Senior Policy Advisor, US Foreign Assistance

Oxfam America

5 days ago

Washington D.C., D.C., United States

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About this role

A Senior Policy Advisor at Oxfam supports advocacy work on US foreign assistance policy, focusing on strengthening and shifting the approach to foreign assistance to advance economic justice and rights. The role involves policy development, federal advocacy, stakeholder coordination, and representing Oxfam in coalitions.

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Qualifications

Advanced degree in political science, government, international affairs, or a development related discipline4-6 years of relevant and progressive experience in policy, advocacy and campaignsExpertise in global, regional and national trends regarding US foreign assistance, human rights, and inequality issuesDeep understanding with US government foreign assistance policies and institutionsUnderstanding of perspectives and incentives of donors, Members of Congress, international NGOs, local NGOs, and contractors

About Oxfam America

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Oxfam is a global nonprofit movement and confederation that fights inequality to end poverty and injustice. It delivers lifesaving humanitarian relief in crises and runs long‑term programs promoting economic justice, gender equality, and climate resilience. Combining fieldwork, research, policy advocacy, and campaigning, Oxfam partners with local communities and networks worldwide to change systems and influence public policy. Its work is supported by donors, members, and grassroots activists who mobilize resources and public pressure for lasting change.