Hybrid Policy Fellow - Public Policy & Advocacy

AFSC job board; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybride; USD 48 000 - 58 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The American Friends Service Committee (AFSC) is a Quaker organization located in Washington, DC, promoting lasting peace with justice. The David Paul Policy Fellow supports AFSC’s public policy and advocacy work, applying academic, community-based, and professional knowledge to analyze developments, produce advocacy materials, and engage policymakers and coalitions.

The fellowship offers opportunities for learning and professional development in policy and advocacy, with hybrid in-office

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Political Science or related field.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant policy, advocacy, or research experience.
• Ability to research and analyze policy issues and synthesize information from multiple sources.
• Available to work evenings/weekends and travel as required.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and related technology.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines in a high-volume environment.
• Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and to Quaker values.

Responsabilités

• Support thematic policy staff to advance AFSC’s policy goals and strategic plan.
• Gather, analyze, and share information from hearings, coalitions, and other sources.
• Draft communications and advocacy materials for policymakers and advocates.
• Schedule and participate in congressional and agency meetings with staff and visiting experts.
• Coordinate advocacy days, briefings, trainings, webinars, and events.
• Expand AFSC’s social media engagement on policy issues.

Connaissances

Policy research

Advocacy

Policy analysis

Written communications

Public policy

Stakeholder engagement

Team collaboration

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Political Science

Equivalent education/experience

Outils

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

The American Friends Service Committee (AFSC) is a Quaker organization located in Washington, DC, promoting lasting peace with justice. The David Paul Policy Fellow supports AFSC’s public policy and advocacy work, applying academic, community-based, and professional knowledge to analyze developments, produce advocacy materials, and engage policymakers and coalitions.

The fellowship offers opportunities for learning and professional development in policy and advocacy, with hybrid in-office