CWP Full-time Staff Positions
- Columbia Global seeks a dynamic and innovative Director of Communications to oversee communications strategy and brand identity. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Director will build and lead a team of writers, designers, multimedia specialists, and creatives. The Director will design and guide collaborative, forward-thinking efforts to support Columbia Global’s mission to enhance understanding, address global challenges, advance knowledge and its exchange and engage in social change. Access the full position description and submit an application, resume, and cover letter.
- Columbia Global seeks an experienced and seasoned Director of Finance to oversee all budget and financial operations. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Director is an integral member of CG’s senior management team and provides financial leadership and direct oversight of the financial operations of the CG portfolio. The Director is responsible for financial analysis, budget and financial reporting, accounting operations, financial controls, compliance, reconciliations, audit requirements and providing direction to finance staff. Access the full position description and submit an application, resume, and cover letter.
- Columbia Global seeks a Director of Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) to develop and implement frameworks and tools to systemically monitor and evaluate strategic and organizational initiatives as well as domestic and international programming in support of continuous learning and improvement. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the MEL Director will guide resource allocation, participate in strategy development, implement adaptive management interventions, and ensure short- and long-term priorities are supported and complemented by data and best practices. Access the full position description and submit an application, resume, and cover letter.
- Columbia Global seeks a dynamic and innovative Project Officer to support the activities and development of discrete Columbia Global projects. The position reports to and works closely with the Executive Vice President of Columbia Global. The incumbent will work independently and collaboratively on matters of research, analysis, coordination, development of programming and administration and support all phases of project work from design to launch and implementation. Access the full position description and submit an application, resume, and cover letter.
- Columbia World Projects seeks a Project Officer to support the activities and development of its Research & Engagement team. The incumbent will serve as a key member of the team in advancing and administering work and convenings on large-scale problems such as the future of democracy, the character of cities, and initiatives geared to understand how best to enact policy ideas. The Project Officer will work primarily on the initiatives that lie within CWP’s work on “inclusive urbanism,” which explores important aspects of physical, economic, social and political urban life that shape opportunities and the ability of households and communities to thrive. Access the full position description and submit an application, resume, and cover letter.
- Columbia Global seeks a Project Officer to support the implementation of the new Center for Political Economy and its strategic growth. This includes working with the Project Director and faculty co-directors to support and advance the planning, management, and implementation of the Center’s work plans, activities and initiatives. The PO will work to maintain/advance established collaborations with key partners, stakeholders and supporters. The PO will work independently and collaboratively on matters of research, analysis, coordination, development of programming and administration. Access the full position description and submit an application, resume, and cover letter.
Postdoctoral Opportunities:
- CWP is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Scholar to join its Research and Engagement team, starting in January 2023. The PRS will play a significant role supporting CWP’s program on Inclusive Urbanism while pursuing their own research and publication goals. Read more and apply here.
- The Center for Political Economy is seeking a full-time Postdoctoral Research Scholar. Applicants working on a wide-range of subjects are eligible, preference will be given to those working on research projects that principally concern themes central to the work and labor idea lab. This is a one-year position (one additional year may be possible) with an anticipated start date of February 1, 2023. Read more and apply here.
Consulting Opportunities:
- Columbia World Projects seeks a Human Resources Specialist Consultant to lead the design of a comprehensive human resources strategy and framework for CWP. The consultant will advise senior leadership on the administration of human resources policies and procedures, analyze and assess current HR programs and recommend solutions. Read more and apply here.
- Columbia World Projects seeks local and international consultants across a range of technical and development fields. Read more and apply here.