Religious Freedom Analyst, Junior

Cayuse Holdings • Washington, DC

6d • $48 - $52 • Onsite

About The Position

The Religious Freedom Analyst, Junior supports the client’s mission by monitoring global developments in religious freedom and helping develop strategies, initiatives, and policy responses for embassies and other bureaus. The role involves reviewing unclassified and classified information, conducting research, drafting documents, entering data into appropriate systems, communicating with stakeholders, and supporting policy and reporting activities. An active Secret clearance is required.

The analyst may periodically travel to assigned countries or regions to support office leadership or gather information and monitor country conditions. The position works in a professional office environment and may require onsite work in the main office, a flexible schedule that includes holidays, travel, and hours outside normal business hours.

Requirements

• Active Secret clearance is required.
• Must be able to pass a background check; additional checks may be required by projects or clients during employment.
• Familiarity with policy research and analysis in international relations or affairs, including rights-advocacy policy issues, principles, concepts, and methods.
• Knowledge of laws, rules, policies, and regulations regarding human rights and religious freedom.
• Knowledge of research and analytical methods for validating, evaluating, and interpreting information from varied sources.
• Familiarity with various religious traditions and dynamics.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and articulately.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities, adapt to change, and learn quickly.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multifunctional team.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
• Strong analysis and research skills to provide recommendations and technical advice and participate in meetings and discussions.
• Ability to perform duties for extended periods and use a computer and other office productivity tools at the speed required by the position.
• Ability to sit for long periods while looking at a computer screen.

Responsibilities

• Review information from media, nongovernmental organizations, civil society and religious groups, privately provided sources, and classified reporting channels.
• Travel periodically to assigned countries or regions in support of office leadership or to gather information and monitor country conditions.
• Help compile and contribute information to the annual International Religious Freedom Report and other related reports.
• Prepare information for entry into relevant computer systems and to inform policy determinations and decisions regarding statutory visa ineligibility.
• Brief officials on the implications of developments in religious freedom.
• Draft and edit written products concerning the state of religious freedom and related rights.
• Provide periodic oral briefings for Department officials.
• Respond to requests for information on religious freedom from within the Department and other government agencies.
• Help compile project results, develop strategic plans for outreach and engagement, and assist with their implementation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Wellness program.
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and commuter expenses.
• Short-term and long-term disability options.
• Company-provided basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Voluntary life and AD&D options.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with matching after one year.
• Paid time off.

What This Job Offers

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