Policy & Advocacy Assistant

Nonviolent Peaceforce • Washington, DC

11d • $19 - $21 • Hybrid

About The Position

Nonviolent Peaceforce U.S. (NPUS) is seeking a Policy and Advocacy Assistant to support its Advocacy team within the External Engagement function. The role supports advocacy to the U.S. government and the broader work of the global Policy and Advocacy team, with a particular focus on the federal appropriations process. Reporting to the U.S. Policy and Advocacy Manager, the assistant will represent NP in coalition meetings, submit congressional appropriations requests, and meet with congressional staff to explain the importance of key foreign assistance funds. The role also supports advocacy for unarmed civilian protection (UCP) methodologies through legislative, policy, and other advocacy opportunities. Training and feedback will be provided.

The position is temporary, part-time, and hourly, expected to run from January 2027 through May 2027. The expected schedule is 15–19 hours per week, with at least one day per week in person at NP’s Washington, D.C. office. The position is hybrid.

Requirements

• Be well-versed in advocacy strategies and forums.
• Understand the U.S. government legislative process.
• Have knowledge of current events and social issues, and an interest in civilian protection and nonviolent methods.
• Demonstrate independent judgment and analytical ability.
• Manage information with discretion.
• Set priorities, solve problems, and analyze information.
• Show attention to detail.
• Be flexible, energetic, and adaptable.
• Work effectively in a diverse team environment and build and manage relationships.
• Use MS Office Suite, email, and the internet proficiently.
• Have strong written and spoken English communication and interpersonal skills.
• Have experience working with multicultural teams.
• Clearly articulate complex ideas to policymakers and colleagues.
• Write clearly and concisely, follow written and verbal directions, and work autonomously.
• Commit to cooperative work, personal growth, and Nonviolent Peaceforce’s mission.
• Meet the physical and communication demands described under Working Conditions, including prolonged sitting or standing, operating office equipment, working in small or enclosed spaces, and exchanging accurate information.

Nice To Haves

• Current or recent graduate student.
• Previous experience with the U.S. congressional appropriations process.

Responsibilities

• Research the impacts of U.S. government foreign aid funding.
• Submit federal appropriations requests to key congressional offices.
• Educate congressional staff on the roles of key foreign aid accounts.
• Draft advocacy materials based on NP’s program and policy work.
• Track legislative developments and relevant committee hearings.
• Review and summarize policies, statements, and other documents related to conflict contexts.
• Represent NP in civil society meetings and events, take notes, and prepare meeting readouts.
• Support NP program teams in participating in broader civil society organizing efforts.
• Support event preparation.
• Assist with data management tasks.
• Format public documents.
• Contribute to additional advocacy projects as needed.
• Uphold NP’s principles of nonviolence, non-partisanship, primacy of local actors, and civilian-to-civilian action.

Benefits

• Mentorship and feedback.
• Supervision.
• Opportunities to participate in meetings and projects aligned with the candidate’s interests.
• Development of high-level policy analysis skills and exposure to advocacy strategy.
• Experience working with and contributing to an international nongovernmental organization.
• Deeper understanding of humanitarian protection principles and programming.
• Membership in a community committed to learning and growing together.
• Professional work atmosphere.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed