Respond to direction from and coordinating with the Supervisory Senior Policy Analyst for Economic and Trade Issues, or other senior Commission staff as directed by the Executive Director. The work requires the ability to:

1. Monitor and assess developments in economics and trade pertaining to China, Taiwan, and the Asia-Pacific Region. This includes: the trade balance between China and the United States; how the health of the U.S. economy and its component industries and workforce are affected by U.S. trade with China and other Chinese activities; China's adherence to its obligations as a member of the World Trade Organization, U.S.-China bilateral trade agreements, and multilateral trade agreements to which the U.S. is a party; China's economic strength and capability and the effects of its economic activities on the U.S. economy; the trends in China's economic and trade activities; China's enforcement of intellectual property rights; China's use of prison labor and its adherence to related U.S.-China bilateral agreements; the effects of U.S. export controls on U.S.-China trade; and other topics as assigned.
2. Write assigned portions of the Commission's Annual Report to Congress.
3. Prepare reports, position papers, briefing materials, and other information for Commissioners, the Executive Director, and other Commission staff; prepare and present briefings on same.
4. Provide substantive and administrative support during the development of, preparation for, and execution of Commission events, including hearings, briefings, roundtables, and conferences.
5. Prepare communications for Commissioners, both orally and in writing, to a wide variety of audiences. Prepare Commissioners for testimony before Congress and draft testimony or other presentation to Congress for use by Commissioners.
6. Provide official responses to Congressional inquiries and legislated supporting requirements.
7. Develop and maintain a professional network with China analysts in the U.S. government, private sector, and academia.
8. Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisory Senior Policy Analyst for Economic and Trade Issues, the Executive Director, and Commissioners.

Conditions of employment

HIGHLY DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
(Not required, but may be considered in the selection process)

1. Experience in a Congressional or Executive Branch office, particularly with responsibilities for issues pertaining to China, Taiwan, or the Asia-Pacific Region.
2. Knowledge of the Chinese legal system and structure.
3. Experience living or working in China, Taiwan, or Hong Kong.
4. Ability to speak and read Mandarin Chinese, to include ability to effectively utilize sources of electronic and print information regarding China and Taiwan.

Qualifications

1. Proven and demonstrable experience and ability to present written and oral information clearly and concisely. Strong writing and editing skills are absolutely required.
2. Strong analytical and research skills, including demonstrable ability to accurately and thoroughly analyze data and make informed, critical judgments about issues.
3. Experience or expertise in economics, trade, and related areas of law as applicable to China, as well the economic and trade policies and goals of the United States, particularly regarding China, Taiwan, and the Asia-Pacific region.
4. Knowledge of China's trade policies and practices, and the organization and structure of the agencies of the governments of these jurisdictions with responsibilities for determining, supervising, and conducting trade policies and bilateral and multilateral trade relationships.
5. Knowledge of U.S. trade laws, regulations, and procedures; the World Trade Organization and its regulations and procedures; other multilateral economic organizations; and the missions, and activities of U.S. government agencies with responsibilities for conducting or supervising bilateral and multilateral trade and economic relations for the United States.
6. Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field, such as Economics, Law, International Relations, or Asian Studies.
7. Ability to effectively utilize sources of electronic and print information regarding China, Taiwan and the Asia-Pacific region.
8. Experience and ability to work effectively as a member of a team, including participation in collaborative research studies.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

The Commission will conduct internal evaluation based on applicants' qualifications, relevant experience, and writing sample. The Executive Director and appropriate staff will interview the top candidates. The Chairman and/or Vice Chairman will interview the final candidates. The final hiring decision will be made by the Executive Director.