National Organization for Women Summer 2015 Internship, Washington, DC

Summer 2015 Internship

Posted on: February 11, 2015
Application deadline: March 15, 2015
Posted by: National Organization for Women

Each semester NOW interns participate in a wide range of activities that provide them with the tools and knowledge to become activist leaders, such as:

• A Comprehensive leadership training
• Frequent opportunities to organize and attend Congressional and U.S. Supreme Court hearings, press conferences, demonstrations, and rallies
• Training in our successful, time-honored grassroots organizing tactics
• Weekly intern discussion groups and field trips on a wide range of feminist issues

Interns will work with one of the following teams

• Communications Team: Research, draft and edit articles for NOW's various publications (including the blog), email communications (including advocacy, fundraising, and monthly newsletters) and social media platforms. Assist with developing comprehensive messaging for cross-organizational purposes, including calendar for internal use. Work with the Senior Communications Associate and the Field Team to develop social media campaigns and content for chapter use. Work with the Senior Communications Associate to produce daily content for various social media platforms, namely Facebook and Twitter. Track media hits and update press clips on website. Coordinate projects for the NOW Foundation's Love Your Body campaign. At events with NOW officers, take photographs and video (when appropriate). Qualifications: Demonstrated commitment to progressive social change; excellent written and verbal communication skills; training and/or experience with editorial or advocacy writing; knowledge of Associated Press style preferred, but not required; familiarity with Facebook and Twitter a must (includes personal usage); experience with other social media platforms, such as Google+, Pinterest, or Tumblr, is a plus; strong organizational skills, attention to detail, professional demeanor and the ability to juggle several tasks while meeting deadlines; general computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office applications; and HTML or WordPress experience is a plus.

• Digital Communications: Do you follow the news and breaking events on Twitter, Facebook, and other social media sites? Are you passionate about women's issues and social change? Do you blog and vlog, tweet and snapchat, and wear your politics on your feed? If you are interested in making lasting contributions in digital advocacy and fundraising at the largest organization of feminist activists in the United States, then you should join our Online Communications Internship Program.Candidate must be highly organized, detail-oriented, and professional under pressure. Qualified candidates will have great written and verbal communication skills, a strong handling of calendaring and scheduling, and the ability to juggle several tasks while meeting deadlines. The ideal candidate will have interest or training in online advocacy and has demonstrated a commitment to progressive social change.Significant familiarity with Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and other social media platforms is a must. Confidence with software: Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word and Excel, also a must; Photoshop and video editing experience a plus! Familiarity with eCRM systems (Salsa Labs) preferred; HTML knowledge is a plus.

• Field Organizing Team: Get involved in the nuts and bolts of grassroots organizing for NOW's broad range of priority issues. Serve as a liasion between National Action Center and state/local chapter activists. Work on rallies, campaigns, chapter development, and materials development.

• Government Relations/Public Policy Team: Characterized by lobbying as well as legislative research and writing.

• Membership/Fundraising Team: Learn highly marketable skills for the non-profit world by providing customer service to donors, assisting with data management and communicating with chapter leaders and activists.

• Political Action Committee: Assist with NOW PAC organizing, including meeting with candidates, processing endorsement requests, and researching candidates' records on women's rights issues.

• President's Office: Work directly with NOW's President and her Assistant, staffing the president at speaking events, as well as outreach meetings with heads of allied organizations. Learn first-hand how a grassroots activist organization works.

These volunteer, unpaid internship opportunities are available both full and part time, and college credit can be arranged. A minimum of 3 days per week is required.Prospective interns should be hard working, enthusiastic and flexible individuals who possess or seek a working knowledge of women's issues and feminist organizing. Interns should also be committed to continuing the struggle for equality and justice once they leave the internship program and return to their campuses and communities.

Qualifications

Prospective interns should be hard working, enthusiastic and flexible individuals who possess or seek a working knowledge of women's issues and feminist organizing. Interns should also be committed to continuing to struggle for equality and justice once they leave the internship program and return to their campuses and communities. A minimum of 3 days per week is required. Full time interns are preferred.

Salary

NOW offers volunteer, unpaid internship opportunities, both full and part time, throughout the year. College credit for these internships can be arranged.

How To Apply

Interested interns must send the following to internships@now.org: 1. A completed application form 2. A cover letter 3. A resume 4. Two letters of recommendation 5. A writing Sample (1-3 pages)

Policy Aide, NARAL Pro-Choice America, Washington, DC

Policy Aide

Posted on: January 13, 2015
Posted by: NARAL Pro-Choice America

NARAL Pro-Choice America and NARAL Pro-Choice America Foundation seek a Policy Aide for this dynamic, mission-driven organization that has been at the forefront of the fight for reproductive rights since its founding in 1968. NARAL has an annual budget of approximately $12 million and encompasses a 501 (c)(3), a 501 (c)(4), and a political action committee.

NARAL Pro-Choice America is the nation's leading advocate for reproductive freedom and protecting a woman's right to choose her own reproductive destiny. With more than one million members and supporters, NARAL Pro-Choice America is dedicated to mobilizing and building the base of pro-choice advocates, identifying and supporting pro-choice candidates, and advancing sound reproductive policies that support women and families at all stages of their reproductive life. These policies include preventing unintended pregnancy, bearing healthy children, and choosing legal abortion.

SUMMARY

Monitor choice-related policy issues at the federal and state levels. Perform policy analysis and research on choice-related proposals, draft a variety of advocacy materials, and contribute to significant policy publications. Under the supervision of the vice president, help represent and advance NARAL's policy views and goals to Congress, state affiliates, and other constituencies.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Within assigned issue areas (in some cases working solely; in others, working as a team with a junior or senior colleague):

• Track all relevant choice-related activity on Capitol Hill, in the executive branch, and in state legislatures. Report developments to key staff as appropriate. Perform policy analysis on state and federal legislation, and, as assigned, advocate NARAL Pro-Choice America's views.
• As directed, with issue teammates, craft and carry out legislative strategy.
• Represent NARAL's policy views on Capitol Hill. As assigned, lobby and brief congressional staff through in-person meetings, written communications, and phone calls. Work mark-ups, hearings, and votes.

• Assist state affiliates on key choice-related proposals with policy analysis and strategy recommendations.

• Write, edit, and update fact sheets, talking points, letters to policymakers, staff memos, model legislation, testimony, and other key policy and advocacy documents.
• Coordinate policy strategy and activities across NARAL as a whole to maximize benefits to the pro-choice movement and NARAL in particular.
• As assigned, represent NARAL to progressive partners and coalitions.
• Contribute to and help produce key publications, including Who Decides?, the annual voting record, fact sheets, and Policy Updates.
• Edit copy from other departments.
• Liaise with other departments or internal work groups as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Four-year college degree.

• Minimum three years professional experience, preferably in a related field, or relevant advanced degree may be substituted for some of the work experience.

• Policy and/or direct lobbying experience at the state and/or national level.

• Directly related experience in research and/or policy analysis.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and to juggle multiple tasks and timelines simultaneously.
• Knowledge of MS Word, Access, Excel, and other programs.

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational and workload-management skills, ability to work as a team with junior and senior colleagues, and ability to meet deadlines consistently with minimal supervision.
• Strong orientation to detail, accuracy, and follow-through, with minimal supervision.

• Professional, polished, diplomatic, and mature demeanor.

• Knowledge of reproductive-health issues preferred.
• Commitment to diversity and sensitivity to and appreciation of cultural differences.
• Clear understanding of, and commitment to, NARAL's mission and goals.

NARAL Pro-Choice America is committed to diversity in its workplace, and candidates with diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

HOW TO APPLY

Send resume and cover letter to:

NARAL Pro-Choice America

1156 15^th Street, Suite 700

Washington, DC 20005

Fax: (202) 973-3096

Email: policyjobs@prochoiceamerica.org

Campaign Coordinator, American Civil Liberties Union, Jacksonville, FL

Campaign Coordinator

Posted on: December 17, 2014
Posted by: American Civil Liberties Union of Florida

The American Civil Liberties Union of Florida (ACLU-FL) seeks a full-time, temporary Campaign Coordinator to staff the Justice for Jacksonville Coalition. The goal of the Coalition is to reduce death sentences in the 4^th Judicial District (Jacksonville/Duval County). The ACLU of Florida convened the Coalition and seeks to support and expand its work through this position. The position is based in the ACLU of Florida's Northeast Regional Office in Jacksonville. The Campaign Coordinator will report to the ACLU of Florida's Director of Public Policy. This is a one year position that will end in January 2016.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY

• Design and implement grassroots and grasstop strategies to mobilize supporters to take meaningful action to reduce the disproportionately high number of death sentences in the 4^th Judicial District;
• Undertake coordination of, expand, and provide support to the Justice for Jacksonville Coalition which operates in four primary areas – communications, public education and outreach; policy advocacy; and research.
• Recruit, mentor and develop local individual, political, and organizational leaders as possible participants, representatives, and spokespersons for the Coalition and to support Coalition work to reduce death sentencing in the 4^th Judicial district;
• In collaboration with the ACLU-FL Communications Department, develop and disseminate public education materials including fact sheets about death penalty practices specific to the region via media, social media, and at events and meetings;
• Organize regional public education and public policy events and activities to advocate for a reduction in death sentencing in the 4^th Judicial District;
• Engage ACLU members and supporters to advocate to reduce death sentencing in the 4^th Judicial District through community forums, public hearings, panel discussions, phone banks, movie screenings, training for activists, and other activities;
• Develop effective outreach techniques and tailor them to specific target groups, including communities of color, ethnic minorities in the region, religious groups, victim's families and advocates, community leaders, and law enforcement to encourage education, involvement, and engagement in Coalition work;
• Public speaking on behalf of the Coalition;
• Additional responsibilities as assigned and consistent with the goals of this position and the work of the Coalition.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience;
• Minimum of three years' experience with issue advocacy, preferably in the criminal justice field, which should include familiarity with grassroots and grasstop organizing, strategically identifying and targeting decision makers, identifying and developing influential spokespeople, and leveraging community and political power to effect policy change;
• Demonstrated commitment to civil liberties and civil rights and the mission of the ACLU;
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, and familiarity with social media networking;
• Ability to keep organized in a fast-paced environment and to manage several tasks simultaneously;
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in using Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Publisher);
• Experience and skills in public speaking;
• Experience in supervising and motivating volunteers; working cooperatively with diverse groups and organizations;
• Ability to stimulate and inspire others;
• Ability to attend evening and weekend meetings, and to travel throughout Duval County; must have own transportation;
• Fluency in Spanish is desired, but not required.

The ACLU of Florida is freedom's watchdog, working daily in the courts, legislatures and communities to defend individual rights and personal freedoms guaranteed by the Constitution and the Bill of Rights.

The ACLU-FL is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send cover letter, resume, and list of three references by email to jobs@aclufl.org

All inquiries should include "Coordinator Applicant" in the subject line or reference field and all attachments should be in Microsoft Word or pdf format. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please indicate where you learned of this job posting.

Domestic Program Associate, Catholics for Choice, Washington, DC

Domestic Program Associate

Posted on: November 3, 2014
Posted by: Catholics for Choice

Catholics for Choice is seeking a savvy state policy wonk to join our domestic program. This is an opportunity to be part of a successful and fast-paced nonprofit with a close-knit staff of passionate individuals who share a commitment to reproductive choice, justice and true religious liberty.

If you are committed to advancing abortion rights and access across the United States, thrive on relationship-building and working in coalition toward concrete policy change, are intellectually curious and a creative problem-solver, have an affinity for the minutiae of policy work and are especially fond of the curious charm that is a state capital, you'll be a great fit.

The associate will work closely with the other members of the domestic program staff to:

• keep the organization and colleagues up to date on state-level policies affecting women's reproductive rights and access to services and threats to individuals' religious liberty
• provide advice and technical assistance regarding prochoice Catholic perspectives on policymaking concerning these policies
• educate the public, policymakers and the mediaabout Catholic support for women's autonomy in reproductive health decisions;
• foster and sustain relationships with advocates, collegial organizations and leaders in states and at the national level; and
• raise the voices of prochoice Catholics across the country in critical policy debates and policymaking on women's health, reproductive rights and religious liberty concerns.

The position is based in Washington, DC, will include regular travel and require public speaking to a variety of audiences.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and a minimum of two years of successful professional experience in policy analysis, advocacy and outreach. S/he will possess excellent organizational and time-management skills; be discreet, diplomatic and open-minded; demonstrate impeccable verbal and written communication and have an unwavering support for a woman's right to choose. Knowledge of Catholicism and professional experience working with a state-based, progressive policy organization or in a state legislature are desired.

Why work at CFC?

• Because, like us, you want to shape and advance sexual and reproductive ethics that are based on justice, reflect a commitment to women's well-being, and respect and affirm the capacity of women and men to make moral decisions about their lives.
• Because you want to be part of a group of hardworking professionals based in DC who make real change happen all around the world.
• Because CFC provides exceptional employee benefits, including competitive salaries, medical and dental insurance (CFC pays 100% of employee premium), generous paid time off (vacation, sick, personal days and holidays), 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution, commuter benefits and more.

Employment decisions at Catholics for Choice are based on merit, qualifications and abilities. Catholics for Choice does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as "protected status"). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions and privileges of employment, as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all organization-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits and termination of employment.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to cfc@catholicsforchoice.org. Please include "Domestic Program Associate" in the subject line. PDF format is preferred. Applicants who do not demonstrate knowledge of Catholics for Choice's work will not be considered.

Transgender Rights Project Staff Attorney, Lambda Legal, New York, NY

Transgender Rights Project Staff Attorney

Posted on: September 29, 2014
Application deadline: October 17, 2014
Start date: November 1, 2014
Posted by: Lambda Legal

Lambda Legal seeks a staff attorney to engage in cutting-edge impact litigation, public policy advocacy, and education furthering Lambda Legal's mission. This position will be based in Lambda Legal's New York office. The attorney will devote approximately 50% of the position's time to the national work of the Transgender Rights Project and the other 50% to work in Lambda Legal's other priority areas in the Northeast region.

Lambda Legal is a national organization committed to achieving full recognition of the civil rights of lesbians, gay men, bisexuals, transgender people and people with HIV through impact litigation, education, and public policy work. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in New York City, Lambda Legal has regional offices in Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas and Los Angeles.

Lambda Legal's law reform, policy, and education work encompasses a wide range of areas critically important to LGBT people and those living with HIV, including federal and state constitutional law issues; gender identity, sexual orientation and HIV discrimination in employment, schools, youth in out-of-home care systems, health care, identity documents, the criminal justice system; relationship protections, including the freedom to marry; child custody, visitation, assisted reproduction, and adoption; foster care and juvenile justice; asylum and immigration policy; and anti-LGBT harassment and violence. Lambda Legal has been involved in numerous landmark United States and state Supreme Court cases, including Lawrence v. Texas, Romer v. Evans, Boy Scouts of America v. Dale, Bragdon v. Abbott, University of Alabama v. Garrett, In re Marriage Cases, Varnum v. Brien, Benitez v. North Coast Women's Care Medical Group, and Brandon v. County of Richardson. For more information about Lambda Legal, visit www.lambdalegal.org

Lambda Legal's Transgender Rights Project works specifically on behalf of transgender, intersex, and gender nonconforming people. Recent Lambda Legal landmark victories include Glenn v. Brumby, in which we established important law governing gender discrimination in the course of representing a transgender woman fired for transitioning at her job in the Georgia Assembly, and the Smith v. Fields case, which we won on behalf of several Wisconsin transgender women in prison who were denied transition-related health care. In other examples of our recent work, earlier this year the Transgender Rights Project secured Social Security survivor benefits for our 93-year-old client whose claim had been denied following her husband's death, as well as a Social Security Administration policy change for all transgender spouses.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Attorney will devote approximately 50% of the position's time to Lambda Legal's transgender advocacy nationwide and the other 50% to work in Lambda Legal's other priority areas in the Northeast Region (New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, and Washington, D.C.), increasing Lambda Legal's presence as a force for civil rights there. The attorney will handle all aspects of litigation in precedent-setting cases, as well as engage in education efforts and policy advocacy. Litigation responsibilities include devising litigation strategies to produce the greatest positive impact most efficiently, conducting each stage of litigation in trial and appellate courts, writing amicus briefs, organizing amicus strategies, supervising Lambda Legal cooperating attorneys, assisting with the screening of requests for legal assistance, and investigating and developing potential new matters.

In addition, attorneys on staff often consult with private lawyers who are handling matters related to Lambda Legal's areas of expertise, advocate with government agencies and officials, and advise policy makers. The attorney will engage in public speaking, write for a variety of audiences, and help implement education strategies to advance public knowledge and change dialogue about sexual orientation, gender identity and expression and HIV-related legal issues. The education work involves frequent interviews with print, radio, television, and web reporters. Some travel is required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants are expected to possess experience sufficient to allow them to work with substantial independence in furtherance of Lambda Legal's mission in all areas of our work. Applicants should have a minimum of four (4) years experience as a practicing attorney, including litigation experience that prepares the applicant to handle law reform litigation.

The applicant should have a high level of independence and initiative, excellent speaking and writing skills, the ability to produce the highest caliber legal work, creativity, good judgment, and a willingness to work with others toward the most effective strategies and initiatives to advance civil rights. In addition, the successful candidate will have the ability to talk and write about legal and other complex issues in clear, persuasive terms for non-lawyer audiences.

Working at Lambda Legal requires a demonstrated awareness of and commitment to the concerns of the communities Lambda Legal. Prior work on behalf of transgender people, the LGBT community and/or people living with HIV is highly desirable, as is fluency in Spanish and/or other languages in addition to English.

HOW TO APPY

The position is open until filled, and may start as soon as November 1, 2014. Interviews may start as early as October 1, 2014. Send resume, brief writing sample (preferably including discussion of a constitutional, discrimination, federal courts or other complex issue), and a letter or email explaining your interest in the position and how you learned of the job opening to:

Amy Shapiro

Legal Administrative Manager

Lambda Legal

120 Wall Street, 19^th Fl.

New York, NY 10005

ashapiro@lambdalegal.org

Include the words "Staff /Transgender Rights Project Attorney position" on the first line of the address of the envelope or the subject line of the email transmitting your application materials.

No calls please. Due to the high volume of applications, Lambda Legal will not accept phone calls about the position and does not notify applicants of status except when an interview is granted.

Lambda Legal is an equal opportunity employer. People of color, women, transgender people, and people with disabilities, including HIV, are encouraged to apply.

Public Policy Coordinator, National Network to End Domestic Violence, Washington, DC

Public Policy Coordinator

Posted on: September 30, 2014
Application deadline: October 15, 2014
Posted by: National Network to End Domestic Violence

The National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV) seeks a highly motivated and high performing Public Policy Coordinator. This is a great opportunity for a committed team player to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

NNEDV is a social change organization dedicated to creating a social, political and economic environment in which violence against women no longer exists. NNEDV: (1) advocates for laws, policies and funding to address domestic violence and all violence against women; (2) provides training, technical assistance, and support to state domestic violence coalitions, as well as local domestic violence, sexual violence, stalking, underserved and transitional housing programs; and (3) works with policy makers, business leaders, national allies and the general public to end all forms of domestic violence.

The Public Policy Coordinator will help implement NNEDV's policy priorities which include re-authorization, implementation, and funding of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) and the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act (FVPSA), elimination of domestic violence homicides (incIuding gun violence prevention), provision of victim shelter and housing, and the advancement of women's economic sufficiency. This is an entry-level position with significant responsibility. The work includes various administrative duties, as well as participation in all aspects of NNEDV's policy work. The ideal candidate is highly organized and detail driven, comfortable with consistent multi-tasking and quick deadlines, a fast researcher and great writer, proficient with internet applications, dedicated and resourceful, committed to creating positive social change, and passionate about domestic violence issues.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitoring and analyzing federal legislation, including providing information to Members of Congress & to state coalitions
• Monitoring state coalition listserves to track policy conversations, summarize discussions, and research and respond to requests for information and assistance
• Creating materials, including action alerts, fact sheets, and letters to and updates for Members of Congress, state coalitions and local domestic violence programs
• Engaging the state coalitions and the general public in policy actions (alerts, petitions, etc.) through NNEDV's advocacy platform (Salsa), emails, and social media
• Participating in lobby visits and strategy sessions with NNEDV staff and national coalition partners
• Updating sections of NNEDV's website related to policy initiatives
• Planning and coordinating annual Advocacy Day conference, including hotel procurement, materials creation, speaker arrangements, and conference follow-up
• Helping to write Congressional testimony and draft legislation as needed
• Attending Congressional hearings, briefings and press conferences
• Scheduling meetings and providing logistical support for advocacy meetings
• Handling administrative tasks, including meeting notes, financial submissions and other internal documentation
• Working as a member of the NNEDV team—collaborating with other NNEDV programs and staff

REQUIRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

Successful candidates will possess:

• Excellent communication skills – both oral and written
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Creative problem-solving and analytical thinking
• The ability to: Follow through on assignments, Work both quickly and thoroughly, Work independently and as part of a collaborative team (including other staff, other organizations, and other professionals), Manage tasks under tight deadlines, and Handle multiple projects.
• Solid computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Adobe products
• Commitment to the agency mission and a feminist philosophy
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience with a nonprofit agency in a relevant area

DESIRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of and experience in the domestic violence field and/or with state or federal policy
• Social media and other multi-media skills
• Experience with scheduling and event planning
• Hill experience
• Law degree or advanced degree in a relevant field.

JOB SITE LOCATION

The position is located in Washington, DC, near Dupont Circle

SALARY

Competitive salary, minimum $40,000, based on qualifications and experience. NNEDV is an equal opportunity employer.

Learn more about NNEDV at www.nnedv.org

HOW TO APPLY

Send cover letter, resume, salary history and expectations, and a 2-3 page writing sample to Paulette Sullivan Moore, Vice President of Public Policy, at policyjob@nnedv.org. Applications that do not contain all of the required items will not be considered. Applications received before Oct. 15 will be given priority; however, the position will remain open until filled. No U.S. mail or faxes please.

Legislative Task Force Intern, Mass NOW, Boston, MA

Legislative Task Force Intern

Posted on: August 22, 2014
Posted by: Mass NOW

The Massachusetts National Organization of Women is a multi-issue organization working to achieve equality for men and women. Our six priority issue areas include: 1. Economic Equality, 2. Reproductive Rights, 3. Racial Justice, 4. LGBTQ Issues, 5. Ending Violence Against Women, 6. Ensuring Civil Rights for Everyone.

Legislative Task Force Intern

Mass. NOW is a multi-issue progressive feminist organization pushing for equality on multiple legislative fronts. During the upcoming session, Mass NOW will be supporting a number of bills and seeks a motivated, detail-oriented intern to help track legislation for the upcoming 2014 Massachusetts session. The intern would work closely with the Programs and Policy director, the VP of Legislation, and the legislative task force to push forward Mass NOW's legislative agenda. The Legislative Task Force Intern will work the VP of Legislation and will be responsible for monitoring activities and actions within the General Assembly during its 2014 Session.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Track pending legislation in the current session, and record lead sponsors, co-sponsors, and votes on bills.
• Keep track of dates for bill filing, amendment filing, and hearings.
• Set up and maintain media alerts on Mass NOW's priority bills
• Draft fact sheets on legislation
• Collect stories from members and allies to support legislative efforts
• Attend legislative hearings & legislator office visits
• Update the VP of legislation and task force members about pending legislation
• Prepare legislative outreach materials, including action alerts, advocate and legislator briefs

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong interest in legislative process and policy advocacy
• Detail oriented
• Experience in public policy and advocacy is a strong plus
• Experience researching and tracking state and federal legislation
• Strong organizational skills

HOW TO APPLY

Please send your cover letter and resume to katie@massnow.org.

Fellow, Brown Center on Education Policy at Brookings Institution, Washington, DC

Fellow, Brown Center on Education Policy (Governance Studies Program)

Posted on: August 8, 2014
Posted by: Brown Center on Education Policy, Brookings Institution
Education requirements: PhD (Doctorate degree) 
Employment type: Full-time
Job location: Washington, DC

The Brookings Institution 

The Brookings Institution is a private nonprofit organization devoted to independent research and innovative policy solutions. Established in 1916, Brookings analyzes current and emerging issues and produces new ideas that matter - for the nation and the world.

Job Summary  

The Brown Center on Education Policy within the Governance Studies Program at the Brookings Institution is accepting applications for a Fellow with a strong background in quantitative research relevant to education policy. Under the supervision of the Director of the Brown Center, the Fellow will conduct research, writing, and outreach tasks related to his or her individual scholarship as well as to collaborative projects within the Brown Center. 

The Fellow will also raise money for research projects and interact with the media. The focus of the Brown Center is bringing the best evidence to bear on governmental decisions that affect policy and practice within the American education system from preschool to post secondary.

Qualifications  

The successful candidate will hold a PhD by December 30, 2015 in economics, public policy, psychology, political science, or a related discipline, or have completed all requirements for the PhD with the expectation that the candidate will obtain the PhD within six (6) months of starting at Brookings. He/she will have a record of publications based on quantitative research on topics of relevance to education policy, a history of involvement in projects funded through external grants, and evidence of communication skills suitable to the role of a public intellectual at Brookings.

A candidate may blend academic excellence with experience in the public, private, or academic sectors. The individual must have the ability to conduct state-of-the-art quantitative research, engage in outreach in order to affect public policy, and obtain grant funding. Salary will depend on the candidate's qualifications and experience, and will be commensurate with experience.

How to Apply

TO APPLY: http://www.brookings.edu/about/employment/position/2014/gov14157

Applicants should send a full CV or resume and a cover letter. The cover letter should include a one-page description of research interests, and a list of at least three (3) references. A review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Start date is negotiable, but no later than Summer 2015. 

Other Notes

Brookings welcomes applications from all qualified applicants, particularly women and minorities. Only applicants meeting minimum qualifications for the position will be considered. Successful completion of a background investigation is required for this position. No phone calls and no employment agencies please.

Women's Health Program Director, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, Washington, DC

Women's Health Program Director

Posted on: January 4, 2014
Posted by: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists

DESCRIPTION

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists is a not-for-profit membership organization supporting over 57,000 members/physicians across the country. As the experts in women's health we provide a wide range of services for the nation's leading group of professionals. Located in S.W. Washington, DC, we provide a positive, supportive work environment, excellent benefits and so much more! To learn more about our organization, please visit our Website at www.acog.org!

We are looking for a Senior Director, Gynecologic Practice who will coordinate and supervise work of committees and staff in the areas of gynecology, well-woman care, adolescent health care, and ethics. This position will also track, interpret, and report on gynecologic and professionalism issues requiring College attention and/or policy development.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Direct and oversee all activities in Division affecting medical professionalism
  Oversee the development and maintenance of publications on ethics (eg, Committee Opinions); stimulate the development of policies and activities for medical professionalism; seek outside sources of funding to support new interest areas and special projects; advise and facilitate the work of Committee on Ethics; hire and supervise staff, research issues relevant to College interests
• Direct and oversee all gynecologic, well-woman care, and adolescent health care activities in Division
  Through direction of the work of the Department staff, advise and facilitate the work of clinical committees (Clinical Document Review Panel/ Gynecology, Committee on Gynecologic Practice, Committee on Adolescent Health Care, Editorial Committee for Guidelines for Women's Health Care) and task forces in the areas of gynecology, well-woman care, and adolescent health care; oversee hiring and supervision of all staff for these areas; oversee the development and maintenance of practice publications in gynecology, well-woman care, and adolescent health care (eg, Guidelines for Women's Health Care, Guidelines for Adolescent Health Care, Committee Opinions, Technology Assessments, health records, ancillary publications); stimulate the development of policies and activities in the areas of gynecology, well-woman care, and adolescent health care; seek outside sources of funding to support new interest areas and special projects; research issues relevant to College interests; facilitate sessions on these areas at the Annual Clinical Meeting or other venues as needed.
• Serve as primary staff for the Committee on Ethics and the Clinical Document Review Panel/Gynecology
  Manage activities of the Clinical Document Review Panel/Gynecology and the Committee on Ethics, including developing and managing budgets, developing agendas and holding meetings, researching issues, overseeing development of minutes, carrying out work of committee as needed, and interpreting decisions to College committees, staff, and outside groups
• Participate in College policy and project development outside of Division
  Collaborate with other Divisions and participate in policy and project development for issues of overlapping interest; review materials for conformity with College policies and guidelines on gynecologic practice and medical professionalism
• Advise and represent Vice President of Practice Activities on issues of gynecologic practice and ethics.
  Advise the Vice President of Practice Activities on gynecologic practice and ethics; proactively promote College policy to Fellows, other professional organizations, managed care organizations, hospital administrators and leadership, public policymakers, and the public and respond to the same when interpretation of College policy is required; represent the Vice President in these areas as requested
• Represent the College to other organizations
  Develop and maintain effective liaison relationships with other organizations and agencies interested in gynecologic practice, well-woman care, and ethics; attend meetings related to these issues, advocating for College interests and interpreting and reporting on issues; coordinate the College's review and response to documents developed by other organizations; maintain awareness of content and policy issues affecting the specialty regarding clinical care and professional behavior; respond to Fellows, outside organizations, and individuals regarding College policies on these issues

REQUIREMENTS

• Master's degree in nursing, public health, or related fields preferred.
• Expertise generally gained by 10 years of experience in related positions.
• Background in women's health desirable.
• Experience in health administration or with related associations.
• Knowledge of the health care system and women's health care.
• Excellent communication skills; self-motivated and directed; excellent independent judgment and ability to take responsibility; supervisory experience.
• Ability to represent the College in a variety of situations.

The American College is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, who participates in EVerify. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, or any other classification as required by applicable law.

HOW TO APPLY


Interested or know someone who is? Please submit your cover letter and resume directly to our recruiter through the following site:

https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=7625381

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Advocacy and Communications Manager - Every Woman Every Child, United Nations Foundation, New York, NY

Advocacy and Communications Manager - Every Woman Every Child

Posted on: January 15, 2014
Application deadline: January 29, 2014
Posted by: United Nations Foundation

OVERVIEW

The Advocacy and Communications Manager for Every Woman Every Child is responsible for developing and executing advocacy and communications strategies to advance the goals of Every Woman Every Child, the Secretary-General's Global Strategy on Women's and Children's Health, launched in September 2010 (www.everywomaneverychild.org).

Every Woman Every Child is a global effort bringing together governments, philanthropic institutions and other funders, the United Nations and multilateral organizations, civil society and non-governmental organizations, the business community, health-care workers and professionals, and academic and research institutions around the world to help save the lives of 16 million women and children by 2015. The United Nations Foundation has been tasked with overseeing global communications and advocacy efforts and stewarding commitments from the private sector and ensuring momentum remains high through 2015 and beyond. The Advocacy and Communications Manager will be responsible for advocacy efforts and online and offline communications, including creating, editing, and posting original and partner content to www.everywomaneverychild.org, and sharing with affiliated campaigns. S/he will also be tasked with developing written materials and talking points for use by representatives of the UN Foundation and Every Woman Every Child partners. Working closely with the Senior Director of the Millennium Development Goals Initiatives, s/he will also raise awareness and energize diverse constituencies by developing and executing advocacy campaigns, policy tools, and supporting events around the Millennium Development Goals and the Post-2105 development framework.

The UN Foundation (UNF) was created in 1998 with entrepreneur and philanthropist Ted Turner's historic $1 billion gift to support UN causes and activities. UNF is an advocate for the UN and a platform for connecting people, ideas, and capital to help the United Nations solve global problems including decreasing child mortality, improving disaster relief, protecting diverse cultures and environments, creating a clean energy future, empowering women and girls, and improving U.S.-UN relations. UNF is a public charity that engages in advocacy, grant making, and building partnerships.

The Advocacy and Communications Manager is a member of the New York Team. S/he reports to the Senior Director of the Millennium Development Goals Initiatives, and will work closely with theEvery Woman Every Childteam, Public Affairs, Global Health, Women & Population, and Global Partnerships teams and other relevant campaigns at the UN Foundation.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with the Every Woman Every Child (EWEC) and Public Affairs teams to develop and execute strategic advocacy and communications plans (including print, broadcast, online, social media outreach, electronic communications, advocacy outreach and events) relevant to advancing the work of the EWEC;
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Develop and execute the advocacy and communications strategy for EWEC, including working with partners, and writing/editing public-facing EWEC materials such as fact sheets, talking points, event briefings, meeting summaries, press releases, and media advisories;
• Manage EWEC's online activities, including updates to and maintenance of the EWEC website, and development of innovative data visualizations such as infographics;
• Oversee execution of the monthly EWEC newsletter, advocacy call minutes and other regular communications;
• Help to implement the EWEC Roadmap, a series of events and other opportunities to raise awareness and undertake advocacy for EWEC;
• Assist with the formulation and execution of the EWEC events;
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with advocacy and communications counterparts within the EWEC community, including outreach to new partners and to build the EWEC contact database and securing press opportunities;
• Represent the EWEC at internal and external meetings, conferences, and events concerned with EWEC issues;
• Engage with other UN Foundation staff to ensure content sharing and synergy across campaigns;
• Stay abreast of new developments in the global health and development, including new commitments by all sectors, implementation progress, and key meetings and events;
• Support the Senior Director on additional projects around the Millennium Development Goals and the Post-2105 Development Framework;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated experience in the fields of global health or international development and with international campaigns;
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, work to deadlines with other team members with grace and effectiveness under pressure, and undertake independent problem solving;
• Excellent writing, editing, interpersonal, and oral communications skills;
• A demonstrated knowledge of global issues and the UN system, and an understanding of the UNF mission, programs, strategy and goals;
• Bachelor's degree or higher and at least 3-5 years of work experience in relevant areas such as international affairs, public policy, public health, journalism, or communications with communications outlets, governments, NGOs, the private sector, or the United Nations.
• Specific communication skills a plus, including:
  • Expertise in Powerpoint and Excel spreadsheet use for presentations and analyses;
  • Knowledge and prior use of HTML, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Fireworks
  • Proficiency in CRM & CMS — Convio and Joomla highly preferable.
  • Proficiency in the use of social media monitoring and analytics tools;
  • Knowledge of video editing software such as Final Cut Pro;
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally, and ability to work well on the road.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle stress.
• Ability to meet regular attendance/tardiness policy.

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION

Salary commensurate with experience. Actual salary will depend on qualifications and anticipated contribution to the Foundation.
UNF pays 100% of medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance premiums for its employees and 75% of medical and vision for employees' dependents.

In addition, UNF provides 20 days of paid vacation per year, 12 paid holidays, three personal days per year, an immediately vested 150% matching 403(b) contribution up to a limit of six-percent of employee pay, Metro Pass benefits, and flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care.

HOW TO APPLY

Go to https://careers-unfoundation.icims.com/jobs/1122/advocacy-and-communications-manager%2c-every-woman-every-child/job

ERT Advocacy & Policy Coordinator, International Rescue Committee, New York, NY

ERT Advocacy & Policy Coordinator

Posted on: December 7, 2013
Application deadline: February 6, 2014
Posted by: International Rescue Committee

DESCRIPTION

The Emergency Preparedness and Response Unit (EPRU) is the division of the International Programs Department responsible for maintaining the organization's readiness to respond to emergencies and mounting effective and rapid responses during complex humanitarian crises. The EPRU is made up of the Director of Emergency Preparedness and Response, the Senior Emergency Coordinator and Program Manager, along with the members of the Emergency Response Team (ERT). The ERT, under the leadership of the Senior Emergency Coordinator, consists of fifteen individuals with expertise in health, environmental health, advocacy & policy, operations, and finance.

SCOPE OF WORK

The ERT Advocacy & Policy Coordinator is a vital part of the Emergency Response Team and the Policy and Advocacy Team. During field deployment this role directly reports to the Emergency Field Director or designated country emergency lead. This position works in close collaboration with other IRC ERT members while in the field and is considered an integral member of the team.

The IRC ERT staff are expected to be deployed to the field - either in an emergency or in a roving capacity - for up to 75% of the time (9 months a year) and must be able to deploy to the site of an emergency within 72 hours of notification.

Members of the ERT can be deployed to either initiate a new emergency program in a crisis zone or support an existing IRC country program. The overall responsibility of the ERT is to rapidly and effectively develop, implement, and manage the IRC's onsite humanitarian response in order to meet the immediate needs of the affected population as well as influencing the global and local policy decisions that affect them.

Between field assignments, the ERT Advocacy & Policy Coordinator will report to IRC's Vice President for Public Policy and Advocacy in Washington, DC and function as a member of IRC's Public Policy and Advocacy Department. At all times, the ERT Advocacy & Policy Coordinator will conduct activities in close coordination with and support the advocacy efforts undertaken by the IRC offices in Washington DC, New York, London, Geneva, Brussels, and relevant IRC field offices.

The ERT Advocacy & Policy Coordinator will also work closely with representatives from other organizations in the field on collective action, coalition building, and direct advocacy activities to shape the policy environment and improve the practice of humanitarian action.

The ERT Advocacy & Policy Coordinator is responsible for developing and carrying out a coherent strategic approach to international and national advocacy initiatives targeted at appropriate international governments, national host governments, local authorities, major donors, UN Specialized Agencies, NGO Consortia, and other Nongovernmental Organizations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with the EPRU Director, Senior Emergency Coordinator, and ERT members to improve IRC's emergency response by identifying policy trends, reporting on key developments, analyzing ramifications of policy changes, and developing IRC advocacy strategy and actions.
• Support and coordinate with IRC's Public Policy and Advocacy Department during deployments in close cooperation with IRC London, IRC Geneva, IRC Brussels, and IRC field offices. Maintain an effective communication flow between all relevant IRC offices.
• Attend and represent the IRC at key meetings and promote IRC's viewpoints while working closely with relevant ERT members and IRC field staff as well as develop advocacy interventions based on IRC's policy and advocacy priorities.
• Seek to influence the policies of national, state and/or provincial, and local governments and municipal authorities in the field to improve the lives of people affected by persecution, disasters, and conflict. Advocate for policy change among relevant international governments and institutional donors.
• Liaise with refugees, displaced persons, and community leaders to understand their plight and develop advocacy actions to represent their views and improve their lives.
• Educate officials and policy makers, facilitate presentations by IRC experts, coordinate high-level meetings, provide field-based briefings, and conduct formal presentations as required.
• Develop and maintain a network of contacts and good working rapport with various United Nations offices, Intergovernmental Organizations, Host Government Ministries, NGO peer organizations, and NGO Consortia.
• Serve as one of IRC's public outreach focal points for advocacy and media campaigns as directed including the drafting of relevant communications and participating in public speaking opportunities representing IRC's priority messages.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of IRC's thematic priorities including durable solutions, urban refugees, humanitarian financing, women's protection and empowerment, refugee resettlement, and humanitarian access. Understand current trends in humanitarian action such as the Transformative Agenda, Humanitarian Reform and humanitarian architecture, Accountability to Affected Populations, Empirical Programming, Do No Harm, and Aid Effectiveness.
• Establish and convene an internal working group of experts across relevant offices of IRC to formulate organization-wide policy positions on relevant humanitarian issues.
• Assist IRC program staff with integrating advocacy actions into project design and implementation as well as support staff in empowering beneficiaries to become more effective advocates for themselves.

REQUIREMENTS

• Postgraduate degree in relevant subject including International Development, International Relations, or relevant field of study
• Minimum 5 years experience working in developing countries with at least 2 years in leadership positions in complex humanitarian and/or emergency settings with diverse geographical professional experience preferred
• Ability to maintain a flexible schedule that will allow for mandatory travel to crisis situations within 72 hours of notification
• Capacity to work long hours in stressful and often insecure environments for up to 3 months at a time
• Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills with an ability to focus both on internal issues as well as external demands
• Proven team-building and team leadership skills with an ability to maintain esprit de corps with a team that is often geographically dispersed
• Solid strategic thinking and analytical skills as well as flexibility to a changing work environment
• Excellent spoken and written English and proficiency in spoken French or Arabic
• Strong computer skills in Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Experience with various telecommunications equipment such as HF, VHF, RBGANs, SatPhone and ability to drive manual transmission 4-WDs

HOW TO APPLY

Please follow this link to apply:
http://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=c3RldmVueS41MDc0My40MzU4QGlyYy5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20