WORK WITH POLIGON
Policy and Advocacy Manager
About the Organization
Poligon Education Fund is a national, nonpartisan non-profit dedicated to strengthening American Muslim engagement with Congress. Launched in January 2017, we hit the ground running through our Congressional advocacy community trainings, policy education, and direct advocacy on critical issues including the Muslim travel ban, hunger and poverty, and federal Coronavirus relief packages.
This position is ideal for someone with a passion for civil rights/anti-Islamophobia work and social, racial, and economic justice. They should have significant experience working in these issue areas, be familiar with the American Muslim community and their priority issues, and have worked on or adjacent to Capitol Hill and be well versed in the legislative advocacy process. The Policy and Advocacy Manager will work closely with our legislative and media team members as well as our Board of Directors.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Qualifications / Skills:
Education Requirements:
Salary:
Commensurate with experience.
Benefits:
This is a full-time position that includes paid holidays, vacation, and health insurance reimbursement.
Location:
This position will begin as remote/telecommute but will be located in the D.C. area once it is safe.
Duration:
This is a year-long position with the possibility of extension.
Application:
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to info@poligonnational.org.
About the Organization
Poligon Education Fund is a national, nonpartisan non-profit dedicated to strengthening American Muslim engagement with Congress. Launched in January 2017, we hit the ground running through our Congressional advocacy community trainings, policy education, and direct advocacy on critical issues including the Muslim travel ban, hunger and poverty, and federal Coronavirus relief packages.
This position is ideal for someone with a passion for civil rights/anti-Islamophobia work and social, racial, and economic justice. They should have significant experience working in these issue areas, be familiar with the American Muslim community and their priority issues, and have worked on or adjacent to Capitol Hill and be well versed in the legislative advocacy process. The Policy and Advocacy Manager will work closely with our legislative and media team members as well as our Board of Directors.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- In partnership with the Board, define, develop, and execute an advocacy strategy in support of Poligon’s policy agenda
- Closely monitor existing and proposed policy developments in Congress, as they relate to Poligon’s interests, and identify opportunities for strategic and proactive responses
- Develop policy-related communications, including but not limited to: press releases, policy guides/resources, action alerts, and op-eds and work with the Media team to distribute to appropriate audiences
- Conduct outreach, policy education, and advocacy to Members of Congress and staff
- Speak publicly about Poligon’s efforts to external audiences (i.e. press conferences, interviews, conferences)
- Deliver Congressional advocacy trainings to organizations and community groups across the country (in-person or online).
- Monitor, participate in, and manage ongoing and potential projects in collaboration with Poligon’s partners and coalitions
- Supervise Legislative Fellow and policy intern(s)
- Work with Development team to draft grant proposals and assist with fundraising efforts
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications / Skills:
- Minimum 5-7 years of experience in policy and advocacy with deep knowledge and understanding of civic engagement, government relations, and Congressional advocacy. Experience working/advocating on Capitol Hill strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and execute effective issue-based campaigns and actively participate in coalitions.
- Strong policy analysis skills and crisis communications experience (press releases, social media, etc).
- Excellent writing and verbal skills, with a proven ability to communicate with the press, community members, and elected officials on policy and civic engagement.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to independently manage staff and multiple changing responsibilities effectively.
- Ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule when required, including some evenings and weekend commitments. Occasional domestic travel to conferences and trainings with overnight stays may be required.
Education Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Proficiency with office software and Google Suite
- Familiarity with social media
Salary:
Commensurate with experience.
Benefits:
This is a full-time position that includes paid holidays, vacation, and health insurance reimbursement.
Location:
This position will begin as remote/telecommute but will be located in the D.C. area once it is safe.
Duration:
This is a year-long position with the possibility of extension.
Application:
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to info@poligonnational.org.
