Refugee and Protection Policy Advisor - Washington, United States - Global Refuge

Global Refuge

Verified Company

Washington, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

If you are passionate about transforming communities with a mission-driven organization, then we have the opportunity for you

The Refugee and Protection Policy Advisor will advise and carry out Global Refuge's policy and advocacy efforts in collaboration with the Vice President for Advocacy and Policy and other Global Refuge staff to ensure the organization achieves its overall objectives in refugee resettlement, climate displacement and other protection-based permanent migration pathways recognized by the U.S.

government.

The Refugee Policy Advisor will work with Global Refuge program and policy staff to help shape and execute advocacy priorities and policy recommendations and will support Global Refuge partners and networks in through direct working relationships, participation in policy development, advocacy planning and events, network communication and coordination.

Global Refuge, formerly known as Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS), is a nonprofit serving newcomers seeking safety, support, and a share in the American dream.

Since 1939, we have welcomed those seeking refuge, upholding a legacy of compassion and grace for people in crisis.

We walk alongside individuals, families, and children as they begin their new lives in the United States through our work in refugee resettlement, welcome and respite services for asylum seekers, economic empowerment and employment, and family unification for unaccompanied children.

To date, we have served over 750,000 people from around the globe. Our comprehensive services leverage our extensive organizational expertise as well as government, community, and faith partnerships.

Attracting and retaining the best talent is vital to our continued growth and we are proud to offer an excellent benefits package including:

medical, dental, vision available the first day of employment,

- professional development, tuition reimbursement,
- generous paid time off including 20 days of vacation, 12 days of sick leave, 12 paid holidays,

12 weeks of fully paid parental leave and up to 12 weeks of fully paid FMLA leave,

- company 403(b) contribution of 3%, an additional 7% match which vests immediately,

Family Building benefits for reproductive procedures, adoption/foster care assistance, and

- an annual wellness benefit that can be customized to support your personal needs including funding enrichment classes, gym memberships, and healthy eating plans (to name a few) all in an inclusive and progressive environment

At Global Refuge, welcoming newcomers isn't just our duty-it's an inherent part of our identity, rooted in our Lutheran heritage and inspired values and serving as a testament to our unwavering commitment to those in search of refuge.

Please join us as we make a difference in the lives of newcomers.

DUTIES

Work with Global Refuge refugee resettlement and Advocacy and Policy staff to address programmatic and policy elements of the refugee resettlement process, from overseas identification and processing to domestic resettlement and integration.
Work with Global Refuge staff and affiliates to address programmatic and policy elements around protectionbased permanent migration pathways and climate displacement as appropriate.
Liase with Congressional and Administration stakeholders representing Global Refuge refugee resettlement programmatic and policy positions.
Liase with Congressional and Administration stakeholders along with the Global Refuge Advocacy and Policy team on climate displacement and protectionbased permanent migration pathways
Coordinate, lead, and attend advocacy meetings with congressional and executive branch staff to communicate and advance Global Refuge policy positions

Tasks specifically include:

track legislation and appropriations deadlines; help draft responses and FAQs to inquiries about refugee resettlement from the media, policymakers, partners, and allies; share and develop advocacy materials related to Global Refuge priority issues in resettlement policy specifically and in climate displacement and protection-based permanent pathways as appropriate; and act as Global Refuge representative to both internal and external colleagues on these issues.

Lead and participate in NGO coalition meetings related to these issues areas representing Global Refuge and engage in dialogue and collaborative thinking about shared advocacy goals.
As appropriate, represent Global Refuge on panels, conferences, webinars, etc. related to refugee resettlement and other portfolio areas including other protectionbased permanent pathways.
Draft and develop Global Refuge materials reflecting organizational policy and programmatic goals, programs, and positions.
Lead logístical planning for certain events and coordinate direct outreach to Global Refuge partners and constituents (make requests for specific advocacy actions, plan advocacy events including briefings, webinars, and conference calls, accompany constituents