Please Post: POSITION AVAILABLE RESEARCH & EDUCATION DIRECTOR The Financial Markets Center The Financial Markets Center is a new, nonprofit institute that focuses on the Federal Reserve System and the financial sector. The Center provides research, education, policy analysis and related resources to grassroots organizations, labor unions, journalists and other groups. The Center is a successor organization to the Southern Finance Project. The Position Responsibilities will include: · Producing reports on monetary policy actions, financial market trends and developments in the Federal Reserve System · Designing educational materials and conducting workshops on the Federal Reserve and financial markets · Building and maintaining contacts with the policy community, academicians, journalists and other constituencies; organizing and managing briefings, seminars, conferences and publications; providing strategic assistance to citizen organizations · Developing programs and supervising staff, interns and volunteers Qualifications and Experience · Advanced computer, writing, analytical, teaching and relational skills · Background in economics, familiarity with monetary policy issues and an understanding of law, regulation and business practices in the banking, securities, insurance and pension sectors · Some educational, organizing or campaign experience and an ability to relate well to key constituency groups · Commitment to democratic values Salary and Benefits $28,000 - $32,000, according to experience. Benefits include health insurance, two weeks annual vacation, 12 paid holidays, sick leave and maternity/paternity leave. To Apply Send a resume, three references and a cover letter explaining your interest in the position to: Search Committee, Financial Markets Center, PO Box 334, Philomont, VA 20131. The Center is an equal opportunity employer. Women and people of color are encouraged to apply. Deadline for Applications: July 1, 1997
