Advocacy Summit Assistant

Bread For The World, Inc•Washington, DC

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Bread for the World is a Christian advocacy organization urging U.S. decision makers to do all they can to pursue a world without hunger. Our mission is to educate and equip people to advocate for policies and programs that can help end hunger in the U.S. and around the world. Bread for the World seeks a passionate and detail-oriented assistant to help plan and execute our annual Advocacy Summit. Each year over 200 Bread members gather in Washington D.C. to hear from impressive keynotes, stand with stakeholders and learn from policy experts about the most pressing anti-hunger issues. The Advocacy Summit culminates with members going to Capitol Hill to advocate for Bread's legislative priorities. This time-limited position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause while assisting with event planning and advocacy.

Requirements

High school diploma, a recent graduate or pursuing a bachelor’s degree with some prior office work experience.
Be detail-oriented, flexible, organized, and able to meet deadlines. Capable of completing projects with limited oversight.
Interest in the intersection between government relations, advocacy, and logistics.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (written, oral, and electronic).
Commitment to the mission of Bread for the World.

Nice To Haves

Experience with event planning and grassroots organizing is desirable.
Prior understanding of Capitol Hill a plus.

Responsibilities

Supports the logistics of the summit by scheduling Congressional meetings, compiling event briefings, correspondences, and material preparations.
Confirms and accurately tracks House and Senate lobby meetings scheduled. Coordinates with Government Relations and Organizing/FE staff to ensure lobby visits are scheduled with appropriate congressional staff and members of Congress. Communicates as necessary with Advocacy Summit registrants regarding their meetings.
Assist with the preparation and implementation of advocacy presentations.
Conduct research on relevant policy issues, legislative updates, and best practices in advocacy to inform Summit content and messaging.
Works with Communications department to keep lobby day website updated with scheduled meetings and other information as necessary.
Assist with planning annual Congressional reception.
Serves as point of contact for all lobby visit related inquiries. Work with Congressional staff to ensure day of advocacy logistics run smoothly.
Provides administrative support as needed.
Other responsibilities as assigned.

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