Global Refugee Policy Analyst

U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) invites applications for a Policy Analyst in Arlington, VA. This in-person role supports global advocacy by researching issues, drafting issue papers, and briefing policymakers.

You will work with the Associate Director of Global Advocacy and Communications, travel for field research, and help shape USCRI's policy positions and external messaging.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum five years of professional immigration or human rights experience.
• Strong writing, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Write issue papers, reports, and advocacy materials.
• Conduct research, including travel to assess conditions.
• Make presentations and provide briefings.
• Chart the organization’s policy and advocacy direction.
• Collaborate with communications to support external messaging.
• Represent USCRI at advocacy meetings with officials and organizations.
• Assist in fundraising activities to support field research and advocacy.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Analytical thinking

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Research

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Travel ability

Language skills preferred

Education

Undergraduate degree required

Master's degree or JD preferred

Job description

The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) invites applications for a Policy Analyst in Arlington, VA. This in-person role supports global advocacy by researching issues, drafting issue papers, and briefing policymakers.

You will work with the Associate Director of Global Advocacy and Communications, travel for field research, and help shape USCRI's policy positions and external messaging.