Wednesday, December 13, 2017

Student Job Opportunities at the Sigur Center (FWS) [Updated Links]

The Sigur Center for Asian Studies is a university research institute and the academic home of the Asian Studies Program of the Elliott School of International Affairs at The George Washington University. The Staff Assistant for Operations will be working directly with Sigur Center staff and faculty on a variety of financial tasks and responsibilities related to managing the Center’s events and programs, and other administrative duties to support the work of the Center. This is a great opportunity for students interested in Asian Studies and International Affairs to work closely with Sigur Center staff, faculty, and visiting scholars from Asia.

Sigur Center for Asian Studies FWS Staff Assistant – Operations (part-time)

Job Description: The Staff Assistant for Operations will play a central role in managing logistics and
financing for Sigur Center. This may include assisting staff in keeping track of event and program
expenditures; drafting and submitting financial expense reports; supporting administrative upkeep of
the Center; promoting the Sigur Center; and preparing additional materials as needed.
As a Sigur Center Staff Assistant, the position also entails staffing the Center's front desk, which encompasses answering the main phone line, greeting visitors, and processing mail. Other
administrative duties and special projects may include creating spreadsheets and reports, data entry,
editing, and supporting Sigur Center events. The Staff Assistant will also help in managing the Sigur
Center's social enterprise, including the Asia on E Street blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Flickr accounts.

Link: https://gwu.joinhandshake.com/jobs/1206782

Hours Per Week: 10
Hourly Wage: $12.50 (DC Minimum Wage)
Required Qualifications:
-Strong background in spreadsheet and admin software programs, especially Excel
-Experience in administrative duties
-Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
-Must possess a Federal Work Study (FWS) Award for the 2017-2018 academic year
Preferred Qualifications:
-Strong interest in Interest in/knowledge of International Affairs and Asia
-Some knowledge of an Asian foreign language
-Experience living, working, or studying in Asia
Application Procedures: Please submit the following materials to the online application portal:
-Cover letter (specify dates/times you are available to work)
-Resume
-FWS Award letter
Due to a high volume of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No calls, please.

Sigur Center for Asian Studies FWS Staff Assistant – Communications (part-time)

Job Description: The Staff Assistant for Communications will be playing a central role in managing the Sigur Center’s social enterprise, which includes the Asia on E Street blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Flickr accounts. The Staff Assistant for Communications will be expected to draft, edit, and upload content for the Sigur Center’s website pages, social media platforms, emailing lists; create advertisement content for Sigur Center programs and events; design digital and print content; promote the Sigur Center; and preparing additional materials as needed. As a Sigur Center Staff Assistant, the position also entails staffing the Center's front desk, which encompasses answering the main phone line, greeting visitors, and processing mail. Other administrative duties and special projects may include creating spreadsheets and reports, data entry, editing, and supporting Sigur Center events.

Link: https://gwu.joinhandshake.com/jobs/1206804

Hours Per Week: 10
Hourly Wage: $12.50 (DC Minimum Wage)
Required Qualifications:
-Background in social media and communications management
-Strong written communication skills
-Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
-Must possess a Federal Work Study (FWS) Award for the 2017-2018 academic year
Preferred Qualifications:
-Strong interest in Interest in/knowledge of International Affairs and Asia
-Some knowledge of an Asian foreign language
-Experience living, working, or studying in Asia
-Administrative experience
Application Procedures: Please submit the following materials to the online application portal:
-Cover letter (specify dates/times you are available to work)
-Resume
-FWS Award letter
Due to a high volume of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No calls, please.

Sigur Center for Asian Studies FWS Staff Assistant – Events (part-time)

Job Description: The Staff Assistant for Events will be primarily responsible for helping Sigur Center staff manage external events and conferences. This may include assisting with event planning, catering, and scheduling; researching potential speakers; producing and posting event flyers and posters; managing event registration; providing logistical support during events in areas such as photography and audio/video recording; drafting and uploading event write-ups onto online platforms; promote the Sigur Center; and preparing additional materials as needed.
As a Sigur Center Staff Assistant, the position also entails staffing the Center's front desk, which encompasses answering the main phone line, greeting visitors, and processing mail. Other
administrative duties and special projects may include creating spreadsheets and reports, data entry,
editing, and supporting Sigur Center events. The Staff Assistant will also assist in managing the Sigur
Center's social enterprise, including the Asia on E Street blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Flickr accounts.

Link: https://gwu.joinhandshake.com/jobs/1206835

Hours Per Week: 10
Hourly Wage: $12.50 (DC Minimum Wage)
Required Qualifications:
-Background in event planning and management
-Strong written communication skills
-Experience in managing media content, including photography and audio/visual recording
-Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
-Must possess a Federal Work Study (FWS) Award for the 2017-2018 academic year
Preferred Qualifications:
-Strong interest in Interest in/knowledge of International Affairs and Asia
-Some knowledge of an Asian foreign language
-Experience living, working, or studying in Asia
-Administrative experience
Application Procedures: Please submit the following materials to the online application portal:
-Cover letter (specify dates/times you are available to work)
-Resume
-FWS Award letter
Due to a high volume of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No calls, please.

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