Senior Policy and Advocacy Associate

4 days ago

Washington, United States Helping Hand For Relief And Development Inc. Full time

As a leader to empower lives, creating opportunities and strengthen the bond of humanity. HHRD is committed to serve humanity by integrating resources for people in need. We strive to provide immediate response in disasters, and effective Programs in places of suffering, for the pleasure of Allah.

Who Are We:

HHRD is a global humanitarian relief and development organization responding to human sufferings in emergency and disaster situations around the world. In addition to our emergency relief efforts in natural or man-made disasters, we also work on long term relief and development programs.

Core Values
  • Mutual Respect: Recognize the innate worth of all people and the value of diversity
  • Equity and Justice: Work to ensure equal opportunity for everyone, irrespective of race, gender, color, class, ethnicity, disability and location
  • Care for All: Provide care for vulnerable groups; orphans, widows and elderly people
  • Honesty and Transparency: Being accountable at all levels for the effectiveness of our actions and open in our judgments and communications with others
  • Self Respect: To help the poor without the feeling of humiliation
  • Solidarity with the Poor: Powerless and excluded will be the only bias in our commitment to the fight against poverty
Position Overview:

Helping Hand for Relief and Development (HHRD) is seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Policy and Advocacy Associate to lead its policy and advocacy efforts. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in advocacy and policy work, with the ability to independently drive initiatives across multiple issue areas. This role will involve regular engagement with congressional offices, government agencies, and civil society stakeholders. Occasional travel may be required. A strong commitment to HHRD’s faith-based vision, mission, and values is essential.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead all aspects of congressional advocacy, including scheduling, preparing agendas, and managing follow-up for meetings with congressional offices.
  • Coordinate and lead meetings with government agencies, partners, and other key stakeholders.
  • Engage with partners, donors, community members, and policy professionals to advance HHRD’s advocacy and policy objectives.
  • Represent HHRD at public forums, conferences, and events related to policy advocacy.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across the community and partner organizations.
  • Draft reports, white papers, policy briefs, talking points, and other internal and external communications.
  • Regularly brief HHRD leadership and staff on policy initiatives and advocacy efforts.
  • Conduct thorough research on key policy areas and stakeholders to support advocacy initiatives.
  • Track and analyze policy developments relevant to HHRD’s advocacy goals.
  • Develop and implement policy and advocacy campaigns, as well as partnerships and outreach strategies to support these campaigns.
  • Participate in organizational events, retreats, and conferences, and contribute to internal projects.
  • Support the development and execution of HHRD’s annual policy and advocacy agenda and goals.
  • Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.
Work Schedule and Requirements:
  • Work from the office 2-3 days per week as part of the hybrid work schedule.
  • Be available to attend evening and weekend events as required to support HHRD’s advocacy and communication efforts.
  • Some travel may be required for meetings, events, and organizational initiatives.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required; Master’s degree preferred.
  • Minimum of two years of experience in a related field, such as congressional or state legislative work, policy advocacy, or lobbying.
  • Strong understanding of federal policy and legislative processes, particularly as they pertain to international NGOs.
  • Excellent writing, communication, and interpersonal skills, including public speaking.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite and familiarity with policy software and web-based advocacy tools.
  • Ability to produce high-quality written materials and manage multiple projects with strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines.
  • Demonstrated professionalism, judgment, and the ability to build relationships with high-level stakeholders.
Preferred Skills:
  • Experience in networking with high-level individuals and organizations.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable advocacy strategies.
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency with Bloomberg Government and other policy tracking tools.
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