Senior Specialist, Government Relations

CRS

Washington, DC, United States
On-site
Develop and lead advocacy strategy
Represent crs in meetings
Coordinate with us government agencies
The Specialist will develop, lead, and implement an advocacy strategy to advance agency priority activities related to U.S. foreign policy, global hunger, global health, and international assistance

Job Summary

  • The Specialist will develop, lead, and implement an advocacy strategy to advance agency priority activities related to U.S. foreign policy, global hunger, global health, and international assistance.
  • Roles include representing CRS in meetings with congressional offices and administration departments, planning communications, and developing advocacy resources.
  • CRS offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, vision, and a generous retirement savings plan.

Matching Summary

The Specialist will develop, lead, and implement an advocacy strategy to advance agency priority activities related to U.S. foreign policy, global hunger, global health, and international assistance.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Develop and lead advocacy strategy
  • Represent CRS in meetings
  • Coordinate with US government agencies
  • Develop policy briefs and fact sheets
  • Synthesize overseas experience for policy
  • Collaborate with Catholic Church partners

Nice-to-have

  • Work effectively in a bi-partisan manner
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Demonstrated judgment in relationship management
  • Ability to think holistically
  • Work well with diverse staff

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in relevant field
  • Minimum of eight years' work experience
  • Demonstrated performance in developing advocacy strategies
  • Working knowledge of Catholic Church structures
  • Working knowledge of Catholic Social Teaching
  • Experience with web-based collaboration tools

Work Rights

Not specified

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