International Relations Consultant (U.S)

Remote Opportunity: International Relations Consultant (U.S)
Organization: RIPS (Japan-based)
RIPS is expanding its global advisory network and is seeking experienced, United States-based professionals to collaborate on long-term, project-based consulting engagements. We are looking for domain specialists capable of contextualizing complex international developments and translating high-level policy discourse into structured, evidence-based strategic assessments.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Forecasting & Event Analysis: Monitor, assess, and interpret major international developments, multilateral diplomacy, and shifting global alignments, evaluating their impact on U.S. strategic posture and key international partners.
Institutional Research & Qualitative Sourcing: Leverage established professional networks across domestic research institutes, policy bodies, and academic centers to secure first-hand, research-driven insights and track emerging debates.
Analytical Deliverables: Produce structured, forward-looking briefings, executive memos, and analytical reports focused on foreign policy dynamics, geoeconomics, and regional stability.
Policy Environment Tracking: Follow shifting public-sector priorities, regulatory trends, and institutional deliberations to deliver timely context on strategic decision-making environments.
Candidate Profile
Subject-Matter Expertise: Proven background in international affairs, national security studies, foreign policy analysis, or political risk.
Global Event Acumen: Demonstrated capability to evaluate breaking global events rapidly and identify downstream strategic, economic, and institutional implications.
Institutional Access & Sourcing: Well-developed professional channels within research institutions, think tanks, and consultative bodies, enabling access to high-credibility, first-hand perspectives.
Public-Sector Ecosystem Familiarity: Strong working knowledge of institutional frameworks, policy development processes, and public-affairs dynamics, coupled with a commitment to strict analytical objectivity and professional discretion.
Professional Rigor: Ability to operate independently in a remote capacity, producing publication-grade assessments tailored to institutional decision-makers.
Location: Must be based in the United States.
Engagement Details
Model: 100% Remote | Part-time, project-based
Structure: Long-term consulting roster with flexible, assignment-driven timelines
Compensation: Competitive rates structured around project scope, depth, and turnaround
Confidentiality: All research engagements are conducted under formal institutional non-disclosure and compliance frameworks
How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit:
A concise overview of your background and core analytical competencies.
A summary of your primary research areas and institutional domain exposure.
1–2 recent writing samples, published analyses, or non-sensitive policy memos.
Note: This call is restricted to experienced analysts and established domain specialists based in the U.S. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly.

Work arrangement
Yes