The National Committee is always looking to grow our general talent pool. If you would like to be added to our community, please email applications@ncuscr.org with a general resume and cover letter.

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Employee Benefits:

NCUSCR is an equal-opportunity employer and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds. All staff members are expected to be committed to the National Committee’s mission and represent the organization in a professional manner.

  • Insurance: 100% employer paid health insurance for employee or medical opt-out plan; voluntary dental and vision plans available; employer paid life insurance; voluntary long-term disability plan
  • Time off: 12 paid holidays; 5 personal days; 15 vacation days; 12 sick days per year
  • Retirement: mandatory employee contribution triple matched by employer after one year of employment
  • Optional participation in employer sponsored transit program
  • Other benefits: weekly Chinese language classes available; subscription to multiple news platforms; work from home stipend; personal development and training opportunities.

Program Operations Associate

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The program operations associate supports the operational infrastructure that enables NCUSCR’s programs, communications, and development functions to run effectively and in concert. Working across departmental lines, the associate contributes to the design, implementation, and maintenance of the systems and workflows that keep the organization’s institutional activities running — translating operational needs into functional tools, processes, and standards that support programs, events, and strategic initiatives.

KEY OVERVIEW:

  • Contributes to the operational work that keeps the Committee’s programs, initiatives, and systems running accurately and consistently
  • Implements and maintains CRM workflows, automations, and integrations that support the organization’s operational infrastructure
  • Supports the operational planning and on-site execution of major institutional events
  • Works across programs, communications, and development, in support of the organization’s operational and institutional priorities

RESPONSIBILITIES:

CRM Planning & Administration

  • Implements and maintains CRM structures that support program logistics, event operations, membership tracking, and institutional contacts, ensuring data integrity and consistency across all organizational use cases
  • Builds and maintains email workflows, registration platforms, and integrations including FormAssembly, translating operational requirements into functional tools
  • Develops and refines CRM-based workflows for recurring programs and events, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce manual effort
  • Conducts regular data audits and deduplication to maintain data integrity across the CRM
  • Contributes to staff training materials and provides user support on CRM and operational tools across the organization
  • Stays current with Salesforce releases and third-party tool updates, evaluating relevance to organizational workflows

Program processes & operations

  • Implements operational processes for programs across the portfolio, including CHINA Town Hall, next-generation fellowships, government engagement programs, and individual membership initiatives
  • Maintains standardized workflows, timelines, and documentation practices for program planning, execution, and wrap-up
  • Builds and maintains program-specific tools and automations, including triggered communications, logistics sequencing workflows, and reporting dashboards that support programming
  • Supports program evaluation by collecting and organizing data that feeds into performance reporting for senior leadership and board

Major Event operations

  • Supports the operational planning and on-site execution of major institutional events, including the annual gala, senior leader events, board and corporate programs
  • Handles operational details that events depend on, including participant lists, briefing materials, run-of-show documents, registration workflows, and attendee communications
  • Ensures post-event documentation and data capture are completed accurately and on time

Development operations

  • Supports gift tracking and donor data management in Salesforce, maintaining data accuracy and integrity across development cycles
  • Assists with operational logistics for large-scale donor engagement events, including attendee management and post-event documentation
  • Contributes to reporting on fundraising performance and donor engagement in support of senior leadership

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 1-3 years operations experience
  • Strong technology skills (Advanced Microsoft Office skills and experience with Salesforce required; HTML knowledge preferred)
  • Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills
  • Able to multitask and work well under pressure, both independently and as part of a team
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, able to communicate efficiently in a calm and professional manner

The expected annual salary range for this position is between $65,000-70,000.

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Program Associate

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The National Committee on U.S.-China Relations seeks a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and collaborative individual to support a range of programs. The Program Associate’s primary responsibility will be to work on the Committee’s Track II Dialogues and public outreach programs; however, work on and involvement in other programs will also be required.

KEY FUNCTIONS:

  • Provide administrative, logistical, and programmatic support across the National Committee’s portfolio of programs and events, with specific responsibility to its Track II dialogues.
  • Assist with the planning, coordination, and execution of various meetings, conferences, exchanges, delegations, briefings, webinars, and other virtual and in-person programs.
  • Support participant engagement and communication before, during, and after program activities.
  • Contribute to program evaluation, reporting, and other post-event activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Conduct background research and prepare briefing materials to support program development and implementation.
  • Coordinate domestic and international travel, accommodation, meeting logistics, and event-related arrangements.
  • Prepare and distribute electronic and printed program materials, including agendas, participant packets, briefing books, and correspondence.
  • Manage Zoom meetings, webinars, and other virtual program platforms.
  • Provide onsite and virtual event support, including participant registration, speaker coordination, and program execution.
  • Maintain communication with program participants, speakers, institutional partners, and other stakeholders.
  • Assist with budget tracking, invoicing, expense reimbursements, vendor payments, and financial reconciliations.
  • Obtain price quotes, coordinate contracts and logistical arrangements with vendors and service providers.
  • Maintain and update participant databases, contact records, and program-related information systems.
  • Monitor and compile China-related developments, academic research, policy discussions, and current events relevant to National Committee programming.
  • Assist with program evaluation, data collection, grant reporting, and other organizational reporting requirements.
  • Support the preparation of grant proposals, donor materials, and program communications.
  • Perform other duties as assigned in support of the National Committee’s mission and programs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree and 1–3 years of relevant professional experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
  • This is a hybrid position. Candidates must be available to work in the Manhattan office.
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented, with excellent project management and time-management skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative team as well as independently.
  • Excellent written (including editing) and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to interact professionally with senior government officials, business executives, educators, scholars, donors, and program participants.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and virtual meeting platforms.
  • Interest in U.S.-China relations, international affairs, and public policy.
  • Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally, as required.
  • Experience living, studying, or working in China is preferred.
  • Mandarin language proficiency is preferred.

The expected annual salary range for this position is between $65,000-70,000.

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