Job: United Church of Christ | Justice and Peace Fellowship (2-Year Position) | Washington D.C.

[Jessie Palatucci]

Hi All -

The DC office of the United Church of Christ is seeking a public policy fellow. This is a two-year, full-time

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 paid ​position with health benefits. Likely start date is January 2016. This is a great learning and professional opportunity. (I know from experience having served as the fellow 2007-2009!) The deadline to apply is October 30.

The UCC DC Team is a small but dedicated group of people who work with interfaith and secular partners to try to advance just policies on Capitol Hill. If you have any questions, feel free to email me. Details about the position are below.

Jessie Palatucci

pala...@ucc.org

Online Communications Specialist

United Church of Christ, Washington D.C. Office

Justice and Peace Fellowship
http://www.uccfiles.com/pdf/DC-Two-year-Fellowship.July2015.pdf 
MINISTRY TEAM: Justice and Witness Program Team Based in Washington, DC
REPORTS TO: Director of the Washington Office

OVERVIEW
The intern will follow and advocate for justice in domestic and international policy at the federal level through the coalition work of faith-based advocacy offices, assist with major UCC advocacy campaigns and serve as part of the editorial board for the Justice and Peace Action Network (JPANet), which sets long-term and short-term strategy for communicating with and mobilizing the UCC electronic network of Activists.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in meetings of the Washington Interreligious Staff Community working groups and other meetings on domestic and international policy as needed.
• Assist in the planning and implementation of special projects and initiatives
• Serve as part of the JPANet editorial board. Assist in the planning, content and building of action alerts as necessary.
• Serve as a member of the joint planning committee of Ecumenical Advocacy Days (EAD).
• Assist in planning and coordinating the UCC presence at EAD, with an emphasis on young adult participation.
• Will have the opportunity to learn about how relationships with elected officials and their staff are built and maintained.
• Participate in orientation for individual and group visits to the Washington Office, with special focus for UCC members.
• Learn how advocacy campaigns, such as Our Faith Our Vote, are implemented throughout the UCC and among faith partners.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or comparable education and experience;
• Commitment to and ability to carry out the mission of Justice and Witness Ministries through its Washington Office;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to handle multiple and complex projects, set priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively both independently and as part of a team;
• Respect for collaborative decision-making and community planning;
• Self-motivation, dependability, flexibility, creativity, and problem solving skills; Interest in working for social justice efforts;
• Strong organizational, administrative, and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to interact effectively and sensitively with persons from diverse backgrounds;
• Good computer skills- familiar with Word; experience with Excel, Outlook, database software, desktop publishing social media a plus;
• Ability and willingness to travel as needed.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• This internship will be located in our Washington, DC Office, 100 Maryland Ave., NE, Suite 330, Washington, DC 20002
• Full-time position; two-year fellowship.
• Health benefits are offered and paid by employer
• Application deadline: October 30, 2015

APPLY
To apply send a resume and cover letter along with three letters of recommendation to:
Alisa Lewis
Human Resources Director
United Church of Christ
700 Prospect Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44115
lew...@ucc.org

The United Church of Christ, National Setting, is a Multicultural, Multiracial, Open and Affirming, Accessible to All, Equal Opportunity Employer.