2460 – Program Coordinator, Government Relations (GR)

The National Endowment for Democracy (NED)

The National Endowment for Democracy (NED) is a 501(c)3 grantmaking foundation that receives an annual Congressional appropriation of over $310 million and is governed by a private, bipartisan Board of Directors. This unusual arrangement positions NED to play a unique role as America’s leading foundation for freedom, empowering the institution to be nimble, innovative, and risk-taking in support of democratic activists, civil society organizations, independent media, and the NED family core institutes (the International Republican Institute, the National Democratic Institute, the Center for International Private Enterprise, and the Solidarity Center).

We seek a Program Coordinator, Government Relations to help strengthen the impact of our work and mission. This is an opportunity to join an ambitious institution and team committed to the cause of our time. The ideal candidate will be energized by the idea of being part of an expanding team supporting our brave partners on the frontlines of the fight for freedom and democracy around the world.

Position Summary

The Program Coordinator, Government Relations will work under the direction of the Vice President and the Director of Government Relations to educate and inform Congress about the work of the NED; provide support for NED board meetings and relations with the NED Board of Directors; and support the Government Relations team with all other functions as may be necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist with outreach to Capitol Hill, including coordinating and staffing meetings with Hill staff and Members of Congress and preparing for and attending special events and briefings on the Hill.
• Assist in preparing external outreach materials (e.g., one-pagers, slide decks, etc.).
• Prepare for quarterly board meetings and assist with the management of NED Board relations.
• Recruit and manage interns.
• Support the Penn Kemble Forum on Democracy program.
• Manage internal administrative, financial, and budgetary compliance for the GR team.
• Assist VP for GR with special projects and other duties as assigned.
• Other responsibilities and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in International Affairs, Political Science, International Development, or a related discipline.
• 0 – 2 years of experience.
• Previous work experience in a similar field and Capitol Hill experience are both strongly preferred.
• Strong interest in democracy promotion and a desire to gain experience in the international non-profit sector.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks.
• A high degree of organization and initiative.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

This position is part of the NED Bargaining Unit.

To Apply

Applications must include a cover letter, resume, desired salary, and contact information for three professional references, of which one should be a supervisor.

Located in Washington, D.C., the salary range for this role is $45,500 – USD 60,625, plus benefits. The final offer for a successful candidate will be determined by a combination of factors, including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience, education, and market considerations.

At NED, we recognize that our most important asset is our people. We value the diversity of skills and perspectives our team brings to our work. We believe an inclusive and supportive work environment fosters a culture of respect and appreciation for all individuals. NED is committed to creating a workplace that allows everyone to be their authentic selves and make meaningful contributions to our organization, grantees, and world.

NED strives to create a work experience that supports the well-being and healthy work-life balance of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package offers health insurance (includes no copay for mental health services), a generous retirement savings plan, paid parental, vacation, and sick leave, a hybrid workplace model, flexible work schedules, and wellness initiatives to ensure a positive work-life balance.

NED is dedicated to creating an environment of respect and collaboration where everyone is encouraged to participate and take ownership of their work. We offer flexible work schedules and, for most positions, the opportunity for weekly telework days. This hybrid approach allows our employees to balance their work and personal lives while still participating in the collaborative process at the heart of our mission.

The NED is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics covered by applicable law. The NED is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for all qualified individuals and bases all employment decisions on qualifications, merit, and business needs. The NED believes that diversity and inclusion among our team members are critical to our success as an organization operating globally and seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

Please, no phone call inquiries. For more information, please visit our website at www.ned.org or email us at [email protected].