Jobs and Internships

The Center for Arms Control and Non-Proliferation is a Washington, D.C.-based 501(c)(3) organization that seeks to reduce nuclear weapons arsenals, halt the spread of nuclear weapons, and minimize the risk of war by providing policy research, education and analysis to the public and policymakers. The Council for a Livable World (CLW) is a non-partisan 501(c)4 non-profit organization that promotes policies to reduce and eventually eliminate nuclear weapons. CLW advocates for a more principled approach to U.S. national security and foreign policy and seeks to increase peace and security and to reduce the threat of war and nuclear weapons by representing our members in Washington D.C. and endorsing congressional candidates who support our goals. CLW’s work is complemented by its “sister” organization, the CACNP.

Jobs

Research Analyst
Communications Associate
Staff Accountant

Internships

Fall 2022 Intern

FULL-TIME RESEARCH ANALYST (EARLY CAREER, HYBRID IN WASHINGTON, D.C. OFFICE AND REMOTE)

Posted: June 15, 2022
Apply by: August 1, 2022

Job Description  

The Center for Arms Control and Non-Proliferation and the Council for a Livable World are seeking a dynamic and creative Research Analyst to focus on nuclear weapons policy, international security and defense spending. The ideal candidate will be a skilled and experienced professional with a background and interest in international security and nuclear policy. Subject matter expertise in relevant technologies or particular regions associated with nuclear policy is preferred. This job is located near Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C.; although some virtual work is possible, regular presence in the CACNP offices will be required.   

Responsibilities: 

• Conduct research and policy analysis on our organizations’ priority issues, including U.S.-Russian strategic stability, regional proliferation threats, multilateral arms control, global nuclear modernization, nuclear security, missile defense, emerging weapons technologies and the Pentagon budget.
• Produce fact sheets, scholarly articles, op-eds, policy briefs and other material on priority areas. Work with communications staff to develop accurate and compelling infographics and digital media items.
• Participate in media interviews, including for online and print media, podcasts, and radio and television programs, as directed. 
• Provide operational support, including by assisting in the coordination and planning of public and private meetings, events and travel.
• Support Congressional staff education efforts relating to nuclear policy matters.
• Coordinate nuclear security education activities with the broader policy community.
• Ably represent and clearly articulate the mission and vision of the organizations at community events and conferences.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the Senior Policy Director or the Executive Director.

 Qualifications 

• Demonstrated interest in nuclear weapons policy and international security.
• Knowledge of national security policy and arms control negotiations.
• Professional experience (including internships) with research, logistical planning, database maintenance, and other administrative support.    
• Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail. 
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Flexibility and willingness to work simultaneously on a wide range of tasks and projects.
• A demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines.

Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree required, as is a strong academic record.
• Specialization in political science, international relations, or a related field is preferred. 
• One to two years of relevant work experience.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.  

Compensation: 

 Salary commensurate with experience, in the range of $45,000 – $55,000; includes benefits package.   

 Application Procedure 

 Email cover letter, resume, brief writing sample, and two references by August 1, 2022 to Cain Farmer at cfarmer@armscontrolcenter.org. 

Please save your uploaded files into single pdf file. The title should be listed as follows: [First Name] [Last Name] – Research Analyst 

No calls, please.  

The Center for Arms Control and Non-Proliferation and Council for a Livable World are Washington, D.C.-based non-profit, non-partisan organizations, respectively focusing on policy research, education and analysis; and policy advocacy, dedicated to enhancing international peace and security in the 21st century. They are Equal Opportunity Employers—people of color, people with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ+ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply; we are committed to a diverse workplace and to supporting our staff with ongoing career development opportunities.

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FULL-TIME COMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATE (ENTRY-LEVEL, HYBRID IN WASHINGTON, D.C. OFFICE AND REMOTE)

Posted: June 9, 2022
Apply by: June 24, 2022
Start date: by July 25, 2022

Job Description
The Center and Council are seeking a Communications Associate to support enhanced public outreach efforts. The Communications Associate will report directly to the Communications Director, and will work closely with the policy team to develop creative and interesting content that informs and urges policymakers and the public to re-engage on nuclear weapons policies.

The Center and Council have a small staff and this person will be an integral part of the team. This person will play a key role in brainstorming ideas for new and compelling content and identifying opportunities to promote our work. This role is ideal for a self-starter who can think creatively and work well independently and in groups.

This employee’s primary focus will be on creating digital media to communicate policy terms and goals in new and compelling ways, including production of infographics, memes and the Nukes of Hazard podcast. This person will also perform other communications tasks as directed, and support the Communications director in her work. The ideal candidate is passionate about both digital communication and reducing global nuclear threats. This position is based in Washington, D.C.; currently, employees are working a hybrid remote/in-office schedule that could change as the COVID situation evolves. The ability to get to Washington, D.C. easily is required.

Position Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in a communications-related field or policy-related field with proven experience in digital communications is required; this is an entry-level position.
• Familiarity with the Adobe Creative Suite, especially Photoshop, InDesign and PremierePro and/or versatility in various design and audio/video production software including Canva, iMovie, Wondershare Filmora, Audacity or other free/non-subscription programs is required.
• Fluency in Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, and a knack for identifying social media trends, is required. Experience/familiarity promoting via paid, owned and earned media is a plus.
• Ability to quickly respond to digital/social media trends with relevant policy content will be required shortly after starting position.
• Ability to comb through legislative calendars, bills, treaties, executive orders and other documents to distill complex information into easy-to-digest digital content is required.
• Ability to write in creative ways for social media and email fundraising appeals, and technically for the website, is required; knowledge of HTML is helpful but not required.
• Knowledge and experience of podcast production is helpful but not required; this position will produce the Nukes of Hazard podcast, handling technical aspects of recording and editing.
• Familiarity with Associated Press style is helpful but not required.
• Willingness and ability to learn new software for assisting with email marketing and other potential tasks is required.
• Interest in non-proliferation, arms control and national security matters is required; experience or background in these areas is a plus.

Responsibilities:

• Under direct guidance from the Communications Director:
• • Create gifs, infographics, memes, short videos, and other content to promote policy ideas and goals
  • Assist in the maintenance of documentation of media efforts, including press outreach, op-ed placements, and social and web analytics
  • Assist in managing the Center’s and Council’s social media presence
  • Produce the Nukes of Hazard podcast
  • Assist in determining new ways to engage new and diverse audiences
  • Assist in email communications with organization supporters and members
• In coordination with the policy team, drafts informative and educational material for publication, including fact sheets, blog posts and articles. Works with the policy team to raise awareness of Center and Council products and expertise.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the Communications Director or the Executive Director.

Compensation
Salary commensurate with experience, in the range of $42,500 -$52,500 annually; includes benefits package.

Application Procedure
Email cover letter, resume, two brief writing samples showcasing different writing styles, and two references by close of business on June 24 to cfarmer@clw.org.

Candidates selected for interviews will be required to bring a physical copy of or provide a link to a portfolio of digital work.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No calls, please.

The Center for Arms Control and Non-Proliferation and Council for a Livable World are Washington, D.C.-based non-profit, non-partisan organizations, respectively focusing on policy research, education and analysis; and policy advocacy, dedicated to enhancing international peace and security in the 21st century. They are Equal Opportunity Employers—people of color, people with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ+ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply; we are committed to a diverse workplace and to supporting our staff with ongoing career development opportunities.

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FULL-TIME STAFF ACCOUNTANT (ENTRY-LEVEL, ON-SITE)

Posted April 20, 2022

General Statement of Duties:

The Center for Arms Control and Non-Proliferation and the Council for a Livable World seek a full-time Staff Accountant to support the Controller’s work efforts in general. There is a need for such accountant to work immediately with Council’s endorsed-candidate conduits (‘bundling’ is the industry term) and with payroll matters including those involved for states outside of the D.C. area regarding employee withholding and unemployment taxes, and any other state requirements that may be involved once any such payroll tax accounts are established.

Eventually it is anticipated that the position trajectory will expand from the Staff Accountant’s management of the bundling process and some payroll functions into learning and being responsible for assisting the Controller with the full scope of the accounting cycle at the organizations.

This position will require data entry for donations, and processing of credit-card donations, as well as updating the organizations’ donor databases for address and other changes. From time to time, as presently, the organizations may employ a part time staff member to assist in these functions during which time the staff accountant will be responsible for working with and supervising such efforts.

Supervision Received: Direct Supervision: Controller; Ultimate Supervision: Executive Director

Salary rate at Commencement: $45,000 annually

Benefits: Health insurance, which includes 100% employer-paid options for all employees alongside options for plans requiring payroll deductions; group life and long-term/short-term disability insurance, 100% employer paid; group dental and vision insurance, 100% employer paid; voluntary participation in 401k after one year of employment, with partial employer matching funds. All benefits subject to change at employer’s direction pursuant to employment guidelines.

Supervision Exercised: Initially none, but eventually the possible oversight of a staff assistant, if any, doing data entry for donations, and processing of credit-card donations, as well as updating the organizations’ donor databases for address and other changes.

Detailed Statement of Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Work with Accounting Assistant and Controller on the bundling functions that follow the data entry of donations – reviewing the Assistant’s work, packaging up for regular mail the check donations to 2022 candidates for the U. S. House and Senate, exporting the data out of database (Raisers Edge) to Excel for reporting to each candidate the donor data (by email). At month-end, or other such time as when Federal Election Commission (FEC) reports might be due, remixing the data for the month for our FEC compliance consultants, and reviewing preliminary, draft FEC reports for filing.

2. Work with Controller on weekly reports for direct mail analyses and candidate fundraising, eventually progressing into being responsible for same.

3. Work with Controller on getting Center and an unrelated Sec. 501C3 payroll tax accounts in proper form.

4. Working with the Controller and our outside auditor for annual audits and 990 tax returns.

5. Serve as backup for the Controller for IT coordination and the phone system changes (accessing the software to add or change staff phones).

6. Annually assist the Controller with the preparation of draft annual budgets of Council and Center.

Gradually – primarily commencing in 2023 when election cycle responsibilities have slowed in the “off-election” year, work with controller to learn and master the full cycle of accounting for Council and Center, from bookkeeping through financial statements and audit prep and 990s; Grant reporting for existing grants and prospective grants for all organizations; and increase considerable attention to learning our databases by working with them.

This position’s responsibilities will be performed in our office location and not remotely unless specific allowance is made by the Executive Director, at his sole discretion.

Qualifications required at hire:

The ideal candidate:

1. Has a bachelor’s degree in Accounting;

2. Has 0 to 2 years of experience;

3. Wants to work for a non-profit;

4. Can think critically about problems, and has an aptitude for working relatively independently and for troubleshooting problems.

5. Can learn sophisticated, but ultimately very user-friendly, software and become comfortable with being the go-to person for how to get a task done in these databases, whether that’s a new report, a new export, a new import template, etc.

6. Can write intelligently, with good spelling and grammar capabilities.

7. Anticipates remaining with the organizations for at least 2 years, but preferably longer to take advantage of likely advancement opportunities.

Software and other services used:

1. Blackbaud’s Raisers Edge (donor management) and Financial Edge (accounting);

2. Importacular (for integration of credit-card donations into Raisers Edge);

3. Actblue and Harness (credit-card donation platforms);

4. Office 365 programs (Excel, Word, Outlook);

5. Avaya phone system;

6. Paychex Flex (online payroll with time management module);

7. WMATA’s Metrochek employer platform.

Application Procedure: Please submit your resume and a short writing sample to jobs@clw.org, and please note that we will only be contacting those candidates we select for interviews. No phone calls. It is expected that the chosen applicant will be ready and able to commence work very soon after selection.

The Center and Council are Equal Opportunity Employers — people of color, people with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply; we are committed to a diverse workplace and to supporting our staff with ongoing career development opportunities.

Internships

The Council’s affiliated research organization, the Center for Arms Control and Non-Proliferation, offers paid internship opportunities for students and recent graduates interested in policies to reduce the threat of nuclear weapons and increase peace and security.

Located on Capitol Hill in the heart of Washington D.C., the Council and Center are both respected non-profit organizations that educate Congress and the public on national security issues through policy, advocacy, and investigations.

We are now accepting applications for our Fall 2022 internship. The expected duration is 12-16 weeks, depending on availability, for 30 hours per week, at a rate of $16.10 per hour. Note: The position will follow a hybrid work schedule. Virtual work will be possible, with some regular presence in the CACNP offices required. Preference will be given to candidates located in the Washington D.C., Virginia and Maryland area.

Applications for Fall 2022 internships are due FRIDAY, JULY 15 by 5 p.m. ET. APPLY HERE

Academic credit is available. We are unfortunately unable to sponsor visas.

Scoville Fellowship

In addition to its internship program, the Center for Arms Control and Non-Proliferation also participates in the Herbert Scoville Jr. Peace Fellowship. The Scoville Fellowship pays a stipend for recent college graduates to work with NGOs in Washington, DC on peace and security issues for six to nine months. For further information, please visit the Scoville Fellowship’s website.