Deputy Director & Fellow - Critical Minerals Security Program

Deputy Director & Fellow - Critical Minerals Security Program

Research Programs & Projects

Washington, DC • Full-Time/Regular

The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) is a non-profit, bipartisan public policy organization established in 1962 to provide strategic insights and practical policy solutions to decisionmakers concerned with global security and prosperity. Over the years, it has grown to be one of the largest organizations of its kind, with a staff of some 280 employees, including more than 120 analysts working to address the changing dynamics of international security across the globe.

The Critical Minerals Security Program at CSIS seeks to provide evidence-based thought leadership to develop innovative and sensible policy solutions to reduce supply chain vulnerabilities for key minerals. The Program is seeking a Deputy Director & Fellow that reports directly to the Program Director. The Deputy Director and Fellow plays a central role in shaping program vision, developing research initiatives, managing staff, and attracting new support and partnerships. The Deputy Director & Fellow will outline the program's research agenda, produce high-quality and high-impact analytical outputs, lead high-profile events, and engage senior stakeholders across government, industry, and the private sector. The position also carries significant leadership responsibilities, including providing management and strategic guidance, supporting overall program direction, and mentoring junior staff to ensure strong research execution and professional development.

The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $150,000 based on experience.

Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Collaborates with the Director to develop research projects from inception through completion, including proposal development, research execution and dissemination.
• Authors high-quality deliverables including reports, white papers, policy briefs, memos, and op-eds.
• Conceptualizes and leads events, including conferences, panels, and roundtables, based on programmatic research priorities.
• Promotes the program's analysis (including your own) to a diverse set of stakeholders, including government officials, policymakers, journalists, academics, and the public.
• Leads program business development efforts, including identifying new funding opportunities, drafting proposals, managing budgets and grants, and engaging with sponsors.
• Presents quantitative and qualitative findings to a range of audiences including policymakers, media, industry, and the public. Manages and coordinates day-to-day workflow in close consultation with the Director.
• Mentors junior research staff, ensuring production of high-quality outputs.

Knowledge, education, and experience:

• Master's degree (M.A./M.S.) required.
• 7+ years of experience working on mining-related matters in policy, industry, research or government.
• Strong research background with demonstrated publication record. Experience working with both quantitative and qualitative data is strongly preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with coordinating high-profile events and working with external stakeholders across government, industry, academia, and media.
• Ability to manage projects, personnel, budgets, and grants.
• Ability to build and manage relationships with external stakeholders, including industry, government, academia, and the media.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive approach to identifying challenges, setting priorities, and developing creative solutions.

Physical requirements and work conditions:

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee working in an office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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

Equal Opportunity Employer.