Senior Associate, Content and Research

About the Bretton Woods Committee

The Bretton Woods Committee is the leading non-profit organization dedicated to advancing effective international economic and financial cooperation. We work to strengthen the multilateral institutions at the heart of the global economic system through policy engagement, convenings, and analytical work.

Our global membership spans leaders from business, finance, government, and academia, offering unparalleled expertise. We provide an independent, non-partisan platform for dialogue and policy analysis to improve the effectiveness and capacity of international financial institutions (IFIs).

Position Summary

The Senior Associate, Content and Research will play a central role in shaping and producing high-quality written content across the Committee’s research and editorial portfolio. This individual will drive the development of publications, blog posts, digital content, and other materials that support the organization’s mission and elevate the Committee’s voice on global economic issues.

The ideal candidate will have exceptional writing and editorial skills, a deep interest in international economic policy, and a demonstrated ability to translate complex ideas into clear, accessible content for expert and non-expert audiences alike.

This position reports to the Program Manager and collaborates across departments and with external experts, including BWC members, working group leads, and communications staff.

Key Responsibilities

• • Research, draft, edit, and produce a wide range of written materials, including policy briefs, blogs, reports, op-eds, newsletters, event summaries, and talking points.
  • Collaborate with working group leaders and subject-matter experts to develop publication timelines and support drafting, formatting, and publication processes.
  • Work closely with the Communications team to tailor written content for digital platforms, including the website and social media.
  • Develop framing and messaging for new research topics or initiatives in collaboration with program leads.
  • Maintain editorial calendars and ensure content is delivered on time and to a high standard.
  • Conduct in-depth background research to support content development and strategy.
  • Provide copyediting and quality control for internal and external communications.
  • Support the conceptualization of new editorial products and content strategy initiatives.

Qualifications

• • Master’s degree in public policy, international relations, economics, journalism, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 3 years of professional experience, ideally in a role that includes research, writing, or editorial tasks.
  • Outstanding writing and editing skills, with a sharp eye for clarity, tone, and structure.
  • Proven ability to distill technical or academic material into engaging, accessible writing.
  • Strong research skills and familiarity with international economic policy issues (e.g., IFIs, development finance, macroeconomics, trade).
  • Experience managing editorial workflows and working across teams and deadlines.

Personal Attributes

• • Self-starter with strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Collaborative team player with a solutions-oriented mindset.
  • Committed to editorial excellence and continuous improvement.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with senior-level stakeholders.