Job Description

Description:

We are seeking a seasoned and dynamic Senior Policy Advisor specializing in foreign policy to lead research, strategy, and implementation in both U.S. and international policy landscapes. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in international relations and federal policy, complemented by significant private-sector experience. This role demands a strategic thinker who can adapt to dynamic environments, manage multiple responsibilities, and foster cross-sector partnerships. The Senior Policy Advisor will work closely with the organization’s growing team, collaborating across departments and stakeholders to achieve impactful outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders, including local and international government officials, multilateral organizations, and private-sector leaders;
• Conduct in-depth research and analysis of U.S. and foreign policy issues, producing high-quality memos, white papers, memoranda, reports and proposals for leadership and external stakeholders;
• Manage the relationship between the established nonprofit 501(c)3 and 501(c)4 partners in the ecosystem;
• Monitor foreign policy agenda, analyzing outcomes, and identifying obstacles to success;
• Analyze, source, and review information to formulate and propose policy recommendations;
• Monitor and evaluate geopolitical and economic developments, legislative agendas and regulatory reviews or reforms to identify risks and opportunities;
• Leverage private-sector expertise to inform policy strategies, ensuring alignment with global trends and organizational goals;
• Build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders, including government officials, multilateral organizations, and private-sector leaders;
• Represent the organization in high-level engagements, such as negotiations, conferences, and policy forums;
• Exhibit excellent people skills by fostering collaboration across teams, mentoring staff, and building trust with partners;
• Support organizational growth by assisting in the recruitment, onboarding, and development of new team members;
• Demonstrate adaptability, creativity, and leadership in a fast-paced, start-up-like environment.

Qualifications:

• Master’s/JD degree international relations, public policy, business, or a related field; 
• 8-10 years of professional experience, including substantial roles in both foreign policy and the private sector;
• Proficiency in drafting policy-related deliverables, including memos, white papers, and strategic proposals, with exceptionally strong writing skills that are clear, concise, and persuasive;
• Experience working with multilateral organizations, think tanks, or international corporations;
• Strong managerial skills with experience leading teams, coordinating cross-functional efforts, and mentoring staff;
• Expertise in specific foreign policy areas, such as trade, global security, climate diplomacy, international development, or human rights;
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a talent for building trust and fostering collaboration;

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of global economic trends and their implications for foreign and domestic policies;
• Familiarity with digital tools for research, analysis, and collaboration, including data visualization and project management platforms;
• Demonstrated ability to navigate political and cultural sensitivities in complex geopolitical environments;
• Strong presentation skills, with experience delivering insights to diverse audiences, including high-level stakeholders.

Travel:

Occasional travel may be required.

Other Information:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee incumbent in this position. The employee will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties. Open communication and feedback with the ED is encouraged, especially as the job evolves. A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities listed above are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to accommodate individuals with disabilities reasonably. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

ACMER is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. ACMER does not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.

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