Vacancy: Junior Fellow

Location: Washington, D.C.

The Global South Policy Hub (GSPH/Hub) is an independent, nonpartisan think tank dedicated to amplifying the perspectives, expertise, and priorities of the Global South in international policy spaces — particularly in Washington, D.C., and across the broader Global North. We connect Global South policy leaders, scholars, and practitioners directly to U.S. foreign policy and international policy circles through research, dialogue, and network-building initiatives.

We aim to inform Global North and international institutions’ decision-making to advance a world order in which cooperation and partnerships between Global North and Global South states support the development of more inclusive, responsive, and equitable international policies. GSPH’s work spans five thematic areas: International Development Cooperation; Resources, Energy, and Critical Minerals; Global Governance and World Order; and International Finance and Economic Architecture.

The Junior Fellowship seeks to provide a current graduate student or someone who recently earned a Master’s degree with a 360° experience at a think tank to develop a deep understanding of how such an organization operates, and build key competencies for a successful career in policy. The Junior Fellow can expect to develop a wide range of skills and knowledge essential for a policy career, including research, program management, fundraising, writing, and event coordination. They will also gain access to a large network of experts from around the world and have the opportunity to contribute to efforts advancing progressive reforms in international policy and U.S. foreign policy.

This is a six-month position starting on August 24, 2026. The Junior Fellowship is virtual, with in-person attendance at events in Washington, D.C.

Research and writing

• Conduct research and draft background memos as requested on a wide range of issues (U.S. foreign policy, international policy, fundraising, policy institutions, etc.).
• Draft high-quality summaries of events and short blogs.
• Copy/edit and proofread materials.

Website management and Communications

• Support the Communications Coordinator with the maintenance of the
  website and content publication processes.
• Draft communications materials, such as the newsletter, outreach emails to Congress, invitations to events, etc.

Events

• Support event coordination and materials design.
• Attend virtual and in-person events and draft summaries as requested.

Administration

• Clean and maintain the contact database (Excel, CMS software).
• Maintain the institution's project management software up to date.
• Develop new project tools as requested.
• Maintain the institution’s activity archive.
• Prepare administrative reports.

• Must be a current graduate student or have recently earned a Master's degree.
• GPA of 3.0/4.0 preferred (or equivalent from a non-U.S. institution).
• Must have a strong interest in and understanding of U.S. foreign policy and international policy, especially issues impacting Global South countries, and that are the focus of the Global South Policy Hub.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft 365, especially Word (use of styles, track
  changes, etc.) and Excel (use of formulas, creation and update of semi-complex
  tables). Knowledge of Mailchimp, Monday.com, Canva, and other relevant graphic design and project management software is highly desired.  The successful candidate must have a laptop equipped with Microsoft 365.
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Able to work in a team and autonomously, in a fast-paced environment, with
  attention to detail, a high level of organization, and the ability to work on multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.

Salary: The successful candidate will receive a monthly stipend.

Closing Date of Position: Friday, July 31, 2026 (at 11:59 pm ET). Applications
will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is chosen, so early applications are encouraged.

To Apply: Upload the following documents in a single PDF named “[Your Name] -Junior Fellow":

1. A 500-word max cover letter;
2. A CV; and
3. A 300-word response to the following prompt: “What should be the top priority for Global South countries seeking to advance a more equitable world order that fosters prosperity and security for the Global Majority?”

All application materials must be original, human-authored work. The use of AI to generate any part of your application — including posts, audit points, or visuals — is not permitted and will disqualify your application.

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and will be invited to complete a practical assessment and/or an interview. Please do not email.

The Global South Policy Hub is an equal opportunity employer that will consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any legally protected status. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.