Senior Non-Resident Fellow – Climate and Militarism Program (CAMP)

The Center for International Policy (CIP) is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Senior Non-Resident Fellow for its Climate and Militarism Program (CAMP). This fellow will play a crucial role in expanding CIP’s research and advocacy at the intersection of environmental issues and militarism. We are particularly looking for someone who can effectively connect this work with our ongoing and future efforts addressing the military budget as we look to emphasize the importance of reallocating resources to address critical climate challenges.

CAMP aims to shift the approach and implementation of U.S. foreign Policy to a people-and planet- centered strategy, replacing cycles of state-sanctioned exploitation, zero-sum competition, and ecological devastation with policies that promote shared prosperity, global cooperation, class solidarity, and ecological sustainability. One key program focus is interrogating the implications of U.S. policy response to climate-related security challenges, including the environmental impact of security assistance and its contribution to irregular migration and regional conflict. 

​Fellows will be provided with in-house data collection. They will also be supplied with research and analysis assistants to support their work, while they share their extensive knowledge and advice on CIP program structure and analysis, as well as produce individual or collaborative research outputs.

​Position Status: Part-Time

Location: Remote

Start Date: Immediate

Roles and Responsibilities:

The level of involvement and specific structure of the fellowship will be discussed based on individual candidates’ experience, availability, and CIP’s needs. This will include: 

• In-Depth Research and Analysis: Conduct comprehensive, solutions-focused research on the environmental impacts of militarism, including the carbon footprint of military operations and the effects of the Pentagon’s budget on climate change. Develop policy-relevant reports, articles, and briefings that align with CIP’s mission and contribute to discussions on sustainable peace and security.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with like-minded scholars, policymakers, and activists to amplify CIP’s message. Participate in academic and policy-oriented webinars, panels, and meetings. Engage in media outreach, writing op-eds, and leveraging other platforms to drive discourse around the nexus of climate change and militarism. Engage in ongoing collaboration with fellows and staff to address the intersections of work in human rights, corruption, poverty, gender issues, among others. 
• Advocacy: This includes identifying and analyzing opportunities for reprogramming military budget and initiatives that enhance climate resilience, support resource management, and promote ecological sustainability.
• Strategic Guidance: Provide expert advice on the strategic direction of CAMP, helping to shape the program’s research agenda and advocacy efforts. Work closely with CIP’s leadership to ensure that CAMP’s work aligns with the organization’s broader goals of promoting a peaceful, just, and sustainable U.S. foreign policy.
• Driving discourse: Engage in media outreach, writing op-eds, and leveraging other platforms to drive discourse around the nexus of climate change and militarism.

​Key Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:

• Deep understanding of the intersection between climate change and militarism, with a proven track record of research and analysis in this field. Familiarity with the environmental impacts of U.S. military activities and the implications of defense spending on global climate efforts is essential.
• Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality, policy-relevant research outputs, including reports, articles, and briefings. Experience in media engagement and public advocacy is highly desirable.
• A strong academic foundation, preferably with a postgraduate degree in international relations or a related field.
• Regional expertise that enhances our global perspective.
• Ability to think critically about U.S. foreign policy and its impact on global environmental and security issues. Experience in bridging research, advocacy and outreach, particularly in relation to military operations, is a significant advantage.
• A history of significant professional achievements.
• Language skills in Spanish or Arabic are highly valued.

We invite applicants to explore our previous CAMP work. The Center for International Policy (CIP) is a woman-led, progressive, and independent nonprofit committed to research, education, and advocacy. Our mission is to promote a U.S. foreign policy that prioritizes peace, justice, and sustainability.We are committed to amplifying voices that advocate for a foreign policy centered on the well-being of people and the planet.

How to Apply:

All applicants for this position must submit a cover letter, resume, and two writing samples. Make sure to attach your cover letter, resume, and 3 writing samples as one document when you apply and send it to Sonya Carter, Director of Finance and Operations, at [email protected] and with “CAMP Non-Resident Fellow” in the subject line. 

The Center for International Policy is an independent nonprofit center for research, public education, and advocacy on U.S. foreign policy. CIP’s scholars, researchers, journalists, analysts, and former government officials provide a unique mixture of issue-area expertise, access to high-level officials, media-savvy, and strategic vision. We work to inform the public and decision-makers in the United States on policies to make the world more peaceful, just, and sustainable.

The Center for International Policy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origins, or sexual orientation. Women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and LGBT candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.