Policy Paper: Fairly Trading the World's Timber .jpg)
Reducing timber loss through responsible management of the world’s forest stock has the power to reduce poverty, conflict, and greenhouse gases. This policy paper details efforts to date and provides comprehensive proposals for much needed action.
Age of Greed
WPI Senior Fellow Jeff Madrick describes the history of how greed has bred America’s economic ills over the last forty years, and of the men most responsible for them. He recounts the single-minded pursuit of huge personal wealth that has been on the rise in the United States since the 1970s, led by a few individuals who have argued that self-interest guides society more effectively than community concerns.
Employment Opportunities
[POSITION FILLED JULY 18, 2011. Thank you for your interest.] June 2011 - World Policy Journal is seeking a managing editor. The successful candidate will be comfortable working with writers from around the world and shaping in detail long-form magazine pieces up to 5,000 words. He or she should have a good sense of how the world works, with a compelling interest in and broad understanding of international affairs. The managing editor should also be comfortable helping to recruit authors and set the direction of the magazine’s blog and website, working with talented interns and managing the workflow of the quarterly magazine. Strong structural, line, and copy editing skills are essential, as are grace under deadline pressure and ability to work as part of a team. InDesign skills are an added advantage.
The managing editor will report to the Editor of World Policy Journal, David A. Andelman. Salary is commensurate with experience and competitive with peer organizations. Benefits include generous vacation time,health/dental, 401K, and flexible spending account. The World Policy Institute is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse workplace and to supporting our staff with ongoing career development opportunities.
To apply send andelman@worldpolicy.org a resume/CV with a cover note (the note should be in the body of your email) briefly explaining your interest and summarizing your qualifications.
No phone calls please.
We are looking to move very quickly on this appointment.
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