Events and Communications Assistant

The Center for a New American Security (CNAS) seeks a highly motivated and dedicated Events and Communications Assistant for a full-time position. This is a dynamic position that includes events coordination and communication responsibilities with a strong connection to CNAS’s work and mission.

Responsibilities

Events management

• Assist the Associate Director for Events with the planning and execution of all events
• Assist with external vendor timelines, directions, and questions
• Manage the center-wide event calendar
• Liaise with research programs and business units regarding the effective execution of events
• Assist with live event execution, to include logistics, set up, audiovisual equipment, and interaction with event attendees
• Assist with pre-event and day-of logistics including setup and tear-down of events
• Assist with post-event data and bookkeeping
• Execute day-of event logistics for in-person, virtual, and hybrid events
• Perform administrative duties as needed

Communications

• Work with the Communications team on social media and video projects
• Assist in maintaining and updating the CNAS website and event pages
• Draft and send event invitations to targeted audiences
• Assist with email marketing database management
• Track and provide post-event analytics (page views, media hits, online viewership, etc.)
• Support the Communications team with other responsibilities as needed

Institutional responsibilities

• Attend internal meetings and events
• Represent CNAS externally
• Execute other duties as required

Qualifications and Requirements

• Associate or bachelor’s degree
• Ability to work occasional after-hours events
• Uncompromising attention to detail
• Excellent time management, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Experience using Microsoft Office suite applications
• Legal right to work in the United States
• Based in Washington, DC or willing to relocate upon job offer

Especially competitive applicants will have:

• One to three years of events and hospitality management experience
• Experience with virtual streaming platforms (such as StreamYard)
• Interest in communications and marketing

About CNAS

The Center for a New American Security develops bold, innovative, and bipartisan national security and defense policies that promote and protect American interests and values. Building on the deep expertise and broad experience of its staff and advisors, CNAS engages policymakers, experts, and the public with innovative fact-based research, ideas, and analysis to shape and elevate the national security debate. As an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit research organization, CNAS leads efforts to help inform and prepare the national security leaders of today and tomorrow. CNAS is located in Washington, D.C.

CNAS is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

CNAS offers a complete and competitive benefits package for employees which includes medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short and long term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, 403(b) retirement accounts, transportation subsidies, and an employee assistance program.

CNAS abides by all Federal and District of Columbia employment laws.

To Apply

CNAS is accepting online applications only. Apply online using this link:

https://cnas.bamboohr.com/careers/113

A complete application will include a cover letter explaining the candidate’s interest in and qualifications for the position, together with a résumé or CV. Additional application materials and professional references may be requested.