Program Assistant, China AI Initiative

Job overview

The Program Assistant, China AI Initiative role is hybrid in Washington, DC, with in-office work Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. The salary range is $50,000–$52,000 per year. The Carnegie Endowment for International Peace is an international affairs institution; its China AI Initiative informs and supports the U.S.–China relationship in AI. The assistant provides logistical, administrative, and event support so the initiative can conduct research and engage with the international policy community. The role coordinates travel and meetings, maintains program information, and assists with budgets and reporting while working closely with senior scholars.

What you'll do

• Coordinate travel and prepare expense reports
• maintain and update the initiative’s database
• handle web postings
• coordinate meetings and support event logistics
• assist with grant reports, budgets, and financial reviews.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

program assistant

china ai initiative

artificial intelligence policy

international affairs

hybrid

washington dc

carnegie endowment for international peace

full-time

$50k–$52k per year

event logistics

travel coordination

grant reporting

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health insurance and generous benefits
• the posting does not enumerate additional benefit details.

Why this role

Twelve-month position with possibility of extension; hybrid schedule requires office attendance Tuesday through Thursday; staff bargaining unit position.

About the employer

Carnegie Endowment for International Peace is hiring for this role. Industry: Professional Organizations. Sector: 81.