Advocacy Fellow

Catholic Charities of Baltimore; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

Vacation/sick/holiday pay

403(b) Retirement Plan with employer</

Tuition advancement

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Catholic Charities of Baltimore seeks an Advocacy Fellow to support the Agency's Advocacy team with legislative and policy activities. The role involves planning Advocacy Day in Annapolis, tracking proposed legislation, and helping prepare a comprehensive Legislative Report.

The fellowship runs November 1, 2026 to April 30, 2026, with a Monday–Friday schedule and flexible hours, including hybrid work options.

Qualifications

• Graduate and/or Law student, or advanced undergrad with relevant experience.
• Experience or interest in law, government, or public policy.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Advocacy Day logistics in Annapolis, including RSVP management and venue coordination.
• Maintain and summarize legislative trackers; schedule meetings with legislators and staff.
• Assist in drafting end-of-session Legislative Report with accurate data.
• Draft end-of-session Legislative Report content with accuracy.
• Take detailed meeting notes and support Advocacy Workgroup items.

Skills

Discretion & professionalism

Effective communication

Prioritization & time management

Strong organizational skills

Legislative & policy familiarity

Outlook

MS Office

Education

Graduate and/or Law Student

Undergraduate student with experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook/Calendar software

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Salary: $22 per hour

Catholic Charities of Baltimore is seeking an Advocacy Fellow to support the Agency's Advocacy team with a range of legislative and policy-related activities. This position will assist in the planning and executing of the Agency's Advocacy Day in Annapolis, MD, monitoring and tracking proposed legislation during the Maryland General Assembly session, contributing to the development of a comprehensive Legislative Report at the close of session, and helping to support the activities of the Advocacy Workgroup. This fellowship offers a hands-on opportunity to engage directly with the Agency's Advocacy team and experience the legislative process up close.

The work schedule is Monday to Friday with flexible hours. The duration of the Fellowship is from November 1st, 2026, to April 30th, 2026.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate logistics for Advocacy Day in Annapolis, including securing the venue, managing invitations and RSVPs, arranging catering, and overseeing event registration, ensuring all components are executed on schedule and within budget.


• Assist advocacy staff during legislative session by maintaining up-to-date legislative tracker documents; reviewing and summarizing proposed legislation with accuracy; and scheduling meetings with legislators and/or staff; to facilitate timely engagement.


• Contribute to the preparation of the end-of-session Legislative Report by compiling accurate data, drafting content summaries, and ensuring all materials are submitted by established deadlines.


• Provide administrative support to the Advocacy Workgroup, including taking detailed meeting notes, helping prepare agendas and related documents in advance, and following up on assigned action items to ensure progress and accountability.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduate and/or Law Student, may consider undergraduate student based on experience.


• Academic focus reflects a demonstrated interest or experience in law, government, or public policy.


• Proven success working in a fast-paced environment to consistently meet tight deadlines.

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Commitment to pursuit of social justice initiatives and comfortable working on issues impacting underserved communities.


• Acts with discretion, tact, and professionalism in all situations, maintaining confidentiality and integrity.


• Effectively prioritizes tasks and delegates activities as appropriate to ensure optimal workflow and productivity.


• Demonstrates accountability by consistently being punctual and maintaining reliable attendance with an ability to work independently but knows when to ask questions and seek additional direction.


• Exhibits strong interpersonal skills with a courteous and professional demeanor towards staff, clients, and visitors.


• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills, ensuring clarity and effectiveness in all interactions.


• Displays excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.


• Possesses a foundational understanding of clerical procedures and systems, including managing Outlook calendars, email, and recordkeeping.


• Requires proficiency in using computer systems and software to perform job function, including but not limited to, basic Windows PC, web browsing (i.e., Chrome, Internet Explorer, etc.), and Microsoft Outlook. Knowledge of other Microsoft Office applications, such as Word, Excel PowerPoint, Teams, and OneDrive is preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Hybrid work options are available, contingent upon business needs and performance expectations in alignment with the Agency's policy.


• Flexibility may be required to work beyond standard hours, including weekends and holidays, as needed.


• Moving about to accomplish tasks or transitioning between different work sites, which may involve walking, standing, or traveling to various locations as required by the role.


• Remaining in a stationary position, which may involve standing or sitting for extended periods, as required to complete tasks or duties associated with the role.


• Repetitive motions involving the wrists, hands, and/or fingers, including tasks such as typing, data entry, or handling small objects. These repetitive activities may occur throughout the workday and require attention to ergonomics to ensure comfort and minimize strain.


• Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and completeness of assigned work to ensure it meets quality standards and adheres to established guidelines.


• Hearing and vision abilities, with or without correction, sufficient to drive safely and effectively observe and communicate with others.

We offer a wide range of benefits to meet the ever-changing needs of our employees including but not limited to:

• Health/Dental/Vision


• Vacation/sick/holiday pay


• 403(b) Retirement Plan with a discretionary employer contribution


• Tuition advancement


• Paid Parental Leave

Join Catholic Charities of Baltimore where you will be an important member of a trauma-informed care organization that promotes a culture of safety, empowerment, healing, and self-care, and that believes that every person has infinite worth and promise.

Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer