Country: United States of America
Closing date: 23 Oct 2017
Background/IRC Summary: The International Rescue Committee helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover, and gain control of their future. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC works with people forced to flee from war, conflict and disaster and the host communities that support them, as well as with those who remain within their homes and communities. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure.
Job Overview/Summary:
The IRC is recruiting for a Policy and Planning Officer to assist with running the President's Office Policy and Planning Department. Reporting to the Director of Policy and Planning, the Officer will support the Office's efforts to research and develop positions on internal and external policy debates, vet and propose alternative thinking, stimulus, and partnerships, conduct administrative aspects of internal processes and procedures executed from the President's Office, and take on special projects as requested.
Previous professional or academic experience in policy research and analysis is preferred and proficiency with Microsoft Office is mandatory. A top applicant will be a detail-oriented self-starter with strong communication skills across multiple mediums and a demonstrated ability to think critically. S/he must be enthusiastic and have excellent research, writing and organizational skills.
Major Responsibilities:
1 Administration and Coordination
- Coordinate and follow up Leadership Board and Senior Leaders Group meetings to ensure action items are tracked and agendas reflect strategic priorities
- Convene internal and external stakeholders to discuss, debate and inform IRC and CEOs policy positions.
Coordinate travel planning for IRC's President and CEO
1 Research and Writing
Conduct policy research on topics identified by the Director of Policy and Planning
Draft copy for internal and external communications, including emails, letters, and general correspondence
Identify interesting articles and publications to inform Policy and Planning work and CEO
Research organizations, thinkers and influencers that could partner with the President's Office
Minute meetings where appropriate
Fact check articles, op-eds, and papers as requested
1 Project Management
Manages special projects as required.
Key Working Relationships:
Position Reports to: Director of Policy and Planning Position directly supervises: N/A
Indirect Reporting: President and CEO Other Internal and/or external contacts:
Internal:
- President's Office Administrative Assistant
- President's Office Executive Assistant
- Policy and Practice Department, Programs Departments, Global Philanthropy and Partnership Department
External:
- N/A
Job Requirements:
- Post graduate degree in international relations, development or other relevant degree.
- At least 3 years of related experience, preferably for an International Non-Governmental Organization or related institution.
- Excellent organizational skills: the ability to work independently & productively in a fast-paced environment and ability to effectively see projects through from start to finish.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills: the ability to successfully and effectively liaise with a variety of people in a multi-cultural environment and work on a virtual team.
- Flexible work attitude, proactive and demonstrated creativity: the ability to work productively in a team environment, anticipate issues before they arise, and problem solve creatively with minimal guidance.
- Fluency in English, both verbal and written is required.
- Excellent Computer skills: proficient in all MS Office, and some knowledge of database management and website development would be an asset.
Working Environment: NYC Office
How to apply:
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