Religious Freedom Analyst

Cayuse Holdings • Washington, DC

19h • Onsite

About The Position

The Religious Freedom Analyst II provides support services to advance the client’s mission by monitoring global developments in religious freedom and developing strategies, initiatives, and policy responses to help embassies and other bureaus address them. The role reviews unclassified and classified information, conducts research, drafts documents, manages data entry in relevant computer systems, communicates verbally and in writing, and engages with internal and external stakeholders.

The analyst periodically travels to assigned countries or regions to support the Ambassador at Large, Senior Official, or other Office leadership, or to gather information and monitor country conditions. The position contributes to annual and other related reports, prepares information for policy and statutory visa ineligibility decisions, briefs Department officials, responds to information requests, and helps develop and implement outreach and engagement plans.

Requirements

• Familiarity with policy research and analysis in international relations or affairs, including policy issues, principles, concepts, and methods related to rights advocacy.
• Knowledge of laws, rules, policies, and regulations regarding human rights and religious freedom.
• Knowledge of research and analytical methods used to validate, evaluate, and interpret information from a variety of sources.
• Familiarity with various religious traditions and dynamics.
• Secret clearance required.
• Must be able to pass a background check; additional checks may be required by projects or clients during employment.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and articulately.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with high attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities; adaptability and ability to learn quickly.
• Self-motivation and 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.
• Physical and mental ability to perform duties for extended periods.
• Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools at sufficient speed to meet the demands of the position.
• Ability to sit for long periods while looking at a computer screen.

Responsibilities

• Review information from media sources, nongovernmental organizations, civil society and religious groups, privately provided information, and classified reporting channels.
• Travel periodically to assigned countries or regions to support Office leadership or 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 religious freedom and related rights.
• Provide periodic oral briefings for Department officials.
• Respond to requests for religious freedom information from the Department and other government agencies.
• Help compile project results and develop and assist in implementing strategic plans for outreach and engagement.
• 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: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed