Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

If you are passionate about transforming communities with a mission-driven organization, then we have the opportunity for you!

Reporting to the Vice President for Advocacy and Policy the Advocacy and Policy Coordinator will support Global Refuge's Advocacy team and is responsible for providing administrative, logistical, and technical support for the team's daily office needs. The role will also provide supplemental research capacity for short-, medium-, and long-term projects across Global Refuge's policy portfolios. The Advocacy and Policy Coordinator is also responsible for managing the records pertaining to program expenditures and taking the lead in organizing the activities and events, for the department. From small project management to meeting and event planning, and working with internal and external partners, this is a critical role for a fast-paced and dynamic team. This role will also involve surging research, drafting, and editing capabilities as Global Refuge takes on greater, external-facing policy leadership.

This position can be remote with trips to Washington, D.C. as needed.

Global Refuge, formerly known as Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS), is a nonprofit serving newcomers seeking safety, support, and a share in the American dream. Since 1939, we have welcomed those seeking refuge, upholding a legacy of compassion and grace for people in crisis. We walk alongside individuals, families, and children as they begin their new lives in theUnited States through our work in refugee resettlement, welcome and respite services for asylum seekers, economic empowerment and employment, and family unification for unaccompanied children. To date, we have served over 750,000 people from around the globe. Our comprehensive services leverage our extensive organizational expertise as well as government, community, and faith partnerships.

Attracting and retaining the best talent is vital to our continued growth and we are proud to offer an excellent benefits package including:

• medical, dental, and vision available on the first day of employment,
• professional development, tuition reimbursement,
• generous paid time off including 20 days of vacation, 12 days of sick leave, 12 paid holidays,
• 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave and up to 12 weeks of fully paid FMLA leave,
• company 403(b) contribution of 3%, an additional 7% match which vests immediately,
• Family Building benefits for reproductive procedures, adoption/foster care assistance, and
• an annual wellness benefit that can be customized to support your personal needs including funding enrichment classes, gym memberships, and healthy eating plans (to name a few) all in an inclusive and progressive environment!

At Global Refuge, welcoming newcomers isn't just our duty-it's an inherent part of our identity, rooted in our Lutheran heritage and inspired values and serving as a testament to our unwavering commitment to those in search of refuge.Please join us as we make a difference in the lives of newcomers.

DUTIES

• Provide administrative and logistical support for the Advocacy/Policy team, including meeting outreach and scheduling, event planning and coordination, agenda creation for activities and events, file organization, and note-taking during internal and external Global Refuge meetings and events.
• Coordinate high-level outreach to administrative agencies, congressional offices, and coalitions, support the planning and coordination of internal and external meetings, manage reports, and email listservs, and schedule virtual and in-person meetings as needed.
• Facilitate engagements, including internal and external Global Refuge meetings, webinars, events, press conferences, and Capitol Hill briefings, and support the overall coordination and facilitation of Advocacy Days and Fly-In events that Global Refuge both participates in and leads.
• Receive, sort, compile, and summarize nternal and external documents, reports, and resources, and manage the overall organization of the department's shared OneDrive.
• Manage the shared Outlook Advocacy inbox and professionally respond to inquiries on behalf of the Global Refuge Advocacy and Policy team.
• Submit the department's monthly expense reimbursement reports.

Research

• Manage research project responsibilities, in collaboration with Global Refuge colleagues and external partners.
• Draft concept notes, proposals, summaries, citations, and other related research policy projects as assigned by the Vice President for Advocacy and Policy.
• Support research and development on issues related to immigrants, refugees, asylum seekers, unaccompanied children, and relevant policy updates that emerge relating to the priorities of the department.
• Support the Global Refuge network of academic and practitioner partners on key policy initiatives and coordinate these efforts with Global Refuge's policy priorities.
• Track policy developments and relevant studies using internal and external sources, including media, Congress.gov, academic sources, and Quorum.
• Support the development of internal educational resources for the department and external resources shared with the Global Refuge network.

Technical

• Create and provide technical support for Global Refuge-led Zoom calls, briefings, and webinars.
• Edit and format external-facing policy materials, including backgrounders.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• College degree required preferably in International Relations, English, Comparative Studies or a similar field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of one year of administrative support and technical support experience in an office setting (or equivalent). This requirement can be demonstrated through internships as well as full-time work.
• Experience needed in scholarly research in a relevant immigration field.
• Ability to work independently, multi-task, and meet deadlines using discretion in confidential matters.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a diverse range of individuals.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office.
• Proficient use of Quorum and/or Salesforce is preferred but not required. Willingness to become proficient is expected.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems.
• Organizing and coordinating skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Can-do attitude and willingness to pitch into collective efforts.
• Readiness to respond to legislative events as they happen, including pressing timelines that may occasionally involve nights and weekends.
• Demonstrated interest in US immigration policy and Global Refuge's mission.
• Experience with and commitment to working in a diverse workforce.
• Commitment to Global Refuge's core mission and values and an ability to model those values in relationships with colleagues and partners; commitment to empowering refugees and migrants.

Global Refuge is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.We participate in E-Verify.

We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package in an innovative and rewarding work environment. Salaries are based on the latest ma