on Tuesday, May12, 2015, 5:00 PM PST. We require a resume, cover letter, an official transcript confirming the completion of your degree, and two letters of recommendation (either two academic OR one academic and one personal) In addition to being considered, please answer the assessment questions provided.**

Be sure to submit your official transcript confirming the completion of your degree and two letters of recommendation submitted as either a Word or PDF document to Junior.Associates@asiafoundation.org. Please include “Recommendation letter for

[Candidate Name]” in the subject line of the recommendation letter email.