Opportunity
IRAP is seeking Policy Counsel to be based at IRAP’s headquarters in New York City as part of IRAP’s growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals interested in refugee, human rights and international law to make a difference in the lives of those at-risk. The Policy Counsel will:
- Engage in advocacy with federal administrative agencies and congressional offices on the need for improved access to and processing in the U.S. refugee resettlement and special immigrant visa programs.
- Work with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees to improve the identification and processing of vulnerable refugee cases for registration, protection and resettlement.
- Collaborate with IRAP’s Legal team to research and develop proposed policy initiatives and strategy.
- Develop and oversee strategies to engage IRAP’s law student chapters and student volunteers to engage in research, outreach and advocacy work on behalf of refugees and Special Immigrant Visa (“SIV”) applicants.
- Expand, organize, and collaborate with IRAP’s volunteers and supporters to build a grassroots advocacy network in support of refugee and Special Immigrant Visa applicants.
- Liaise and manage relationships with partner organizations.
- Support IRAP’s media advocacy in conjunction with IRAP’s Communications Manager.
Qualifications
- Law degree and eligibility to practice law in the United States required
- 1+ year experience in policy work, such as government or legislative work, legislative advocacy, or media relations
- 1-2 years’ experience in refugee law and/or processing, human rights, and international law
- Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
- Must be a self-starter, motivated, and a good team player with a strong sense of humor
- Must be highly organized, flexible, able to multi-task, manage a high volume workload, and have excellent time management skills
- Strong interpersonal and communications skills, and the ability to understand and handle sensitive and confidential information
- Fluency in oral and written English
- Microsoft suite
How to apply:
Please submit a cover letter, resume, contact information for three references, and a short writing sample in English (no longer than 3 pages) using the application form available here.
IRAP is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.
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