Religious Freedom Analyst

Cayuse Holdings; Washington (District of Columbia); Vor Ort; USD 70.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Zusammenfassung

Cayuse Holdings seeks a Religious Freedom Analyst II to monitor global developments in religious freedom and support embassy and bureau policy responses. The role involves researching sources, drafting documents, and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.

Travel to assigned countries, contribute to annual reports, and assist in data entry and briefing officials on evolving religious freedom issues.

Qualifikationen

• Familiarity with policy research and analysis in international relations/affairs.
• Knowledge of laws, rules, policies, and regulations regarding human rights and religious freedom.
• Knowledge of research and analytical methods to validate, evaluate and interpret information obtained from a variety of sources.
• Familiarity with various religious traditions and dynamics.
• Secret Clearance is required.
• Must be able to pass a background check.

Aufgaben

• Reviewing information from media sources, non-government organizations and civil society (including religious groups), privately provided information, and classified reporting channels.
• Travels periodically to assigned countries/regions in support of Ambassador at Large, Senior Official, or other members of Office leadership, or for purposes of information gathering and country conditions monitoring.
• Help compile and contribute information to the annual International Religious Freedom Report.
• Help compile and contribute information to other related reports.
• Prepare information for entry into relevant computer systems and to inform policy determinations and to inform decisions regarding statutory visa ineligibility.
• Briefing officials on the implications of such developments.
• Drafting and editing written products related to the state of religious freedom and related rights.
• Providing periodic oral briefings for Department officials on these topics.
• Responding to specific requests for information on religious freedom from within the Department and other government agencies.
• Help compile project results, develop strategic plans for outreach and engagement and assist in their implementation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Kenntnisse

Policy research

International relations

Rights advocacy

MS Office

Secret clearance

English communication

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

The Work

The Religious Freedom Analyst II will provide support services to advance the client’s mission by actively monitoring global developments in religious freedom. This role includes developing strategies, initiatives, and policy responses tailored to assist embassies and other bureaus in effectively addressing these developments. Core responsibilities encompass the review of unclassified and classified information sources, conducting research, drafting documents, managing data entry within appropriate computer systems, facilitating verbal and written communications, and engaging with relevant stakeholders both internal and external.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Reviewing information from media sources, non-government organizations and civil society (including religious groups), privately provided information, and classified reporting channels.
• Travels periodically to assigned countries/regions in support of Ambassador at Large, Senior Official, or other members of Office leadership, or for purposes of information gathering and country conditions monitoring.
• Help compile and contribute information to the annual International Religious Freedom Report.
• Help compile and contribute information to other related reports.
• Prepare information for entry into relevant computer systems and to inform policy determinations and to inform decisions regarding statutory visa ineligibility.
• Briefing officials on the implications of such developments.
• Drafting and editing written products related to the state of religious freedom and related rights.
• Providing periodic oral briefings for Department officials on these topics.
• Responding to specific requests for information on religious freedom from within the Department and other government agencies.
• Help compile project results, develop strategic plans for outreach and engagement and assist in their implementation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications – Here’s What You Need

• Familiarity with policy research and analysis in international relations/affairs, including policy issues, principles, concepts and methods related to rights advocacy.
• Knowledge of laws, rules, policies, and regulations regarding human rights and religious freedom.
• Knowledge of research and analytical methods to validate, evaluate and interpret information obtained from a variety of sources.
• Familiarity with various religious traditions and dynamics.
• Secret Clerance is required.
• Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.

Minimum Skills:

• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate in a clear, professional, and articulate manner.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high-level attention to detail.
• Proven ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast past environment with changing priorities; adaptable to change and a quick learner.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work well independently as well as on a multi-functional team.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately
• Proficient in MS Office, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English to prepare and present
• Strong analysis and research skills to provide recommendations and technical advice and to participate in meetings and discussions.

Our Commitment to you / overview of benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Wellness Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
• Voluntary Life and AD&D options
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
• Paid Time Off

Reports to: Program Manager

Working Conditions

• Professional office environment, with the ability to work onsite in the main office.
• Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.
• Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.
• Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time looking at computer screen.

• May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.
• May be asked to travel for business or professional development purposes.
• May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state, or local law.