Senior Policy Counsel - Open Internet Advocate (Remote)

publicknowledge; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 100,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Knowledge seeks a Senior Policy Counsel/Analyst to research, analyze, and formulate policy positions on open internet, broadband access, affordability, and adoption. The role involves developing advocacy strategies, educating policymakers, and building coalitions within the public interest tech space.

Based in Washington, DC, or remote within the United States, the candidate will interact with federal agencies, Congress, and industry stakeholders to advance PK's policy priorities.

Qualifications

• Five+ years of policy-related experience in civil society, Capitol Hill, or federal agencies.
• Law degree or other graduate degree is a plus.
• Experience conducting legislative or issue advocacy and building partnerships with diverse organizations.
• Ability to research, analyze, and clearly communicate policy positions.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.; no visa sponsorship available.

Responsibilities

• Research, analyze, and recommend policy positions on open internet and broadband access.
• Develop advocacy strategies and educate policymakers and the public interest sector.
• Lead coalitions with stakeholder groups to support policy goals.
• Build relationships with policymakers across agencies and government bodies.
• Prepare witnesses for congressional testimony and develop advocacy materials.
• Represent Public Knowledge at events, panels, and media as a policy expert.

Skills

Policy analysis

Public policy

Advocacy

Stakeholder outreach

Communication skills

Coalition leadership

Open internet policy

Regulatory understanding

Education

Law degree

Graduate degree

Job description

Public Knowledge seeks a Senior Policy Counsel/Analyst to research, analyze, and formulate policy positions on open internet, broadband access, affordability, and adoption. The role involves developing advocacy strategies, educating policymakers, and building coalitions within the public interest tech space.

Based in Washington, DC, or remote within the United States, the candidate will interact with federal agencies, Congress, and industry stakeholders to advance PK's policy priorities.