US Policy & Civilian Harm Advocate

Center for Civilians in Conflict; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life & disability insurance

Flexible leave

Retirement plan match

Job summary

Center for Civilians in Conflict (CIVIC) seeks an US Advocacy Advisor in Washington, DC, for a hybrid role combining advocacy, research, and cross-organizational coordination. You will lead projects on US use of force, security cooperation, and civilian harm, engaging in direct advocacy and coalition-building with diverse stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has strong policy experience, excellent written and verbal communication, and the ability to manage multiple initiatives while representing

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in law, international affairs, human rights, or related field plus 5+ years in policy advocacy or humanitarian affairs.
• Strong knowledge of US foreign and national security policy and international law.
• Experience engaging with US government officials (Executive, Congress) to advance advocacy goals.
• Experience with civil society advocacy on US foreign policy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct policy and legal research; draft reports, briefs, and advocacy products.
• Advocate to and educate US government officials on civilian protection and security cooperation.
• Lead or coordinate civil society coalitions to achieve program objectives.
• Review CIVIC US and coalition products for policy and legal alignment.
• Represent CIVIC at external events and in media appearances.

Skills

Policy advocacy

Research methods

Written communication

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Education

MA/MS or JD degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Center for Civilians in Conflict (CIVIC) seeks an US Advocacy Advisor in Washington, DC, for a hybrid role combining advocacy, research, and cross-organizational coordination. You will lead projects on US use of force, security cooperation, and civilian harm, engaging in direct advocacy and coalition-building with diverse stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has strong policy experience, excellent written and verbal communication, and the ability to manage multiple initiatives while representing