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Public Affairs Council

Assistant Editor, Communications & Publications

The US-China Business Council (USCBC, www.uschina.org) is seeking an assistant editor for a full-time position. USCBC is a private, nonpartisan, nonprofit organization of roughly 220 American companies that do business with China. Founded in 1973, USCBC has provided unmatched information, advisory, advocacy, and program services to its membership for nearly four decades. Through its offices in Washington, DC; Beijing; and Shanghai, USCBC is uniquely positioned to serve its members' interests in the United States and China.

Responsibilities
Writing, fact-checking, copyediting, and proofreading articles, data spreads, and departments for the China Business Review (CBR, www.chinabusinessreview.com), the magazine of the USCBC, and other USCBC communications
Assisting with the writing and editing of China Market Intelligence, USCBC's biweekly e-newsletter, and other e-publications
Editing, marketing, and distributing USCBC's China News Headlines and China Deals e-newsletters
Maintaining and adapting USCBC content for websites, social media networks, and blogs
Conducting research on topics of concern to US businesses in China

Qualifications
Excellent command of English grammar and spelling
Proven writing and editing skills
Excellent attention to detail
Good online research skills
Reading and speaking knowledge of Mandarin a plus
Ability to communicate clear, detailed instructions orally and in writing
Relevant experience on another publication and communication platforms
Academic coursework on, or other relevant exposure to, China, economics, statistics, business terminology, legal terminology, and US-China relations and commercial activities
Ability to work independently
Energy and enthusiasm for communications, publications, and new media
Experience maintaining websites and social media platforms preferred
Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred
Two years of work experience
US permanent work authorization (US citizen or lawful permanent resident)

Contact
This position is managed by the deputy director of Communications & Publications. Please send resume, cover letter, a brief writing sample, salary expectations, and contact information for three references by e-mail to info@uschina.org with the subject line "Assistant Editor, Communications & Publications, Washington, DC."
No phone calls, please.

SOURCE: PUBLIC AFFAIRS COUNCIL 05/18/11