Legislative Director for Foreign Policy

## Description
**Title:** Legislative Director for Foreign Policy
**FLSA Status:** Exempt
**Salary Grade:** I
**Job Location:** Hybrid, within commuting distance of Washington, D.C.
**Reports to:** Associate General Secretary for Policy and Advocacy
**Direct Reports:** Lead Lobbyists for Middle East Policy, Nuclear Disarmament and Pentagon Spending, and Peacebuilding Policy (3 total)

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## Key Priorities and Responsibilities

The Legislative Director for Foreign Policy (“Director”) oversees FCNL’s foreign policy lobbying team to advance peace and justice policy on Capitol Hill while leading a long‑term effort to replace the current U.S. foreign policy paradigm of military domination and national superiority with a more ethical and effective one based on cooperation and mutual respect.

As the co‑leader of FCNL’s legislative division, alongside the Legislative Director for Domestic Policy, the Director is part of the Policy and Advocacy leadership team as well as the organization’s Senior Leadership Team.

### Leads, guides, and supervises the foreign policy lobbying team
– Develop and approve FCNL policy positions and statements.
– Set and implement the overall strategic vision for the foreign policy team.
– Effectively manage the foreign policy team, ensuring a diverse, talented, collaborative, and impactful team.
– Guide and support foreign policy lobbying team members in strategizing around specific policy goals and developing change strategies.

### Provides strategic, political, and policy advice to the organization
– Advise FCNL’s management team on matters affecting overall policy direction, network engagement, and political positioning.
– Collaborate closely with FCNL’s field, communications, and Quaker outreach staff.
– Develop, communicate, and carry out a strategy for bringing about fundamental change in the U.S. approach to the world.

### Represents FCNL effectively to external audiences
– Conduct direct, high‑level lobbying on Capitol Hill and with the administration.
– Serve as a spokesperson to the media.
– Write updates and commentary for FCNL’s website, as well as articles and opinion pieces for external publication.
– Participate in policy conferences and meetings with think tanks and advocacy organizations.
– Conduct outreach to FCNL supporters, grassroots activists, and Quaker meetings nationwide.
– Build and maintain relationships with foundations and individual donors; explore opportunities for new funding sources.
– Ensure FCNL’s foreign policy positions reflect and promote Quaker views, values, and priorities.

### Other Duties
– Support FCNL’s major lobbying conferences and events, as well as other organization‑wide tasks.
– Work with foundations and funders to support FCNL’s development and fundraising goals.

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## Supervisory Responsibilities
– Lead the Foreign Policy Team, consisting of 3 full‑time lobbyists and 2–3 program assistants (entry‑level, 11‑month staff).
– Supervise the three foreign policy Lead Lobbyists for Middle East Policy, Nuclear Disarmament and Pentagon Spending, and Peacebuilding Policy.
– Ensure program assistants receive the support, feedback, and guidance they need.

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## Requirements

### Minimum Required Job Qualifications — Experience/Education and Skills
– At least 10 years of experience developing and implementing U.S. foreign policy, with strong knowledge of conflict and peacebuilding, nuclear weapons, Pentagon spending, and/or Middle East affairs.
– 7+ years working on Capitol Hill or federal lobbying experience with numerous high‑level and bipartisan contacts.
– At least 4 years of experience managing professional staff and leading a team.
– Excellent writing and editing skills, with emphasis on persuasive writing.
– Demonstrated ability to be nimble, adaptable, and thrive in a fast‑paced policy environment.
– Understanding of coalition work and experience building relationships with a broad range of partners.
– Experience developing and managing budgets.
– Strong cross‑departmental collaboration skills and experience working with grassroots advocates nationwide.
– Demonstrated commitment to Quaker values, general agreement with FCNL’s policy positions, and comfort working in an environment where faith is openly expressed.
– Ability to model anti‑racism, anti‑bias, justice, equity, diversity, and integrity practices.

### Preferred Job Qualifications — Experience/Education and Skills
– Experience working with foundations and funders, writing grant reports, and supporting fundraising and development goals.
– Familiarity with media engagement, both on and off camera.
– Experience working with grassroots advocates nationwide.
– Experience advocating from a faith perspective.
– Familiarity with Quakers and the Religious Society of Friends.

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## Physical Demands & Work Environment
– Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
– May require frequent sitting for extended periods and occasional standing or walking for extended periods.
– May require occasional travel, including overnight travel within the U.S., up to 10% of the time.

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## Compensation & Work Expectations
This is a full‑time exempt position based on a 37.5‑hour workweek and may require occasional work outside standard business hours. The person in this role is expected to work in‑person from the D.C. office at least two days per week, with the option to telework up to three days per week. Attendance at FCNL’s major annual lobby conferences is required.

The anticipated compensation range for candidates in the DMV is **$115,000 to $130,000 per year**. Final compensation will depend on the candidate’s background, qualifications, and internal equity considerations. FCNL is a multi‑state employer; salary ranges may differ outside the DMV.

As part of FCNL’s AJEDI commitment, job offers are final and non‑negotiable to ensure equity and transparency.

FCNL is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

### Benefits
FCNL offers a highly competitive benefits package including:
– Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
– Flexible spending account and dependent care account
– Short‑term & long‑term disability
– Monthly cellphone/internet stipend
– Employer‑paid life insurance
– 12+ paid holidays
– Vacation, sick leave, personal days, volunteer time off
– Wellness initiatives
– Educational support
– Healthcare stipend
– Maternity/paternity leave
– Employee assistance programs
– Generous employer contributions to the retirement plan
– Employer‑paid benefits with Capital Bikeshare and WMATA

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## Application Deadline
Please submit your application no later than **May 29, 2026 (ET)** to be considered.

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## Salary Description
$115,000–$130,000

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