Project HOPE is an international NGO of more than 1,000 engaged employees and hundreds of volunteers who work in more than 25 countries, responding to the world’s most pressing global health challenges. Throughout our 60-year legacy, Project HOPE has treated millions of patients and provided more than $3 billion worth of medicines to local health care organizations around the world. We have helped build hundreds of health programs from the ground up and responded to humanitarian crises worldwide.

Code of Conduct

It is our shared responsibility and obligation to treat each other with respect, take affirmative steps to prevent matters involving Sexual Exploitation & Abuse and Trafficking in Persons, and to disclose all potential and actual violations of our Code of Conduct, which may include Conflicts of Interest, Fraud, Corruption, Discrimination or Harassment.  Together we can reinforce a culture of respect, integrity, accountability, and transparency.

POSITION SUMMARY:  

The Senior Advisor for Policy & Advocacy will guide legislative and policy advocacy efforts at the national and global level. Reporting to the Director for Policy and Advocacy in the Office of the CEO, the incumbent will work collaboratively with the CEO, Global Health, Communications and the Project HOPE Senior Leadership Team to help set strategy, identify opportunities, and lead implementation of actions to further Project HOPE policy and advocacy goals.

The Senior Advisor will apply deep policy and advocacy expertise and elevate Project HOPE’s advocacy leadership. The Senior Advisor will bring strong understanding and linkages with the federal budget and legislative processes to influence and affect change. The Senior Advisor is expected to lead engagement on key topics, draft text for public engagement, represent Project HOPE in a variety of public and private events and briefings, provide strategic guidance, and to travel when needed to the field.

The position is hybrid and will be based in the Washington DC metro area regularly requiring participation at in-person at events and meetings.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Support development and implementation of Project HOPE strategies for engaging with the UN, US Administration, Congress and other federal and state entities – leading on key aspects where appropriate
•  Participate actively in setting Project HOPE’s strategic direction and focus in the area of public policy engagement as a thought leader
• Research, monitor, analyze and respond to global (UN) and federal issues that affect Project HOPE’s agenda and priorities
•  Work with CEO, Global Health Team, Communications/Media team, and field offices as appropriate to plan and produce consistent, thoughtful and timely outreach materials such as advocacy tools, issue briefs, position statements, social media content, and talking points
• Draft testimony, position papers, fact sheets, blogs, social media, and other outreach regarding public policy issues
• Organize and engage partner stakeholders as well as policy makers in public policy efforts on global health and humanitarian work
• Develop opportunities for Congressional and staff delegation visits to field sites
• Build and utilize relationships with Congressional staff and committees to educate decision- makers regarding bills and resolutions in relation to Project HOPE advocacy objectives. Explore opportunities for congressional hearings and briefings relevant to issues of concern
• Create and organize opportunities for Project HOPE staff to speak in formal settings
• Draft testimony for congressional hearings, policy statements and letters to Members of Congress
• Regularly use and update Project HOPE policy and advocacy tracking systems to track progress toward key goals
• Develop approach and materials to engage Project HOPE funding base regarding advocacy
• Create and manage systems to track critical information about key issues and policymakers
• Attend relevant meetings and represent Project HOPE in DC, NY, Geneva and other venues as necessary
• Visit field programs when needed
• Identify, track, and participate in policy and advocacy campaigns critical to the organization
• Build and maintain relationships with Administration staff, congressional staffes, and fellow NGO colleagues to advance policy goals
• Advise relevant HQ teams and field offices on key policy and legislative issues that affect Project HOPE’s work
•  Organize and lead Policy Advisory Calls as needed
• Respond to requests for information from Congress, Administration officials, UN agencies and other relevant entities
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 7 years of experience in legislative advocacy, US Congress, and governmental affairs, preferably in an international relief and development context
•  Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred
• Proven track record of accomplishments in legislative policy and advocacy, preferably in international relief, development and/or global health
• Strong knowledge of, and relationships with, key networks in the Washington, DC area on issues related to international relief, development, and global health
• In-depth knowledge of the humanitarian and development sector and global health
• In-depth knowledge of Administration and legislative processes, especially the Appropriations process
• Understanding of United Nations decision/negotiation processes as they relate to WHO, OCHA or other relevant agencies
• Understanding of relief and health development fieldwork, and understanding of the connections between policy considerations to their field-level implications
• Understanding of work with diverse and resource poor populations
• Very strong written communication skills as well as public speaking and presentation skills
• Proven planning and analytical skills to evaluate complex situations and recommend next steps/solutions
• Clear and strategic thinker with a proven ability to work independently, handling multiple tasks and priorities with minimum supervision
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of Congressional Quarterly products preferred.
• Ability to travel
• Commitment to Project HOPE’s mission and beliefs

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical demands:  

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be mobile in an office environment and able to use standard office equipment.
• Must be able to communicate in verbal and written form and must be able to travel internationally.
• Project HOPE employees may be required to travel or work in countries where working conditions are classified as “hardship.”

Work environment:

• Typical office environment with exposure to a minimal noise level.
• Emergency deployments may be in resource-deprived environments with austere living conditions.
• Travel for extended periods may be by air and/or other modes of transportation.
• While international travel is not a regular part of every job, programmatic needs may require it intermittently.
• Project HOPE employees may be required to travel or work in countries where working conditions are classified as “hardship.

Salary range starting at $92,000 USD per year based on candidates residing in the US. Compensation for the role is dependent on several factors including a candidate’s location, qualifications, skills, and experience. Project HOPE offers comprehensive benefits as part of the total compensation package including health, dental, vision and life insurance, 403(b), paid leave, and much more. 

For more information about our benefits please visit our benefits page.

Due to the large number of inquiries, we receive, only candidates who have met the required experience & qualifications for this position will be considered. No phone calls please.

However, since we are active around the world in the field of public health, we may wish to retain your CV in our database for other/future opportunities, unless you direct us otherwise.

Thank you very much for your interest in Project HOPE.