Advocacy Advisor

Advocacy Advisor. Washington, D.C.. Posting Date : 11 / 19 / 2025. Deadline : 12 / 02 / 2025

Role Title : Advocacy Advisor

Contract Type : Regular

Reporting To : Director, US Policy

Program / Department / Unit Name : US Geo Lead

Location : Washington, D.C.

Team Name : US Geo Lead

Role Purpose

The Advocacy Advisor will have significant experience with the US Congress and experience working on a range of domestic policies. Collaborating closely with colleagues in Programs, and Communications, as well as relevant outside partners and US government officials, they will support the work of the US team in advocating for OSF priorities in Congress.

Key responsibilities

• Support OSF engagement with congressional offices on a wide variety of OSF priorities and develop and manage key relationships with senior policymakers, legislative staff and Members;
• Develop strategies and materials to move US policy on OSF priorities; including but not limited to position papers, letters, background memoranda, legislation, amendments, congressional letters, talking points, hearing questions, congressional record statements, and op-eds;
• Maintain and build a network of external stakeholders including but not limited to partners, grantees, relevant NGOs, think tanks, and subject-matter experts.
• Solicit, vet, and recommend consultancies and grants and evaluate grantee organizations;
• Interpret the US political environment and serve as a resource for other OSF opportunities and contribute to multi-program efforts in relevant areas;
• Design advocacy strategies for direct engagement with US officials together with Advocacy Advisors embedded in the Opportunities, and other OSF offices and partners as needed; and lead on delivery as appropriate

The ideal candidate (essential criteria)

What we offer

The salary range for this role in the US is $ 177,181 - $203,237 (USD). The final offer is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set and level of experience.

Description of the organization

Open Society Foundations aim to establish vibrant and inclusive democracies where governments are accountable to their citizens. Our operating model organizes grantmaking around specific, time-limited projects, developed alongside support for established partners, enabling us to respond swiftly to emerging needs. We are committed to promoting human dignity, equality, and rights; reimagining democratic ideals and practice; and advancing equity in governance systems.

Guided by our founder's values and the belief in the art of the possible, we engage directly with global entities, individuals, and policymakers through grants, advocacy, impact investing, and strategic human rights litigation to drive positive change. At the heart of our mission is a deep commitment to rights, equity, and justice, inspiring every action we take.

Additional information

Open Society Foundations is committed to building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively seek applications from talented individuals across all backgrounds, identities, and life experiences. Each candidate is evaluated solely on their unique qualifications without regard to race, age, sex, religion, ethnic origin, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, or any other legally protected characteristics.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities.

Competitive rates of pay apply.

Open Society Foundations is committed to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion, and to building a diverse staff that reflects the movements, issues and communities that our mission serves. Candidates from all underrepresented backgrounds, identities and communities are encouraged to apply.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and colleagues with disabilities.