Cato Institute

Administration

• Perform advanced administrative duties as required to support the Vice President for International Studies and the Isaiah Berlin Chair in Liberal Thought.
• Manage online approval systems for expenses, reimbursement, and travel.
• Coordinate and organize meetings with internal and external parties by preparing materials and presentations, reserving space, and obtaining necessary resources.
• Maintain standard operating practices, share company policy updates, and serve as a subject matter expert and valuable resource for the department.
• Coordinate with the team to facilitate the digital and physical distribution of Cato materials, both internally and externally (e.g., books, mailers, newsletters, etc.).
• Train new staff in the essential functions of the department and manage interns.
• Work with existing staff to ensure Cato-wide coordination of the Institute’s efforts.
• Support department colleagues and perform additional duties as assigned.
• Provide expert support to the department by formatting, editing, and fact-checking manuscripts to ensure high-quality standards.
• Develop impactful messaging and materials to maximize the impact of the scholar’s work and communicate the department's objectives to internal and external stakeholders.
• Plan and execute events (policy forums, Hill briefings, book forums, conferences, policy salons) by collaborating with the Conference and the Government’s Affairs teams.
• Conduct extensive research and in-depth analysis to support the department scholars, ensuring relevance, accuracy, and actionable insights.
• Oversee and contribute to social media accounts and newsletter distributions.
• Track and contribute to the department’s output, including studies, articles, op-eds, blog posts, media appearances (broadcast, podcast), etc.
• English to Spanish translation.

Program Administrator – International Studies

Director

• Build and maintain relationships with policymakers on Capitol Hill, with a special emphasis on the House and Senate Judiciary and Commerce Committees, and within the Executive Branch.
• Identify, create, and assist with opportunities for Cato scholars to provide testimonies, statements for the record, and other high-impact opportunities.
• Track and advise Cato scholars and staff on ongoing and emerging dynamics on Capitol Hill and within the Administration to ensure Cato’s maximum impact on policy.
• Devise, recommend, and execute engagement strategies (in coordination with relevant Cato policy staff) for the issue portfolio to positively influence the policy debate.
• Oversee distribution of Cato scholarship to Capitol Hill and Administration audiences.
• Work with existing federal affairs staff to ensure Cato-wide coordination of the Institute’s efforts.
• Exercise exceptional judgment to protect and enhance Cato’s reputation for excellence, integrity, and dedication to principle.

Director of Government Affairs

• Build and maintain relationships with policymakers on Capitol Hill, with a special emphasis on the House and Senate Committees on Armed Services and Foreign Relations/Affairs, and within the Executive Branch.
• Identify, create, and assist with opportunities for Cato scholars to provide testimonies, statements for the record, and other high-impact opportunities.
• Track and advise Cato scholars and staff on ongoing and emerging dynamics on Capitol Hill and within the Administration to ensure Cato’s maximum impact on policy.
• Devise, recommend, and execute engagement strategies (in coordination with relevant Cato policy staff) for the issue portfolio to positively influence the policy debate.
• Oversee distribution of Cato scholarship to Capitol Hill and Administration audiences.
• Work with existing federal affairs staff to ensure Cato-wide coordination of the Institute’s efforts.
• Exercise exceptional judgment to protect and enhance Cato’s reputation for excellence, integrity, and dedication to principle.

Director of Government Affairs – International

Research Analyst

• Support the research of scholars at Cato’s Center for Trade Policy Studies, as needed.
• Conduct general research and data analysis.
• Help draft short- and long-form research products using original findings and peer-reviewed academic research.
• Edit, fact-check, and/or review various research products.
• Occasionally co-author blog posts, policy analyses, working papers, peer-reviewed academic papers, and other empirical work.
• Manage the center’s social media accounts and email newsletters.
• Support the team’s administrative and organizational needs and collaborate with other Cato departments as needed.
• Occasionally attend meetings, briefings, and other events in Washington, DC, and support scholars and other Cato Institute staff in promoting Cato’s work and message.

Research Associate – Trade Policy

• Lead and develop a high-performing, collaborative, hybrid, and full-time remote team supporting infrastructure, user support, CRM, and enterprise applications.
• Set clear, measurable objectives for individuals and the team, aligning them with broader organizational goals.
• Foster a culture of trust, accountability, and continuous improvement by modeling integrity, curiosity, and a service-oriented mindset.
• Provide regular coaching, mentorship, and career development opportunities to nurture team growth and retain top talent.
• Act as a liaison between technical staff and non-technical departments, translating needs and solutions in accessible, collaborative ways.
• Manage Cato’s Microsoft-centric IT environment, including Office 365, Azure Active Directory, Teams, and SharePoint.
• Lead IT budgeting, procurement, and vendor contract negotiations.
• Provide oversight for the Salesforce Nonprofit Cloud ecosystem.

Senior Director of Enterprise IT

Administrative Assistant

• Provides administrative, operational, and clerical support to department staff.
• Manages online approval systems for expenses, reimbursements, and travel.
• Coordinates with department leadership and Cato’s legal team to manage work contracts.
• Coordinates and stages meetings and programming events, including scheduling with both internal and external parties, reserving space, and coordinating/obtaining catering if needed.
• Updates standard operating procedures, data records, and file structures.
• Coordinates with the team to facilitate the digital and physical procurement and distribution of Educational Initiatives materials, both internally and externally (i.e., books, mailers, merchandise, etc.).
• Supports department colleagues and performs additional duties as assigned.

Program Administrator – International Studies

Director of Government Affairs

Director of Government Affairs – International

Research Associate – Trade Policy

Senior Director of Enterprise IT

Administrative Assistant – Educational Initiatives