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Who We Are: The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, a 501(c)(4) organization, is the premier coalition of more than 240 organizations that promotes and protects civil and human rights in America. The Leadership Conference has coordinated national lobbying efforts on behalf of every major civil rights law since 1957. To learn more about The Leadership Conference, please visit ******************** The Leadership Conference Education Fund, a 501(c)(3) organization, builds public will for federal policies that promote and protect civil and human rights in the US. Founded in 1969 as the education and research arm of The Leadership Conference, the Education Fund's campaigns empower advocates to push for progressive change in the US. To learn more about the Education Fund, please visit *********************************** About the Role: We are seeking a Sr. Communications Associate to join our Communications department. The ideal candidate is passionate about civil and human rights and will have extensive experience writing and editing print and digital media content for advocacy communication campaigns and issues that drive The Leadership Conference's mission. This position will report to the VP, Communications, and is part of the collective bargaining unit. What you will do: Serve as the primary point of contact for email inquiries from journalists, stakeholders, and the public. Assist with creating social media content and monitoring discussion on social media posts. Create and maintain press lists and coalition communications lists. Quality control and distributing basic communications materials, including news releases, backgrounders, fact sheets, newsletter content, statements, and other press materials. Conduct research to stay updated on industry trends and best practices, collaborating with staff members to gather information for different projects. Supporting event planning for internal and external media events and briefings. Monitor and compile clippings of daily media coverage and hearings to report media coverage to the team. Provide operational support and administrative duties for the department, such as preparing regular reports/trackers, maintaining online file databases, scheduling meetings, compiling notes, developing presentations, processing invoices, and supporting the VP, Communications in managing budgets. Perform other duties as assigned. What you will bring: A minimum of 5 years of political communications experience, familiarity with the news industry, and news cycle is a plus. Experience with communication tools, including but not limited to Meltwater, MuckRack, Asana, Salesforce, Hootsuite, and AI tools. Proven commitment to civil and human rights with a passion for the issues represented by The Leadership Conference. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with attention to detail, familiarity with AP Style is a plus. Ability to prioritize and manage time. Comfortable asking questions and adopting a proactive, client-oriented approach. Self-directed to take action and resolve issues. Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Strong interpersonal skills and collegial working style. What We Offer : The Leadership Conference offers its employees a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, and generous personal leave and vacation time. Staff can also take advantage of Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and a retirement savings account. Salary Range - $81,216 - $99,834 To apply, please visit our Career Center and submit your resume and cover letter. Cover letters are required and should be attached. Telework Policy: The Telework Policy is implemented in three phases. The first phase, as of September 1, 2025; staff members will be required to work in-person from the office at least two days per month. The second phase begins January 1, 2026; staff members will be required to work in-person from the office at least one day per week. The final phase begins April 1, 2026; staff members will be required to work in-person from the office at least two days per week. All positions are subject to the telework policy summarized above. (A more detailed description of the telework policy - to include how in-office workdays are to be scheduled - is available upon request from People & Culture). Please note staff members are exempt from working in-person if they have received medical accommodation or their position is designated as temporarily or permanently remote. Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace The Leadership Conference and The Education Fund are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.

The Program Assistant is responsible for supporting the work of the Task Force Program, which convenes high-level bipartisan Task Forces and produces and distributes consensus research reports addressing U.S. foreign policy challenges This role will primarily be onsite in CFR's Washington, DC office. The major responsibilities of this position will include (but are not limited to): Assist with the development, convening, research, editing, marketing, distribution, and outreach for each Task Force, Assist with logistics for Task Force meetings, including scheduling, drafting invitations, sending and monitoring event invitations, making catering arrangements, and conducting follow-up, Support the research, editing, and publication process for Task Force report drafts, Research and identify experts for consideration for Task Force membership or consultation during the research process, Communicate professionally with Task Force chairs and members by phone, email, and in person, Plan research trips, including arranging travel, building itineraries, and preparing briefing documents, Draft internal and external correspondence and documents, such as weekly reports, board updates, and responses to general inquiries, Monitor news and events related to Task Force topics, Track the impact of the report among policymakers, stakeholders, and the public, Support cross-departmental coordination with the Communications, Digital, Audience Strategy, and Publications teams to ensure on-time and successful delivery of the Task Force report and related promotional assets, Assist with administrative duties as needed for departmental functions. Qualifications Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in international relations or a related field with high academic achievement, One year of related experience/internship experience, with some event planning or project management experience, preferred. Related Skills & Other Requirements Strong research skills, Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including proofreading and editing ability, Proactive and resourceful mindset with excellent planning, organizational, problem-solving, and leadership skills, Knowledge of current foreign policy issues, ongoing debates, and structures of U.S. and international policymaking, Ability to work both independently and with a team, Strong computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and database management, Ability to work flexible hours as needed. Required Application Materials Please submit a résumé and cover letter stating your interest in the position. Compensation and Benefits The full-time annual compensation range for this position is $55,000-$58,000, depending on experience. In addition to competitive salaries, CFR provides employees with an outstanding benefits package. About CFR The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is committed to fostering a foreign policy community in the United States that is more representative of American society, recognizing that diverse backgrounds and perspectives contribute to broader, more informed participation in the foreign policy debate and lead to an enhanced understanding of the world and the United States' role therein. To that end, CFR is dedicated to continuing to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout its work and workplace by building a more diverse membership and staff, producing and dispensing thoughtful analysis on a broad range of foreign policy issues, and developing relevant, wide-reaching programming that also serves to expand the foreign policy talent pipeline to underrepresented populations.

Who We Are Peace is our commitment. The United States Institute of Peace represents the American people's shared values and commitment to peace worldwide. We know that Peace is Security - it advances both U.S. and international security by preventing, managing, and mitigating violent conflict. We are an independent, non-partisan institution and are actively engaged with peacebuilding efforts worldwide. Together we tackle the most challenging problems and hold fast to the possibility of a more peaceful world. To learn more about USIP programs and job openings, go to *********************************** If you have a passion for making the world a better place and want to have a front-row seat on the world stage, USIP is the place for you. BRIEF The Higher Education Engagement (HEE) team is hiring a research assistant (RA) to support its work within USIP's Civic Engagement and Scholarship (CES) Unit. HEE programmatic work is grounded in USIP's role as a public institution and its congressional mandate to serve as a resource for the American public. HEE compliments the longstanding work of Public Engagement and Scholastic Competitions by focusing on the higher education community of colleges, universities, and higher education associations. HEE seeks to enhance awareness within the higher education community about the Institute's resources for research, programming, and training. Pay: $17.50 - $18.50 Work schedule: 20 Hours/Week Expected Start Date: November 2024 MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Conduct research in support of the team's outreach to diverse domestic audiences, including identifying avenues for reaching new audiences and expanding USIP's contacts and relationships across the U.S. Support existing HEE initiatives, including programs for professors and university students, onsite engagements at USIP's headquarters, and overall expansion of HEE's work. Provide support for the team's work to track contacts and relationships across the country, including updating databases and mapping connections. Assist in HEE's research initiative exploring how public institutions work alongside higher education institutions in the promotion and development of global peace. Perform other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Excellent written communication skills - the ability to prepare drafts quickly, and to write in an accessible way for non-expert audiences. Strong research skills - the ability to find information quickly, to analyze based on guidance and priorities, and to summarize and synthesize findings in useful formats. Strong interpersonal skills, including good humor and sound judgement. Prior experience creating content on social media (LinkedIn) is preferred. Experience with databases that track contacts and relationships is highly desirable; experience with Salesforce is especially useful. Previous work experience in a fast-paced office environment is required. Candidates must be a current, full-time Undergraduate or Masters student studying higher education, international and comparative education, public policy, communications, peace and justice, conflict resolution, international relations, or another related subject. Although USIP's Research Assistant program is administered through the Consortium of Universities in the Washington Metropolitan area, any full-time university student based in the U.S. is eligible for these positions. All USIP contract and employee positions are contingent upon the favorable completion of a suitability background investigation. Compensation is commensurate with qualifications and experience. HOW TO APPLY: To be considered for this position, please submit a complete application package consisting of: Completed employment application. Cover letter Resume Writing Sample For questions about this position, please email ********************. Do not send resumes or attachments to this email address. Only those applicants that are selected for further discussions will be contacted. No Phone Calls. Interviews will be scheduled by appointment only. USIP is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy and practice of USIP to offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, age, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, political affiliations or belief, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law. Learn More About USIP (click here)

Who We Are Peace is our commitment. The United States Institute of Peace represents the American people's shared values and commitment to peace worldwide. We know that Peace is Security - it advances both U.S. and international security by preventing, managing, and mitigating violent conflict. We are an independent, non-partisan institution and are actively engaged with peacebuilding efforts worldwide. Together we tackle the most challenging problems and hold fast to the possibility of a more peaceful world. To learn more about USIP programs and job openings, go to *********************************** If you have a passion for making the world a better place and want to have a front-row seat on the world stage, USIP is the place for you. Summary The full-time Personal Services Contractor will provide Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) support to the El Salvador Team Lead including: coordination and collaboration with =project staff, key stakeholders, and USIP's Learning, Evaluation, and Research (LER) team to collect and compile the project's performance indicators; store, manage, analyze, and present written reports on results and lessons learned; oversee the Learning component including the creation of learning tools; and the development of communications materials to disseminate this learning within and outside USIP. This is a full-time term host country Personal Services Contractor position, that based in San Salvador, El Salvador This is a Personal Services Contractor (PSC) position for a host-country national in Latin America. The contract can be renewed pending good performance, funding, and business needs. In March 2024, USIP's Latin America Program (LAP) launched the “Fostering Citizen Support for the Rule of Law” project in San Salvador, El Salvador under an Inter-Agency Agreement (IAA) with the United States Department of State - Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs- for a period of three years to increase public support for the rule of law by building stakeholder networks, facilitating dialogues between citizens and authorities, engaging the public on rule of law issues, and equipping local youth with peacebuilding and leadership skills. The project will work in three municipalities and activities will include: community characterization studies, capacity-building exercises with community, international exchanges to learn best practices, dialogues between coalitions of civil society and local authorities, support for small youth and community-led projects, peacebuilding and dialogue trainings for youth, mentoring activities for youth, and youth-led dialogues within communities. Responsibilities Monitoring and Evaluating: In consultation with the team, develop and maintain a Project Monitoring Plan (PMP) which includes data to be collected and frequency of measurement. It will also consider inputs from the baseline survey and initial characterization studies of each municipality. Support the development of effective mechanisms to monitor progress and impact of activities, including through surveys, interviews, and focus groups, that are appropriately tailored to the needs and context of direct and indirect beneficiaries of the project. Establish and implement a data collection methodology/process to enable the systematic collection, management, and reporting of data against the performance indicators in the Change Map. Develop all the required data collection instruments and tools for surveys needed to collect data on output and outcome level program indicators. In collaboration with Project Officers and Municipal Coordinators, coordinate with USIP partners to ensure that their MEL efforts align with USIP's MEL objectives. This includes hands-on support to new partners to clarify USIP MEL expectations and objectives. Provide ongoing support to USIP partner organizations to ensure MEL data is collected and shared with USIP program staff for program tracking and reporting purposes. This could include fielding questions from partners, helping them develop data collection tools, or providing training support. Work closely with staff to develop evaluations of all activities and ensure their timely execution. Ensure that all indicators are accurately tracked and measured, and different MEL tools (Change Map and PMP) are up-to-date and disseminated in a timely manner. Contribute to analysis of MEL data, including contributing to the drafting of monitoring reports. Systematizes all results in a timely manner. Learning, Research and Report Writing: Coordinate research initiatives implemented by USIP contractors and team, including compiling, verifying and analyzing data provided by key stakeholders. Ensure compliance with Institutional Review Board (IRB) processes, when necessary. Coordinate and review teams' inputs to the Change Map and PMP, as well as any other internal reports on project progress. Write detailed baseline, midpoint, and endline reports including graphics on indicators and suggestions for modifications and improvements. Support the development graphic and written summaries of survey information which evaluate key indicators working closely with Home Office technical staff. Maintain a repository of project lessons learned, offering strategic recommendations on ways to improve impact, and disseminates during key team meetings. Support the writing and editing needs of the El Salvador project, including proofreading documents for diverse audiences including local governments, citizens, and international donors. Spearhead communications materials such as project factsheets, presentation PowerPoints, and success stories ensuring learning components are always present and tailored to the right audience. Performs Other Duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in communications, statistics, economics, development, sociology, peacebuilding or related field required. Four (4) or more years of relevant work experience, with at least two years of experience in Monitoring and Evaluation. Experience in the collection and analysis of quantitative and qualitative data. Experience in qualitative research principles, tools and techniques with specific experience in participatory qualitative methodologies. Demonstrated experience in report writing in an international donor context. Ability to engage and coordinate with staff across teams, as well as, to develop the capacity of others on MEL. Strong critical thinking and analytical skills. Excellent writing and communications skills, as well as cross-cultural skills and the ability to tailor work to multiple audiences. Independent worker and self-starter. Knowledge of peacebuilding and culture of lawfulness theories and programs is a plus. Advanced English as well as proficient Spanish language is required. Ability to travel overnight to the municipalities where the project will work. Advanced skills in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Microsoft 354 suite a must. Preferably the candidate will be well versed with Power BI as a tool for mapping and reporting. Salvadorian Citizenship or ability to work legally in country without sponsorship. All USIP contract and employee positions are contingent upon the favorable completion of a suitability background investigation. HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this position, please submit a complete application package consisting of: 1.  Completed employment application including titles, dates of hire, and salary requirements. 2.  Cover letter 3.  Resume Only those applicants that are selected for further discussions will be contacted. 

Who We Are: The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, a 501(c)(4) organization, is the premier coalition of more than 240 organizations that promotes and protects civil and human rights in America. The Leadership Conference has coordinated national lobbying efforts on behalf of every major civil rights law since 1957. To learn more about The Leadership Conference, please visit ******************** The Leadership Conference Education Fund, a 501(c)(3) organization, builds public will for federal policies that promote and protect civil and human rights in the US. Founded in 1969 as the education and research arm of The Leadership Conference, the Education Fund's campaigns empower advocates to push for progressive change in the US. To learn more about the Education Fund, please visit *********************************** About the Role: We seek a Sr. Counsel, Advocacy to advance civil rights and social justice policy for the nation. This position works in collaboration with interdepartmental disciplinary teams and with national coalition partners to formulate, coordinate, and lead legislative and agency strategies to pursue transformative policy change to further civil rights. This position will report to the VP, Advocacy and is part of the collective bargaining unit. What you will do: Coordinate the development of strategy on advocacy and policy for priority issues of The Leadership Conference Develop relationships with congressional staff to expand the reach and influence of The Leadership Conference Research and draft legal memoranda on federal bills and proposed administrative rules and regulations affecting priority issues of The Leadership Conference Convene and preside at meetings of civil and human rights organizations to address timely public policy issues and reach consensus on priority issues Represent The Leadership Conference at workshops, conferences, and in the media Assist in the development of informational materials, including reports, press releases, statements, and related materials, to educate policymakers, the press, and the public on coalition priority issues Willingness to spend at least 20% of their time lobbying the federal government, which requires registration as a federal lobbyist as defined under the Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) and compliance with quarterly reporting requirements Perform other duties as assigned What you will bring: Proven commitment to civil and human rights with a passion for the issues represented by The Leadership Conference Minimum of 7 years of public policy and advocacy experience; and Capitol Hill or related nonprofit experience is preferred A Juris Doctorate or related Master's or advanced degree is preferred An understanding of law, public policy issues, and the strategies and tools needed to achieve policy change using legislative, administrative, and regulatory processes Ability to build relationships and capacity among a diverse set of coalition partners to work collaboratively and independently within a broad cross-section of organizations Strong commitment to civil and human rights and social justice issues with an ability to work strategically and effectively across disciplines Excellent verbal and written communication skills with attention to detail What We Offer : The Leadership Conference offers its employees a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, and generous personal leave and vacation time. Staff can also take advantage of Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and a retirement savings account. Salary Range - $113,661 - $149,133 To apply, please visit our Career Center and submit your resume and cover letter. Cover letters are required and should be attached. Telework Policy: The Telework Policy is implemented in three phases. The first phase, as of September 1, 2025; staff members are required to work in-person from the office at least two days per month. The second phase begins January 1, 2026; staff members will be required to work in-person from the office at least one day per week. The final phase begins April 1, 2026; staff members will be required to work in-person from the office at least two days per week. All positions are subject to the telework policy summarized above. (A more detailed description of the telework policy - to include how in-office workdays are to be scheduled - is available upon request from People & Culture). Please note staff members are exempt from working in-person if they have received medical accommodation or their position is designated as temporarily or permanently remote. Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace The Leadership Conference and The Education Fund are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.

Country Investment Manager GROUP: Agriculture, Resilience and Water REPORTS TO: Regional Investment Director Winrock International works with people around the world to empower the disadvantaged, increase economic opportunities, and sustain natural resources. Winrock is seeking a Country Investment Manager for a multi-country program that will facilitate the growth of a competitive market system for raw cashew processing that optimizes revenues across all segments of the processing chain and fosters equitable and sustainable employment opportunities for young women and men. Working with processors and empowered service-driven producer organizations and networks, the program will facilitate investment in production, processing, market access, and supporting services needed for the sector to capitalize on the market push created by favorable global market trends and improvements to local systems over the last 15 years. In support of this objective, the program will manage a $23 million catalytic fund that will be strategically invested in the sector. The program focus countries are Guinea Bissau, Senegal, and Cote d'Ivoire. POSITION SUMMARY: The Country Investment Manager will lead WEECAP's efforts to expand and improve access to finance for women and youth engaged in the cashew value chain. This includes contributing to the design and execution of strategies that unlock capital through catalytic funding, blended finance, financial product innovation, and partnerships with financial institutions. The role focuses on addressing systemic barriers to financial inclusion and facilitating scalable investment models that strengthen enterprise viability and resilience. The Country Investment Manager will work with entrepreneurs, producer groups, processors, financial institutions, and investors to expand access to financial services required to optimize cashew sector productivity, growth, and catalyze employment for young women and men in Guinea Bissau. The Country Investment Manager will be responsible for building diverse pipeline of micro, small, medium and large cashew producer groups, processing enterprises, and value chain service providers with bankable business models that are positioned for scaling and growth, attractive to financial institutions and investors, and that are owned by, employ, or serve women and youth in the sector. The Country Investment Manager will deploy Catalytic Fund resources to support business innovations, improve financial inclusion of women and youth, enhance investment readiness of MSMEs, and raise capital for growth-oriented entrepreneurs and businesses. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Strategic Leadership & Financial Innovation Contribute to the development and implementation of the project's access to finance strategy, ensuring alignment with WEECAP's overall goals and synergies with other pillars. Identify and advocate for innovative financial instruments that align market incentives with inclusive business models. Contribute to the design of financial mechanisms, through the Catalytic Fund, that de-risk investment in women- and youth-led cashew enterprises (e.g., credit guarantees, catalytic matching grants, results-based financing). Partnership Development & Engagement Collaborate with the Competitiveness and Supply Chain team in Guinea Bissau to identify high potential opportunities offered by end markets and the private sector buyers in the Guinea Bissau cashew sector. Collaborate with the Competitiveness and Supply Chain team in Guinea Bissau to develop a network of lead/anchor firms and micro, small, and medium processors and value chain actors and a strategic plan for engaging them. Establish and manage partnerships with commercial banks, MFIs, social impact investors, and development finance institutions (DFIs) in Guinea Bissau to increase the availability of affordable and appropriate financial products. Collaborate with the Competitiveness and Supply Chain team in Guinea Bissau to contribute to the design and implement integrated interventions that leverage the interconnections between producer groups, processors, and value chain service providers providing tailored Catalytic Fund resources (grants, results-based financing, acceleration) to incentivize business innovations and new local sourcing arrangements. Coordinate blended finance approaches that leverage WEECAP resources to crowd in private capital for supply chain actors in Guinea Bissau. Build linkages between processors and financial service providers in Guinea Bissau to support co-investment in inclusive sourcing models. Financial Inclusion for Women and Youth Analyze and facilitate relationships among actors in Guinea Bissau that translate into shared benefits to incentivize new investment in the cashew sector. Provide incentives to de-risk and strengthen Guinea Bissau's financial institutions capacity to increase the flow of credit to cashew sector entrepreneurs and businesses. Oversee the provision of transaction advisory services to a range of cashew sector businesses that demonstrate growth potential, and work through financial intermediaries and with investors to bring new firm and project financing deals to a successful close. Facilitate financial literacy, business planning, and investment readiness training with the Business Development Service Providers, in coordination with other pillars. Work closely with the Competitiveness and Supply Chain teams in Guinea Bissau to ensure that collective action platforms (e.g., cooperatives, groups) are used as channels for financial service delivery. Learning, Monitoring, and Adaptive Management Work with Head of Portfolio and Fund Performance Analysis to analyze the performance of Catalytic Fund financing mechanisms and recommend adjustments based on real-time evidence and feedback. Contribute to impact documentation, learning products, and investment cases to influence investors, processors, and policymakers. Coordinate with the Operations team to provide technical and management oversight over for distribution of funds to recipients in Guinea Bissau. Collaborate with the Policy and Social Safeguarding team in Guinea Bissau regarding private sector policy requirements in the Guinea Bissau cashew sector. Collaborate with Gender Integration team in Guinea Bissau to ensure integration of GESI considerations. QUALIFICATIONS AND BACKGROUND: Education: Degree in finance, business administration, or related field required. Experience: Minimum 3 to 5 years' experience as a Team Leader managing teams. Minimum 7 to 10 years' experience managing complex finance, entrepreneurship, or agriculture market systems programs, with demonstrated results in expanding access to finance. Experience working within the private sector on cashew nut production and marketing, including trade, production and business linkages. Experience applying a market systems development approach to strengthen the inclusivity-with a particular focus on young women and men-in cashew production and marketing systems. Technical experience working in Guinea Bissau with strong business relationships with Guinea Bissau's cashew industry stakeholders and international buyer. Experience managing large grant funds, catalytic funds, or impact funds is a plus. Skills/Knowledge: Familiarity with market systems development framework, including tools, strategies, and approaches. Ability to build coalitions and networks with private sector actors that can provide synergies and sustainable solutions. Ability to supervise, challenge, and build capacity of staff and coordinate activities with partners from a broad range of backgrounds and experiences. Strong training design, training delivery, and facilitation skills. Strong personnel management skills. Excellent written and oral communication skill in English required. Winrock is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal treatment for all people. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by law. At Winrock we have a clear mission: Empower the disadvantaged, increase economic opportunity and sustain natural resources through unwavering dedication to accountability, equity, innovation, integrity and transformation.

About The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights: The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights , a 501(c)(4) organization, is the premier coalition of more than 240 national organizations that promotes and protects civil and human rights in America. The Leadership Conference has coordinated federal strategy and action, including national lobbying and regulatory efforts on behalf of every major civil rights law since 1957. To learn more about The Leadership Conference, please visit ******************** The Leadership Conference Education Fund , a 501(c)(3) organization, builds public will for federal civil rights policies that promote and protect civil and human rights in the US. Founded in 1969 as the education and research arm of The Leadership Conference, the Education Fund's campaigns empower people and advocates to push for progressive change in the US. To learn more about the Education Fund, please visit *********************************** The Opportunity: The Leadership Conference is seeking a Sr. People Operations Associate & Receptionist who is passionate about building and optimizing our People & Culture infrastructure and supporting an amazing staff experience. Reporting to the Director, People Operations, the ideal candidate will have experience coordinating day-to-day office management tasks, including greeting and assisting visitors, and coordinating services, deliveries, and office support with vendors, building management, and couriers. The Senior Associate will also contribute to the planning and implementation of benefits and wellness programs, and assist the larger People & Culture team with special projects to modernize and streamline processes. This position is an individual contributor and isn't a part of the collective bargaining unit. Candidate Profile: The Sr. People Operations Associate & Receptionist will support the full spectrum of the People & Culture (P&C) function, emphasizing people operations, office services, and reception. Office Services & Reception Design and administer ancillary office services procedures to include office storage and retention policies, on/offboarding activities, and building safety action plans. Prepare and distribute important updates and resources to staff. Serve as principal liaison with building management to independently address and coordinate office suite requirements, maintenance requests, and visitor clearances. Represent the organization during building management meetings and exercise judgment to promptly address items requiring follow-up and/or reconciliation, elevating important takeaways and decision points to internal stakeholders. Greet, assist, and provide resources to The Leadership Conference staff and visitors. Triage incoming phone calls received on the main phone line and oversee the delivery and distribution of office mail. People Operations Collaborate with our health benefits broker to prepare materials and coordinate sessions for the annual open enrollment process. Contribute to the overall administration benefits and help organize educational sessions and other wellness initiatives for staff. Conduct regular safety and health inspections to identify potential hazards, unsafe conditions, and violations. Maintain OSHA-required compliance records, such as accident reports, and report work-related injuries within the required timeframes. Ensure timely submission of People Operations invoices and monthly credit card reconciliations. Perform other duties as necessary and related. In addition, strong candidates will offer: A minimum of 5 years of office management experience with education and/or a strong interest in the human resources field. Proven commitment to civil and human rights with a passion for the issues represented by The Leadership Conference. General understanding of employer benefits administration, including but not limited to working knowledge of OSHA, HIPAA, ACA, ERISA, and COBRA guidelines and practices. Proven talent for contributing to the overall planning and execution of long-term strategic initiatives. Ability to balance multiple tasks, manage a complex workload, and organize time efficiently. Reliable self-starter with strong initiative and follow-through on requests. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with high attention to detail. Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially SharePoint, Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, HRIS systems, and reporting tools. An enthusiastic and motivated work ethic and strong interpersonal skills. Strong commitment to team building, team leadership, and fostering a positive organizational culture. Ability to maintain confidentiality and a high level of discretion around sensitive matters. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the people assigned. This posting is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements. The Leadership Conference reserves the right to amend duties, responsibilities, and requirements as necessary to meet organizational needs. Compensation & Benefits : Our most valuable resource is the people who make up The Leadership Conference. Regardless of your position at The Leadership Conference, your efforts will impact meaningful work that positively affects individuals and communities nationwide. The target salary range for this position is $84,058 - $103,328. The range provided is the minimum and maximum salary. The Leadership Conference, in good faith, believes that at the time of this posting, it is willing to pay the advertised salary for the position. Exact compensation is commensurate with experience and reflects internal comparisons. Salaries are just one component of The Leadership Conference's total compensation package. The Leadership Conference is committed to supporting our staff's physical, emotional, and financial well-being through a robust benefits package for you, eligible dependents, and domestic partners. It includes generous paid time off, including fifteen (15) federal holidays, as well as biweekly organization-specific holidays, medical, dental, and vision insurance, and transit benefits. You'll also have access to professional development assistance and an Employee Assistance Program. The Leadership Conference has formally recognized a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) with the Office and Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU) Local 2 - AFL-CIO. The Leadership Conference and the Union, guided by a CBA, work together in good faith and are motivated by a shared history and commitment to this organization. In-Office Work Policy: The Leadership Conference has implemented a hybrid In-Office Work Policy in three phases. As of September 1, 2025, the first phase requires staff members to work in person from the office at least 2 days per month. As of January 1, 2026, the second phase requires staff members to work in person from the office at least 1 day per week or 4 days per month. The final phase begins on April 1, 2026; staff members will be required to work in person from the office at least 2 days per week or 8 days per month. Because this position generally requires in-office work, this person is required to work in the office (4) days a week, Monday - Thursday. In recognition of that fact, this person will receive an additional monthly stipend of $250 per month. All positions are subject to the In-Office Work Policy summarized above. (A more detailed description of the policy - to include how in-office workdays are to be scheduled - is available upon request from People & Culture.) Please note that staff members are exempt from working in person if they have received medical accommodation or if their position is designated as temporarily or permanently remote. Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace The Leadership Conference is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race/ethnicity; color; religion; national origin; citizenship or immigration status, subject to the obligation to comply with any applicable requirements of federal immigration law; sex (including pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, false pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding, reproductive health decisions, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, intersex traits and other sex characteristics, and sex stereotypes); age; marital status; personal appearance (including size and weight); family responsibilities; political affiliation; disability; matriculation; genetic information; veteran status; credit information; housing status; socioeconomic status; source of income; criminal legal involvement, unless for a legitimate business reason that is permitted under applicable law; union membership or activities; status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, sexual offense, or stalking; and any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. To apply, please visit our Career Center and submit your resume and cover letter. Cover letters are required and should be attached.

Established nearly 80 years ago, Freedom House works to defend and expand freedom globally to help secure a world where all are free.?Around the world, antidemocratic forces are preventing billions of people from exercising their fundamental rights. We identify and analyze threats to freedom, mobilize?decision makers?to respond to those threats and seize opportunities for progress, and support activists and organizations?working to defend and expand?freedom. We are dedicated to ensuring that the United States serves as a positive model of democratic practice at home and a consistent champion of freedom globally.?By gathering authoritative data and leveraging our global networks, Freedom House is an unwavering beacon in protecting human rights and promoting democratic governance.? ?? About the Policy and Advocacy Team The policy and advocacy team advocates for leadership by democratic governments to vigorously oppose dictators and oppression and strengthen democracy domestically and around the world. We amplify the voices of those struggling for freedom in repressive societies and counter authoritarian efforts to weaken international scrutiny of their regimes. The US government is our primary advocacy target, and the team meets regularly with executive branch officials, Members of the US Congress, and staff. We also engage in advocacy with foreign government officials based in Washington, D.C. and support the advocacy activities of our program staff at multilateral institutions, regional bodies, and in countries where we have programming. We also conduct advocacy toward the private sector on an issue-specific basis. The policy and advocacy team is responsible for overseeing the creation of all of Freedom House's advocacy plans and policy recommendations, in coordination with our subject matter experts. The team also oversees Freedom House's work with other US-based human rights organizations. The team conducts advocacy trainings and helps prepare Freedom House staff and the human rights defenders we work with to meet with, brief, and testify before policymakers. Priority advocacy issues for Freedom House for the coming year include reinvigorating support for democracy at home and abroad; working to bring accountability for authoritarians, particularly by addressing the growing challenge of transnational repression and by strengthening targeted sanctions programs such as the Global Magnitsky Act; protecting rights in a digital age; addressing the Chinese Communist Party's threat to democracy globally; strengthening protection and resilience for civil society groups and human rights defenders; and working to release political prisoners. Position Description and Key Responsibilities This is an entry-level position on the Advocacy & Communications team reporting directly to the Director of Advocacy. We are seeking a motivated, upbeat, and creative professional who shares our passion for championing democracy at home and abroad. You will join our small, friendly, hardworking, team, as we implement US-focused advocacy campaigns to boost US government support for global democracy and human rights. Some duties and responsibilities: Assist with creation, execution, monitoring, and evaluation of annual advocacy plans. Assist with creation of related advocacy materials, including semi-monthly newsletter, handouts, and text for social media. Assist with developing policy recommendations based on annual report findings. Assist in fielding requests from government officials and expanding network of US and foreign government contacts. Coordinate and execute meetings with government officials and partner and peer organizations on behalf of Freedom House staff and visiting activists. Assist with planning and execution of public and private events. Weekly tracking of advocacy contacts. Weekly tracking of congressional hearings and legislation. Assist with tracking federal budget and appropriations process. Other related duties and administrative tasks, as assigned. Skills, competencies, and experience: Bachelor's degree in international relations, political science, communications, marketing, or related field. 1-2 years working for the US government (congressional experience preferred) or in an advocacy or lobbying role. Passion for building bipartisan support around global democracy and human rights issues. Upbeat, motivated, self-starter with ability to work both independently and in teams. Ability to communicate effectively and persuasively in English, both verbally and in writing, applying superb attention to detail and consistently producing timely and error free work. Ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines - planning, organizing, and prioritizing projects, managing time and expectations, and exhibiting sound judgment in escalating issues that may arise. Ability to build coalitions and to collaborate with colleagues, partners, and peers from a variety of cultural backgrounds and political perspectives. Superb professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality, especially in direct communication with elected officials and staff. Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite and Adobe products. Familiarity with Salesforce customer relationship management platform - preferred but not required. Disclaimer: This is only a summary of the typical functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder may differ from those outlined in the job description and that other duties, as assigned, may be part of the job. Freedom House may add, change, or remove essential and other duties at any time. Additional Information Freedom House provides a strong benefits package, including a 403(b) retirement account, commuter benefits, flexible summer hours, floating holidays, high employer contributions to medical, dental, and vision premiums, basic and voluntary life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending account, and more. Salary is commensurate with experience and starts at $40,000 Diversity makes our work stronger. We actively seek a diverse applicant pool and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. Staff are currently working remotely due to Covid-19, and Freedom House is continuing to evaluate when, and under what circumstances, staff will return to the office. This position will start remote and will require mandatory relocation to Washington DC once circumstances allow. Candidates must possess authorization to work in the United States. This position is contingent on funding approval. Qualified and Interested Applicants: We invite qualified candidates to complete an online application and submit a resume and cover letter. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. Only candidates authorized to work in the U.S. without any restrictions need apply. EOE M/F/D/V Diversity makes our work stronger. We actively seek a diverse applicant pool and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

Staff Attorney, Fossil Economy (2-year contract) PROGRAM: Fossil Economy SUPERVISOR: Fossil Economy Legal & Research Manager SALARY RANGE: $75,000 - $88,000/year depending on experience Application Timeline: Priority applications will be reviewed on February 11, and the position will close once a strong pool is identified SUMMARY DESCRIPTION: Petrochemical production (ranging from plastics to agrochemicals, and their chemical precursors) has become the fossil fuel industry's lifeline to buoy demand for its products and sustain its profits. Together with the program's leadership and other relevant staff at CIEL, the Attorney will drive our work to confront the expansion of the petrochemicals sector and curtail the proliferation of false climate solutions that threaten to extend and deepen our fossil fuel dependence at a moment of converging planetary crises. With a primary focus on the US and Europe, this position will 1) research and develop internal understandings of various regulatory regimes - national (US and European) and international - governing or relevant to the fossil fuel, carbon capture and petrochemicals sectors; 2) develop and support high-impact strategies for legal and campaign approaches for engaging with such regulatory systems; and 3) lead on interventions such as permit challenges, administrative comments, or other administrative or legal filings. This is a two-year contract; continuation is dependent on available grant funding. This position is included in the CIEL staff unit of the Washington Baltimore News Guild union if located in the United States or Switzerland. RESPONSIBILITIES: Legal Strategy: (60%) Develop and apply analyses of relevant regulatory frameworks (including environmental, financial, trade, etc.) to contribute to CIEL and movement strategies for confronting petrochemical pollution and false solutions. Draft legal documents for permit challenges, administrative proceedings, regulatory notice-and-comment periods, and other relevant processes. Represent CIEL in coalitions, public meetings, workshops, hearings, press, and other instances as assigned Establish and maintain effective working relationships with relevant partner organizations, and other actors/stakeholders to achieve CIEL's project-related goals Coalitions and Advocacy: (30%) Propose, draft, and edit reports, briefings, fact sheets, and other written materials as required to convey research and analysis to movement partners and media as appropriate. Maintain existing and build new relationships with coalition partners in plastics, climate, agriculture, and other movements. Balance long-term projects with rapid response research and analysis as necessary to respond to partner demands, press inquiries, and breaking news. Administration (10%) Support fundraising efforts, such as contributing to proposals and reports, as relevant. Maintain timesheets and track receipts, and submit them on time. Meet periodically as requested with supervisor and other team members Participate in weekly staff and team meetings and other organizational activities, including an annual staff performance evaluation. QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Qualifications: J.D. or equivalent degree with 2 years of relevant experience in a legal role. Ability to write clearly and concisely, and in accordance with standards for legal submissions. Knowledge of US law and familiarity with EU legal systems, and the ability to quickly navigate new legal and regulatory frameworks, including in the US, Europe, and at UN or other international fora. Demonstrated ability to distill key messages from technical information and translate them to different audiences and on different platforms. Ability to oversee and deliver multiple priorities by target dates and perform a wide variety of tasks over the course of the workday. Ability to work both separately and collaboratively, in close coordination across teams. Comfort admitting what you don't know and recognizing that seeking and receiving feedback is part of the learning process. Awareness of how your words and actions affect others, openness to and respect for others' perspectives. Able to travel occasionally for periods of up to 2 weeks Professional spoken and written proficiency in English Desired Qualifications: Knowledge of the fossil fuel and petrochemical sectors in the US and Europe Experience with international, environmental, and/or human rights law or similar fields While knowledge of US law is required, formal education in US law (e.g. JD or other degree) is preferred. Professional proficiency in a language used in relevant European geographies (including but not limited to French, Spanish, German, and Dutch) A successful candidate will demonstrate the following competencies: Action-Oriented: Makes things happen. Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of curiosity, proactivity, and constructiveness. Nimble Learning: Approaches unfamiliar tasks proactively and with an open mind. Can quickly adapt to new situations and to draw on past successes and failures to solve current problems. Effective Communication: Understands the value of effective communication. Can deliver messages in a clear, compelling, and concise manner. Actively listens, checks for understanding, and adjusts content and style to meet the needs of different stakeholders. Collaborates: Brings people together to leverage their skills, talents, and knowledge to achieve a common purpose. Creates synergy resulting in a combined effort with greater results than what can be achieved by individuals. Resourcefulness: Is able to make the best of limited resources and find a way to get things done even when the odds are against them. Can look beyond the obvious for viable approaches to accomplish the goal. Location note: This position may be based in a variety of locations including: In our Washington, DC office or remotely elsewhere in the United States (some jurisdictions excluded) In our Geneva, Switzerland office, or remotely in Switzerland Remotely from a non-US, non-Swiss country - due to restrictions, not all countries will be eligible for remote hiring CIEL is unable to sponsor work visas and requires that applicants have authorization to work in their proposed location. Working Hours: CIEL works with employees and partners all over the world; however, our main offices are located in US Eastern Time (Washington DC) and Central European Time (Geneva). This position must be able to work US Eastern Time or Central European Time business hours. In terms of working hours, CIEL tries to support staff with life/work balance and working a 40-hour work week. However, there will be occasions when working more is required; in such cases, CIEL may provide compensatory time to use at a later date. This is a full-time position (overtime exempt in the US). If you are selected for this position and elect to work remotely, you are expected to provide your own space from which to work. CIEL will contribute a one-time stipend of USD $750 for fully remote workers, with an additional USD $250 per year for the purposes of maintaining your remote work space. CIEL offers a strong benefits package including employer-subsidized health, dental, and vision; paid vacation, sick, and 18 weeks of parental leave; 5% contribution of gross annual salary into a 403(b) retirement account or similar local benefit; a relocation stipend; dedicated professional development funding; and paid sabbatical leave after 7 years. CIEL is a 501(c)3 nonprofit in the US, and full-time employees qualify for the US Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Application instructions: Applications will be considered on a rolling basis; the first application review will take place on February 11, 2026. Desired start date: As soon as able. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and any other required materials or responses. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. No telephone calls, please. Note that CIEL does not sponsor visas of any kind. You must have prior authorization to work in your country of hire in order to be considered for this position. Anonymous Demographic Survey: Please complete this anonymous demographic survey as part of your application to CIEL. The survey will only be used to help us evaluate our efforts to recruit a diverse pool of candidates. Your answers will not in any way be linked to your application. COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: In accordance with CIEL's duty to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards and our commitment to safeguard the health of our employees, clients, and communities, CIEL requires US candidates to furnish proof of full COVID vaccination status in order to be hired for this position. If you are not eligible to be vaccinated against COVID-19 or vaccination is contraindicated by a licensed medical professional, you must provide documentation verifying this ineligibility or contraindication. About CIEL: For 30 years, CIEL has used the power of law to protect the environment, promote human rights, and ensure a just and sustainable society. CIEL's dynamic team of international attorneys and experts work together in a collaborative and supportive work environment to tackle some of the most interesting and challenging issues facing people and the planet. We are an equal opportunity employer, actively committed to the principles of multiculturalism and building an organization that is as diverse as the communities we serve around the world. We know that diversity and inclusion make us stronger, and we actively encourage qualified applicants with various backgrounds, identities, perspectives, and (dis)abilities to apply. If you need an accommodation or assistance with this application, please contact Human Resources at ****************.

The Associate Vice President of Media Relations and Strategy will serve as the strategic communications and external outreach partner for the Studies department, CFR's think tank. Reporting to the Vice President for Global Communications, the Associate Vice President will provide high level strategic communications counsel in support of the scholars and products of the Studies department, elevating the Council's profile and amplifying institutional priorities. This role is responsible for helping convey a wide range of scholarship-from complex policy research to quick turn analysis-to key stakeholders in government, academia, and the private sector via earned media. The AVP will collaborate closely with counterparts across the Council, including in Digital Content, Publications, and Government Relations. The Associate Vice President will also serve as a deputy department leader, supporting management of the Global Communications team, professional development of junior staff, and recruitment and retention efforts. They will work with senior leadership to advance CFR's public policy impact and external engagement while safeguarding its reputation for expertise and nonpartisanship. This position is based in CFR's Washington, D.C., office on a hybrid basis. CFR currently defines hybrid status as working at least three days a week onsite, with Tuesdays and Thursdays considered institutional anchor days when all staff are required to be onsite. The major responsibilities of this position will include (but are not limited to): Develop and lead the execution of a proactive and strategic communications and media engagement strategy for Studies Fellows, research, and publications. Working closely with Studies, this will include building and executing marketing plans for flagship works, ideas, and scholars themselves. Manage junior staff as a part of the team in support of said strategy. Draw on the resources and skills across the Communications team and support their professional development and growth. Collaborate with fellows and other key members of the organization, preparing them for media and public speaking engagements and refining their voice, and helping produce opportunities (e.g., op-eds, media appearances, etc.). Serve as the departmental deputy, working with the VP on overall management of the team, to include, for example, budget oversight, performance evaluations, and talent development. Serve as proxy for the Vice President when they are out of the office. Support management of systems and tools to track and respond to media requests, strengthen media relationships, coordinate media interactions, track and summarize media hits, and develop and maintain targeted media lists across the team. Support crisis communications and issues management as necessary in support of the department's Directors for media relations and strategic communications. Work with colleagues across the institution to help drive attention to key Council initiatives, priorities, projects, and voices. Perform any other duties or tasks as assigned or required. Qualifications Education Bachelors degree in International Relations, Public Policy, Journalism, or a related field Experience A minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in strategic communications, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within a think tank, high-level political campaign, or government agency (e.g., State Department or similar). Experience working with scholars at a publisher, university, or similar is a plus. Proven history of successful people management and professional development. Deep expertise in the foreign policy media ecosystem and contacts with national and international media outlets. Extensive experience navigating the intersection of policy, politics, and press. Experience using media tracking tools and databases such as MuckRack, Cision, Critical Mention, TV Eyes, and/or Meltwater. Experience designing and executing strategic marketing campaigns for books, reports, and/or other long tail projects. Related Skills & Other Requirements Superior writing, verbal, and digital communications skills. Strong working knowledge of media relations and issues management. Ability to provide rapid response guidance on breaking global events with minimal oversight. Exceptional confidence and ability to effectively engage with and brief senior executives and scholars. Experience crafting and executing longer term programmatic and/or scholar strategic brand positioning to raise the profile of programs and individuals. Proven ability to navigate complex organizations and build consensus among diverse intellectual viewpoints. Demonstrated ability to effectively engage with reporters, editors, columnists, producers, and bookers. Track record drafting statements, talking points and Q&As. Understanding of how social algorithms and digital ecosystems amplify traditional media hits to reach specific policy-making audiences. Self-starter and strategic thinker with the ability to prioritize and synthesize. Strong collaborator with solid negotiation and stakeholder management skills. Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, results-oriented, collaborative environment. Able to work under pressure quickly, effectively, and efficiently. Required Application Materials Please submit a résumé and cover letter stating your interest in the position. Compensation and Benefits The full-time annual compensation range for this position is $165,000 - 185,000, depending on experience. In addition to competitive salaries, the Council on Foreign Relations offers a benefits package that is among the best offered by nonprofit institutions today, including an award-winning health and wellness program, an on-site fitness center, and generous leave policies and health insurance programs. About CFR The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is committed to fostering a foreign policy community in the United States that is more representative of American society, recognizing that diverse backgrounds and perspectives contribute to broader, more informed participation in the foreign policy debate and lead to an enhanced understanding of the world and the United States' role therein. To that end, CFR is dedicated to continuing to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout its work and workplace by building a more diverse membership and staff, producing and dispensing thoughtful analysis on a broad range of foreign policy issues, and developing relevant, wide-reaching programming that also serves to expand the foreign policy talent pipeline to underrepresented populations.

The Knowledge Management Specialist sits within Freedom House's (FH) Evidence and Learning team and leads efforts to capture, represent, and share technical knowledge with FH staff, partners, and donors. The Knowledge Management Specialist leverages best practices in synthesizing, organizing, and disseminating knowledge to improve the effectiveness of FH's programs, promote FHs technical branding and thought leadership, and leverage impact data for new business development. We are seeking someone who has training and experience in adult education and learning strategies, data storage, visualization, archiving, and library sciences. We prioritize candidates who think creatively about data representation, who loves sharing knowledge with others, and who has a passion for improving democracy and human rights internationally. We encourage applicants who have the skills required to meet the following responsibilities. We welcome applicants who can demonstrate those skillsets, even if they do not fully meet the educational and experience backgrounds described. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Creation, Maintenance, and Implementation of KM systems Design, manage and disseminate a quarterly dashboard that tracks and presents monitoring and evaluation data. Interpret and promote KM standards and guidelines, best practices, and state-of-the-art approaches among FH staff. Work on Freedom House wide Learning Products Assist the Evidence and Learning in developing a library of Freedom House approaches to programmatic interventions. Manage the creation of knowledge products that showcase results and impact to assist in new business development and private fundraising. Training and Support for Freedom House International Program Staff and Partners Strengthen the capacity of FH staff and partners in knowledge creation, knowledge translation and dissemination through training, coaching, mentoring, and ongoing project support. Support monitoring and evaluation officers to ensure that programmatic data is being collected and stored. Lead Ongoing Learning Initiatives Manage knowledge sharing events including monthly seminars/webinars, workshops, after action reviews, conferences, and peer learning sessions Manage the Evidence and Learning team's internal Freedom House training website, including creating new content and developing the online curriculum.

Who We Are Peace is our commitment. The United States Institute of Peace represents the American people's shared values and commitment to peace worldwide. We know that Peace is Security - it advances both U.S. and international security by preventing, managing, and mitigating violent conflict. We are an independent, non-partisan institution and are actively engaged with peacebuilding efforts worldwide. Together we tackle the most challenging problems and hold fast to the possibility of a more peaceful world. To learn more about USIP programs and job openings, go to *********************************** If you have a passion for making the world a better place and want to have a front-row seat on the world stage, USIP is the place for you. Summary The Editor/Writer works as part of the editorial team to assist in driving the Institute's integrated online editorial and audience strategy. They will write, edit and proofread a range of materials designed to present the Institute's unique work to a broad audience on multiple platforms. This position is full-time, based in Washington, D.C., and will have reporting lines to the Managing Editor and Editor-in-Chief of the Communications team. TARGET SALARY Grade 12 - $99,000 - 102,000 The Institute uses the General Schedule salary tables for administering compensation. Offers are determined based upon candidate qualifications, related experience, internal equity, and the amount budgeted for the position. Major Duties and Responsibilities Edits USIP.org content, including analysis pieces, Q&As, blogs and other article formats. In collaboration with the Managing Editor, coordinates the production and editorial workflow for fact sheets, one-pagers, event invitations, press releases and other institutional collateral. Writes and edits material for USIP.org as assigned. Coordinates with the Managing Editor and Editor-in-Chief to maintain a news and events calendar, determine editorial priorities and organize workflow, and work with the team on upcoming news opportunities and multimedia editorial packages on the Institute's web site to grow the web audience. Assists the Managing Editor and Editor-in-Chief in tracking production of USIP.org content and prepares editorial and production reports for USIP programs and leadership. Helps to ensure quality, consistency, and timeliness of all content for all audiences: internal, the general public, and critical stakeholders including foreign policy elites and policy makers. Evaluates how available information can best be used to meet Institute strategies and objectives, helps identify opportunities for developing new information, and recommends strategies for presenting information.· Ensure consistency of grammar mechanics and expression, formatting, logical organization and development, and general readability. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in journalism, political science, international relations or relevant field required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; master's degree is preferred. Minimum of six (6) years of experience in journalism, political science, international relations. Minimum of 3-5 years of foreign policy/international relations experience, writing and editing communications, such as newsletters, articles, web content; reviewing written documents for accuracy; and ensuring they meet current organizational style, policies and practices. A strong understanding of U.S. foreign policy, international relations and trends in global politics required; with a history of publishing article on foreign policy issues is strongly preferred. Knowledge of best practices for digital publishing, including search engine optimization and headline writing. Mastery of the Associated Press Style Guide and strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint, PowerPoint, and Teams). Excellent communication (written and spoken), organizational, and time management skills, including cross-cultural, interpersonal skills; proven ability to engage effectively with authors/partners at the lowest and highest political, social, cultural, economic, and varying skill levels. Project and task management - capacity to work on multiple, diverse and complex assignments, creatively problem-solve, and prioritize effectively with minimal supervision or collaboratively. Ability to work as a team player in an extroverted and entrepreneurial environment. CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS 12/13/24. All applicants must be US citizens to be considered for positions with USIP. All USIP contract and employee positions are contingent upon the favorable completion of a suitability background investigation. HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this position, please submit a complete application package consisting of: 1. Completed employment application including titles, dates of hire and salary requirements. 2. Cover letter 3. Resume Only those applicants that are selected for further discussions will be contacted. No Phone Calls. Interviews will be scheduled by appointment only. USIP is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy and practice of USIP to offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, age, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, political affiliations or belief, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DETAILS Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction Project Reviewer Position Title: Technical Officer or Technical Manager for Industrial Programs, depending on experience Department: Environmental Resources Trust (ERT) - ACR GENERAL ACR is an internationally recognized carbon crediting program that operates in global compliance and voluntary carbon markets. A nonprofit enterprise of Winrock International, ACR was founded in 1996 as the first private greenhouse gas (GHG) registry in the world with the mission of harnessing the power of markets to improve the environment. ACR brings more than two decades of unparalleled experience in development of rigorous and science-based methodologies and carbon accounting standards, as well as operational experience in the oversight of high-quality GHG project listing, verification, registration, issuance, serialization, and online retirement reporting. ACR operates as an independent carbon credit standards body and registry, as well as an approved Offset Project Registry for the California Cap-and-Trade Program (administered by the California Air Resources Board, or CARB) and the Washington State Cap-and-Invest Program (administered by the Washington State Department of Ecology, or Ecology). ACR is approved by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) to supply emission reduction and removals credits to airlines for use towards their obligations under the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) for the 2021-2023 pilot phase as well as for the 2024-2026 compliance period. The Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (ICVCM) has assessed ACR against the Core Carbon Principles (CCPs) and approved ACR as a CCP-Eligible program. ACR is positioned for roles in new compliance offset markets in other U.S. states and under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, as well as increased prominence in the global voluntary carbon market. POSITION SUMMARY The Technical Officer or Technical Manager (depending on experience) for Industrial Programs is a technical position within ACR providing support to the ACR Industrial Programs Director and Managing Director as well as other colleagues within the ACR team. The person in this role will contribute to most aspects of ACR services, including performing routine and increasingly complex project reviews accurately and independently, developing and maintaining systems for project record keeping, and attending site visits and performing audits. They will ensure that projects move through the Registry process efficiently and with appropriate attention to detail. ACR prides itself on being responsive and providing sound technical knowledge to all our partners. They will provide technical support to external stakeholders, ensuring consistency and adherence to ACR, CARB, and Ecology requirements. The Technical Officer or Technical Manager will possess and apply functional understanding of GHG emissions/carbon accounting principles and possess (or quickly develop) and apply functional expertise in the ACR methodologies and compliance protocols they support and/or lead. They will possess (or quickly develop) a detailed understanding of the ACR Standard and other ACR policies, California's Cap-and-Trade Regulation, Washington State's Climate Commitment Act and associated regulations, and associated project-level methodologies to reduce emissions within the industrial sector (e.g., ozone depleting substances, refrigerants, livestock, landfills, mining, the oil and gas industry, carbon capture and storage). The person in this position will need strong technical and analytical expertise, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to track and adhere to deadlines, among other skills listed below. Further, they must have a willingness and ability to learn on the job; be comfortable working in a flexible, fast-paced environment; share a commitment to Winrock's mission; and have an interest in market-based approaches to reducing GHG emissions. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES Perform routine and increasingly complex GHG emissions reduction and removal project reviews accurately, efficiently, independently, and according to regulatory deadlines (where required), seeking input from colleagues and leadership as needed. Provide accurate, consistent and coherent technical support to external stakeholders (e.g., project developers, validation and verification bodies, regulators) on matters that come up as part of project implementation, verification, and review, seeking input from colleagues and leadership as needed. Provide basic support to external stakeholders on routine use of the registry, seeking input from or escalating to registry staff as needed. Develop and/or maintain institutional systems for project record keeping, regulatory guidance tracking, and sector-specific technological advancements. Attend site visits and perform audits, as assigned. Perform technical analysis, as assigned. Support and contribute to technical team and ACR objectives appropriate to level of experience and expertise (e.g., develop templates and presentation materials, coordinate across ACR teams, develop internal policies and procedures, develop project GIS maps, support co-benefits efforts, author sections of ACR policy documents), as assigned. A Technical Officer will provide administrative support for methodology development and updates (e.g., coordination of peer review, intake forms), as assigned. A Technical Manager will provide technical and policy support for, and/or lead, methodology development and updates, as assigned. A Technical Manager will perform policy analysis, as assigned. A Technical Manager will serve as team lead for methodologies and protocols, performing administrative functions and providing leadership to colleagues working on the same methodologies and protocols. A Technical Manager will mentor more junior Industrial Program staff on technical and policy matters and broader sectoral context. A Technical Manager will manage relationships with external stakeholders, including the resolution and/or escalation of contentious matters in coordination with leadership. A Technical Manager will represent ACR externally (e.g., working groups, conference presentations), as assigned. Complete other tasks as assigned. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Education: Bachelor's or advanced degree in environmental, natural, or physical sciences; engineering; GHG emissions accounting; or a related field. Advanced degree preferred. Experience: Technical Officer: Minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience for Technical Officer is required; additional years of experience preferred. Technical Manager: Minimum of 6 years of relevant work experience for Technical Manager is required; additional years of experience preferred. Must have experience in, training in, and/or familiarity with GHG emissions/carbon accounting principles, verification and auditing standards, and at least one of the industrial sector project types. Work experience with carbon markets or related environmental markets is desired. Computer/Technical Skills: Proficiency in SharePoint, Outlook, and full MS Office suite required. Communication Skills: Strong writing skills required. Language: Fluency in spoken and written English is required. Fluency in one or more additional languages is an asset. Required Travel: Must be available to travel for short-term assignments. Position-Specific Skills: Strong technical and analytical expertise Excellent attention to detail Ability to track and adhere to deadlines and perform required reviews with speed, accuracy, and efficiency Ability to work independently on multiple projects at a time without sacrificing quality Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills Ability to consistently interact with others in a professional, courteous, and tactful manner Strong interpersonal skills, integrity, and trustworthiness Physical Demands: Typical office environment with continual sitting or standing required. Other: Must be authorized to work in the United States. Winrock offers competitive pay and an excellent benefits package. Winrock is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all people. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by law. At Winrock we have a clear mission: Empower the disadvantaged, increase economic opportunity and sustain natural resources through unwavering dedication to accountability, equity, innovation, integrity and transformation.

Coordinate and support the Executive Vice President's administrative affairs, communications, meetings, and initiatives. Work on special projects to meet the objectives of the Executive Vice President and Freedom House. This is a nonexempt position. Position holder must obtain written authorization from supervisor before working in excess of 40 hours in a work-week. PRINCIPAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND EXPECTATIONS: Organizational and Administrative support for the Executive Vice President : Mastery-level management of all the Executive Vice President's meetings and appointments, including scheduling, calendar management, and logistics for internal and external meetings, receiving visitors and screening calls. Ensure that meetings and events have been adequately researched and background material prepared and provided to EVP in advance. Create, maintain, and update information, reports, and other documents, systems, and processes as required, at the full range of levels of discretion (public, Board, internal, confidential). Track budget for EVP and handle expenses, advances, and reimbursements promptly Prepare routine, complex, and confidential memoranda, correspondence, reports, and other material; photocopying, faxing, filing, disseminate accurately and promptly as appropriate; and track follow-up on all communication including phone calls, electronic mail. Provide accurate, action-oriented, and concise summary of pertinent information following meetings and discussions. Ensure all work products comply fully with standards, policies and mission of Freedom House. Perform other duties as assigned. Communications : Serve as trusted liaison between the EVP and others within Freedom House, as well as other external contacts. Prepare a variety of public and private correspondence, reports, and documentation, and track/follow up, as necessary. Work closely with Communications team to ensure that the EVP's public communications and social media are updated and advance the mission of the organization. Resolve job-related problems promptly and escalate unresolved issues, as necessary. Research Maintain general awareness of and interest in the different programs and activities of Freedom House. Research information related to new and special initiatives and provides feedback and insight. Writes and/or presents research findings to advance new and ongoing initiatives. JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Bachelors' degree in business, political science, or related field; Master's degree strongly preferred. Four years of directly related experience. Two years of experience working with high level executives. Two years of experience with project management, communications or advocacy Training or Certification: MS Office Suite Project management Experience: 5+ years of progressively increasing responsibility as an executive assistant, special assistant or researcher providing support to senior executives. Preferred: experience or interest in democracy promotion or human rights Skills and Competencies : Strong ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing Excellent interpersonal skills, including effectively interacting with people with a wide range of political and social views. Skilled in establishing trusted partnerships throughout organization; maintaining and managing highly confidential information; using expert judgment when dealing with internal and external constituents. Superb attention to detail, balanced against consistent production of timely, error-free work. Strong ability to plan, organize, and prioritize under pressure to meet tight deadlines. Skilled in conducting basic research and applying strong analytical skills to provide ad hoc research support to the Executive Vice President as required Strong capability to take on additional tasks when required, work independently without supervision, and to coordinate the efforts of other professionals to effectively meet objectives in a timely manner. Attributes and Characteristics: Exhibit strong and sustained commitment to the mission of Freedom House. Show good stewardship in the use of Freedom House resources Has excellent interpersonal skills Respond promptly to stakeholder needs and solicit stakeholder feedback to improve service quality. Exhibit excellent phone etiquette, pleasant demeanor, and ethical conduct. Consistently use good judgment when dealing with all contacts and constituents Exhibit high work standards, adherence to procedures, and responsibility for assigned tasks. Demonstrate strong desire for excellence, and desire to inspire others to attain professional excellence. Assess own strengths and weaknesses, pursue training and development opportunities, and strive to continuously build knowledge and skills. Work as an effective team member and successfully balance individual and team responsibilities. Comply with all policies and procedures. PRIMARY CONTACTS: Internal : U.S. and field employees throughout Freedom House External : Board members, funders, donors, consultants, implementers, congressional staffers and Members of Congress, government agencies, legislators, human rights, and civil society organizations, embassy staff, the press, vendors, members of the public, etc. without supervision. WORKING CONDITIONS: General Working Conditions: General working office environment Some long hours including evenings and weekends to complete tasks or attend events. Travel to event sites and field offices at least 20% of the time. Exposed to outside weather conditions when required to attend event venues or travel. Physical Requirements: Sedentary, regularly required to sit for extended periods of time; constantly talk, hear and understand speech at normal levels using a telephone. Occasionally required to stand, walk, and bend over, reach overhead, use hands, wrists and fingers to grasp, push, pull, move, handle, feel, and type. Constantly required to use close vision and distance vision for regular computer work. Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. to waist height.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND EXPECTATIONS: Conduct a landscape analysis of the field and identify the most promising tactics and strategies for releasing prisoners. Develop a landscape analysis of organizations and campaigns focused on political prisoner work and the variety of approaches taken by different organizations Research key trends in each region of the world, including numbers of political prisoners and trends in this area Develop and Launch Strategy and Workplan Create a one-year plan and a five-year plan for the political prisoner initiative, focused on developing targeted campaigns (both public or private) and initiatives aimed at freeing individual prisoners Develop partnerships and workplans with law firms and communications firms to do pro bono work on prisoner release and advocacy As appropriate, identify and begin work on a small number of cases. Develop structure and recruit members for an expert Advisory Board Coordinate the execution of the strategy in close cooperation with external partners Liaise with Key Internal and External Stakeholders Serve as a focal point within Freedom House in connecting and coordinating across all of the work being done on political prison through our reporting, programmatic, and advocacy work Work with the Director of Advocacy to develop a strategy for engaging key Congressional and Executive Branch officials regarding the release of individual political prisoners Work with team members in the programmatic areas to develop an understanding of Freedom House's approach and lessons learned Connect with key activists and advocates in this field to build a network of partners and an understanding of the experts engaged in this area JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Experience Senior leadership role in leading campaign, movement, or initiative in the human rights, democracy, or justice fields Background in international affairs, human rights, or justice issues Experience with advocacy, government relations, or communications Significant experience in multistakeholder or multilateral efforts Knowledge of international law is a plus Skills and Competencies : Strong ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing Excellent interpersonal skills, including effectively interacting with people with a wide range of political and social views Skilled in establishing trusted partnerships throughout organization; maintaining and managing highly-confidential information; using expert judgment when dealing with internal and external constituents Superb attention to detail, balanced against consistent production of timely, error-free work Strong ability to plan, organize, and prioritize under pressure to meet tight deadlines Attributes and Characteristics: Exhibit strong and sustained commitment to the mission of Freedom House Show good stewardship in the use of Freedom House resources Respond promptly to stakeholder needs and solicit stakeholder feedback to improve service quality Consistently use good judgment when dealing with all contacts and constituents Assess own strengths and weaknesses, pursue training and development opportunities, and strive to continuously build knowledge and skills Work as an effective team member and successfully balance individual and team responsibilities Comply with all policies and procedures Disclaimer : This is only a summary of the typical functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder may differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties, as assigned, may be part of the job. Freedom House may add, change, or remove essential and other duties at any time

Freedom House?is a US-based research, advocacy, and program implementation NGO with a 75-year history of documenting and addressing the threats to fundamental freedoms across the globe. Established in 1941, Freedom House has a reputation for its research and analysis, including the flagship?Freedom in the World report? of annual country ratings and in-depth country analyses. Freedom House's international programming supports human rights defenders and builds the?capacity of civil society organizations (CSOs) to defend and promote human rights, democracy and good governance. Freedom House has extensive programming in and throughout Latin America in support of Human Rights Defenders (HRDs) and pro-democracy Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in Latin America, which provide us with a realistic understanding of the challenges and risks that activists face. INTERN RESPONSIBILITIES Freedom House's Latin American and the Caribbean team is looking for interns for the Spring 2021 semester. The selected candidates will be assigned to ongoing projects or the development of new initiatives and will be engaged on a range of substantive tasks, depending on country and thematic focus. Illustrative responsibilities include: Monitor media coverage and social media activity on human rights and governance-related issues in the region in English, Spanish, and Portuguese Conduct research for assessments, advocacy efforts, partner outreach, and new project development on the assigned topics or countries Participate in the design and implementation of specific project activities, such as online events, small grant competitions, policy brief production, or others Together with other project staff, participate in identifying key policy issues, critical actors, and civil society initiatives that may affect program implementation in the region MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Must be a current undergraduate or graduate student with a specialization in social sciences Strong interest in Latin America and the Caribbean; specific country focus is welcome Strong ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing Strong language skills in Spanish, or Spanish and Portuguese Strong ability to apply interpersonal skills, and successfully work in a diverse and multicultural environment Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and meet all goals and deadlines

Freedom House is a non-partisan non-governmental organization that monitors, strengthens, and defends human rights and democracy worldwide through programs that support civic activists, research, and advocacy. Freedom House is seeking to add a new member to our Asia Programs team. This is an opportunity for a rising professional in international program management to further develop their expertise in the Asia region. The Program Officer will serve as the lead on multiple projects in the region and will work in collaboration with other members of the regional team, field offices, and research and advocacy staff. This position has a high degree of self-reliance and is an excellent next step for a confident professional able to make difficult decisions in a constantly changing environment. This position is based in Washington, DC, though it will be remote through at least spring 2021 due to COVID-19 related restrictions. The Program Officer reports to the Director for Asia Programs. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Serve as a lead on the implementation of multiple projects within an assigned country/thematic portfolio. With minimum supervision, implement all aspects of assigned projects, including workplan development, budgeting, outreach to and coordination with partners, activity planning and execution, expense tracking, monitoring of performance indicators, development of program documents, and other program tasks. Closely coordinate with field staff and local partners to ensure timely and high-quality implementation of project activities. Lead the preparation of high-quality narrative quarterly, final, and ad-hoc project reports for donors. Track and analyze budgets for accuracy and draft spending projections and forecasts, propose corrective action when necessary. Lead monitoring and evaluation process, track and document outputs of all project activities and their impact to ensure that all grant objectives are met. Liaise with other Freedom House teams (Emergency Assistance Programs, Communications and Advocacy, Research, Finance, etc.) to collaborate on program implementation or to resolve administrative issues. Monitor key developments in the portfolio region including reforms, socio-economic and political changes, elections, status of relevant legislation, human rights situation, international engagement on human rights and democracy issues. Represent Freedom House at meetings and events with donors, peer organizations, international partners, government officials, and other external stakeholders on the assigned portfolio. Contribute to the development of Freedom House's program, research and advocacy strategies for the Asia region. Identify opportunities for new projects, conduct related research and partner outreach, and prepare project concepts. Lead the development of project proposals and ensure complete, accurate and timely submission. Supervise assigned junior DC-based project staff, with the priority on their professional development, and coordinate the allocation of staff resources with other supervisors. Travel to overseas locations to participate in or oversee project activities (less than 10% of time). Perform other duties as assigned.

The Development Associate will assist with all aspects of Freedom House's development office, which is responsible for securing and sustaining financial support from a range of individual, foundation and corporate donors. This is a nonexempt position. Position holder must obtain written authorization from supervisor before working more than 40 hours in a work-week. Essential Duties include: Supporting front-line fundraising. Conduct research using fundraising databases, news searches, and other tools to produce briefings for fundraisers and executive staff in preparation for donor and prospect meetings and events. Work with development and executive teams, consultants and vendors to plan, implement and staff donor events like the annual awards dinner, receptions, briefings and other engagement opportunities. Support fundraising and prospect management activities for Development team and senior leadership. Maintain general awareness of and interest in the programs and activities of Freedom House, and a commitment to the organization's mission. Communications. Draft donor-centric communications like acknowledgement letters, project updates, solicitations, reports and other written correspondence. Development Department Support. Participate in the prospect identification, qualification, cultivation and stewardship process for current and prospective donors. Support the department's regular reporting to the board and executive team. Maintain donor database (Salesforce), enter information, and create and analyze reports from it to implement and assess fundraising initiatives. Under supervision, coordinate with Finance to process donations and maintain accurate financial records. Support the operations needs of the development office, including scheduling, the production of invoices and filing of state registrations. Other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree 1-3 years of experience in a development department and familiarity with prospect research, fundraising processes, database management, and event execution Strong ability to communicate effectively and persuasively in English, both verbally and in writing Superb attention to detail, balanced against consistent production of timely, error-free work Skilled in research and applying strong analytical skills to provide research to development team and president as required. Able to take on additional tasks when required, work independently without supervision, and highly motivated to take the initiative to constantly improve systems and processes. Self-disciplined, action-oriented style that thrives in a start-up environment Prior experience with Salesforce or other customer relationship management database preferred. Excellent interpersonal skills, including interacting with people with a wide range of political and social views. Skilled at establishing trusted partnerships throughout organization and using sound judgment when dealing with internal and external constituents. Exercise discretion in maintaining and managing confidential information; Strong ability to plan, organize, and prioritize under pressure to meet tight deadlines Preferred : experience or interest in democracy promotion or human rights Additional Information Applicants are required to complete our online application form and to submit a resume and a cover letter that outlines interests and qualifications for this position. Physical Requirements : Sedentary, regularly required to sit for extended periods of time. Constantly talk, hear, and understand speech at normal levels using a telephone. Occasionally required to stand, walk, and bend over; reach overhead; use hands, wrists, and fingers to grasp, push, pull, move, handle, feel, and type. Constantly required to use close vision and distance vision for regular computer work. Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. to waist height. General Working Conditions : General working office environment. Some long hours, including evenings and/or weekends as reasonable, to complete essential tasks or attend important events and to be responsive in a timely manner to emergency assistance requests. Travel to event and meeting sites. Exposed to outside weather conditions when required to attend event venues or travel. Freedom House is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. Read more about the application process and search answers to common questions here. Freedom House offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including health and wellness benefits, retirement, and professional development. Interested in learning more about our current work? Keep up with us on social media: Twitter @FreedomHouse, Facebook at FreedomHouseDC Disclaimer : This is only a summary of the typical functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder may differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties, as assigned, may be part of the job. Freedom House may add, change, or remove essential and other duties at any time.

Freedom House is seeking to fill an OFFICE OPERATIONS MANAGER position. This exempt position is responsible for the efficient functioning of the Freedom House offices in Washington, DC and New York City, including: (1) development, implementation, and monitoring of office administrative procedures and support systems, and (2) coordinating office workspace, meeting space, equipment, and AV needs with department heads, employees, and outside contacts as needed. The candidate best prepared for this role will be someone who looks forward to the challenge of designing and implementing a new, post-pandemic, model for the workplace. This position is based in Washington, DC and reports to the organization's Chief Financial and Administrative Officer. PRINCIPAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND EXPECTATIONS : Manage the Office Operations Department personnel and annual budget by: Directing and supervising the activities of the Receptionist and outside resources, establishing team and individual goals and objectives, monitoring, and reviewing performance, and ensuring functions are backed-up during staff absences to ensure continuous support for employees and guests. Preparing an annual budget of expenditures, both capital and operational. Monitor financial performance against the approved budget and, in consultation with the CFO, adjust plans and projections as needed. Monitoring appropriate use of vendors providing administrative services, such as courier delivery, overnight mail, stationery printing, etc. as well as the quality of the services being provided. Serving as the principal contact with building staff and vendors. Identifying and performing due diligence and recommending vendors for office supplies and equipment. In accordance with an approved delegation of authority, approving payment requests and managing related records for supply and equipment purchases. Ensure that the organization's office administrative and support needs are effectively met by: Managing office and workstation assignments of the DC staff. Includes developing and adhering to an office/workstation assignment protocol. Monitoring and resolving issues reported through the Office Operations ticketing system. Regularly walking the floor, being accessible to and communicating with staff, making note of items requiring attending but not identified via the ticketing system. Training new staff on office resources and procedures. Supporting the organizers of internal and external meetings/events with meeting room and AV setup. Managing office supply and inventory systems in DC and NYC. Managing central storage areas in the DC office. Coordinating with the IT department on matters of joint concern (printers, new staff setup, etc.). Performing light duty installation and maintenance tasks. Ensuring proper receipt and distribution of incoming mail and packages. Other duties and special projects as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS : Education : Bachelor's degree or equivalent required. Experience : Minimum 5 years of experience in a fast-paced office setting supporting 50 or more professional staff. Technical Skills : Basic proficiency with the MSOffice suite of applications (Outlook Word, and Excel). Comfortable learning other software, such as keycard access and maintenance tracking systems. Able to address tier-1 level maintenance on copiers and other office equipment. Personal Attributes and Characteristics : Maintains an awareness and understanding of democracy promotion. Ability to represent Freedom House professionally in conduct and personal appearance. Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work product, both that which is produced by the individual and that of the team, often requiring the adherence to tight deadlines. Effective communication. Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Strong personal character, an individual who can maintain the highest degree of confidentiality and exhibits unquestionable integrity, honesty, and forthrightness. Strong interpersonal skills with a client-service focus, and ability to respond promptly to inquiries in a courteous and professional manner. Must be able to successfully work collaboratively with all levels of employees, management, and external agencies, many of whom may have limited or no understanding of accounting. Strong work ethic and desire for personal and professional development. Demonstrates strong desire for personal excellence and can inspire others to achieve as well. Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills. Works as an effective team member, successfully balancing individual and team responsibilities. PRIMARY CONTACTS : Internal: U.S. employees in DC and NY offices. External: Building staff, vendors, suppliers, and guests visiting Freedom House offices. WORKING CONDITIONS : General Working Conditions: General administrative office environment. Some evening and weekend hours to complete tasks or attend events. Travel to work or vendor sites as required, estimated to be less than 5% of the time. Physical Requirements : This position functions in a normal office environment. The selected individual will work at a desk outfitted with computer, telephone, and file storage. During the workday, the individual will stand, walk, bend over, reach overhead, use hands, wrists and fingers to grasp, push, pull, move, handle, feel, and type; individual may periodically need to lift and/or move file storage (up to 25lbs.) to waist height. Disclaimer: This is only a summary of the typical functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder may differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties, as assigned, may be part of the job. Freedom House may add, change, or remove essential and other duties at any time.