David Paul Policy Fellow

AFSC job board•Washington, DC

21h•Hybrid

About The Position

The David Paul Policy Fellow serves as an integral member of the American Friends Service Committee’s public policy and advocacy team, contributing to policy research, analysis, advocacy strategy, and grassroots engagement in support of AFSC’s mission and strategic priorities. Working collaboratively with OPPA staff, the Fellow applies relevant academic, community-based, or professional knowledge to analyze policy developments, develop advocacy materials, and support engagement with policymakers and coalition partners. The fellowship also provides opportunities for continued learning and professional development in public policy and advocacy. This is a one-year, full-time, non-exempt hourly position based in Washington, D.C., with a hybrid schedule requiring two days per week in the office. The role reports to the Director of Public Policy and Strategy and includes occasional travel for meetings and conferences. The position is represented and at-will. Regular attendance and punctuality are required; the Fellow must operate safely and follow policies and procedures. Other related duties and projects may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
At least one year of relevant applied experience in public policy, advocacy, research, legislative affairs, or related work. Qualifying experience may come from employment, internships, community-based advocacy, volunteer service, or substantive academic research and policy projects.
Demonstrated ability to research and analyze policy issues, synthesize information from multiple sources, prepare written materials for different audiences, and contribute to policy advocacy and engagement activities.
Ability to work evenings and/or weekends and travel as required.
Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
Experience with standard Microsoft Office and related technology.
Ability to work under tight time constraints in a high-volume environment with multiple priorities.
Demonstrated ability to work and communicate with diverse staff.
Respect for Quaker values and testimonies, and support for AFSC principles and philosophy, including non-violence and the intrinsic worth of every individual.
Respect for and sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, racial, gender, and religious diversity, and familiarity with non-violent approaches to problem solving.
Ability to organize, plan ahead, prioritize multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
Demonstrated dedication to fairness, equity, and inclusion across race, class, nationality, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, and disability.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Political Science, Public Policy, International Relations, Sociology, Social Justice, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education, community-based learning, lived experience, and relevant policy research or advocacy experience.

Responsibilities

Support thematic policy staff in functions that advance AFSC’s strategic plan goals related to policy change.
Contribute to strategy and planning processes to identify openings, key contacts, and priority activities.
Gather, analyze, and share information from congressional hearings, coalition meetings, and other sources.
Draft communications and advocacy materials for policymakers, grassroots advocates, and other audiences.
Schedule, support, and participate in congressional and agency meetings for staff and visiting experts.
Coordinate advocacy days, briefings, trainings, webinars, and other events.
Expand AFSC’s social media engagement for policy change.
Travel occasionally for meetings and conferences.
Maintain regular attendance and punctuality, operate safely, and follow policies and procedures.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned.