Senior Program Manager

The Global Taiwan Institute (GTI) – Senior Programs Manager

The Global Taiwan Institute (GTI) is seeking applicants for the position of Senior Programs Manager to assist with GTI’s public policy research and public engagement efforts.

Primary responsibilities will include:

Supervising the workplace activities of more junior GTI staff, under the overall cognizance of the GTI director.

Conducting editing, research, and writing for GTI’s online publication, the Global Taiwan Brief, as well as for longer policy research reports as coordinated with GTI management.

Overseeing the organization of GTI’s seminars, annual conference, and other public events.

Engaging with scholars, government officials, and non-governmental organizations in the public policy field.

Engaging media organizations and offering expert commentary, as requested on an ad hoc basis.

Desired Qualifications:

5–10 years of work experience in the government, academic, think tank, or business sectors.

MA or equivalent advanced degree.

Familiarity with US/Taiwan/China-related policy issues.

Strong public policy writing and editing ability, and comfort with public speaking engagements.

Study and/or work experience in Taiwan and/or East Asia, and proficient Mandarin language skills, are highly beneficial.

This position will be hybrid (in-person / remote) at the GTI office, located in downtown Washington, DC.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the overall cognizance of the GTI staff director, supervise the daily office activities of GTI staff, including managing the intern program.

Serve as the managing editor for GTI’s online publication, the Global Taiwan Brief, which publishes short articles on current issues affecting Taiwan and US-Taiwan relations; conduct research and write short articles for the same.

Conduct research and writing for longer policy research reports, as coordinated with other members of the GTI staff.

Participate in organizing GTI seminars, the GTI annual conference, and other public events; engage in occasional public speaking at the same.

Engage with scholars, government officials, and non-governmental organizations in the public policy field.

Occasionally offer commentary to media organizations on Taiwan-related news events and policy issues.

Salary and Benefits

Negotiable base salary of $65,000–$90,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Eligibility for a discretionary annual performance bonus.

Health and dental benefits.

Matching 403(b) program.

US citizenship is not required, but foreign national applicants must have legal authorization to work in the United States.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Required Documents for the Application

Resume

Cover letter explaining how your background, interests, and goals match the position and the mission of GTI

Two brief writing samples (short essays or articles of 3–5 pages). Note: submission of suspected AI-generated material will be immediately disqualifying.

Two academic/professional references may be requested if your application is selected for further consideration

Please send these materials as an email attachment (one single PDF file preferred) to [email protected]
with the subject: “Application: Senior Program Manager.” Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.