Monday, June 30, 2014

Jubilee USA Network - Policy and Advocacy Associate

The Policy and Advocacy Associate position is an internship that works closely with Jubilee USA's policy team on our newest advocacy campaigns. Encompassing both policy and advocacy, this position will include a wide range of research, writing, lobbying, outreach, organizing and policy education that supports Jubilee's campaign priorities. Tasks include:
  • Maintain Jubilee's advocacy databases
  • Support the policy and advocacy team in communications with Congress and DC-based partner organizations
  • Update advocacy-related content for Jubilee website
  • Research and write Jubilee materials used for outreach to policymakers and the public
  • Assist in outreach to Jubilee's grassroots community, through phone calls, email communication and meetings on specific campaigns
  • Communicate with faith communities about newest activities and campaigns
  • Work closely with Jubilee's advocacy team to design and implement grassroots campaigns including grassroots-friendly education, worship and campaign materials
  • Work closely with and support a network of volunteers across the country
  • Design and implement e-activism and new media campaigns
  • Provide administrative support including:
  • Data entry: Entering new supporters and updating existing supporters in our databases
  • Office functions: Assist with mailings and other related administrative work to support Jubilee's grassroots, development and policy activities
  • Attend Jubilee USA Network meetings, coalition events and related conferences
Qualifications
 
Jubilee USA Network is building an international economy that serves, protects and promotes the participation of the most vulnerable. Jubilee USA Network has won critical global financial reforms and more than $130 billion in debt relief for the world's poorest people. We are an alliance of more than 75 US organizations, 300 faith communities and 50 Jubilee global partners.

Jubilee associate positions are for qualified individuals with an expressed interest in working on debt cancellation, human rights and global economic justice. The positions provide an exciting opportunity for individuals looking to gain experience in a dynamic nonprofit.

Jubilee USA associate positions are unpaid but we do have a modest monthly travel stipend. Arrangements can also be made to receive academic credit for the experience.

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants should have strong written and verbal skills, attention to detail, a passion for working on global justice issues and have a strong knowledge of issues of debt and foreign economic policy. Knowledge of computer programs such as Excel and Word and familiarity with online communications is desired. Ability to work as part of a team is necessary. We give applicants that can work 40 hours a week a higher priority but we are flexible.

TO APPLY: Jubilee is currently accepting applications for the Fall (September- December). We will also accept early applications for the Spring - if you would like to be considered for the Spring please specify that in your introductory email.

Please submit your application to Jubilee USA Network at internships@jubileeusa.org with the name of the position for which you are applying in the subject line (ex. Subject: Communications & Media Application) and the following documents attached:

A cover letter
Up-to-date resume
1-2 page writing sample
If you have not followed these application instructions, we will not consider your application.

To read more about the position, log in to your Career4Terps (C4T) account(http://www.careercenter.umd.edu/) and search for the job title.