Job Description

CCDH is expanding our Washington D.C. policy and partnerships team and looking to hire a motivated, purpose-driven US Programs Associate to enhance our partnerships and policy programming.

The US Programs Associate will build meaningful partnerships with a diverse range of civil society groups to advance CCDH’s policy goals. The postholder will be a consensus builder who knows how to run a good event and brings a willingness to bridge divides and bring people together to tackle the biggest issues of our time.

We are seeking candidates who are passionate about our mission and want to be part of a team driving change in social issues globally.

We want to hear from applicants from all backgrounds. We’re committed to the belief that the more our work is created by people from various backgrounds and with a range of life experiences, the better it will be. We believe that all people are capable of great things. Because of this, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the requirements that are listed within this job description. We want people to feel comfortable expressing their true selves and to come, stay, and do their best work here.

About the Role

The Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH) is an international, not-for-profit research and advocacy organization that seeks to disrupt the architecture of online hate and misinformation. CCDH has been at the forefront of unmasking how online platforms and search engines drive radicalization, online harm, and pollute the information ecosystem. We are agile, influential and have a global impact – with offices in London and Washington D.C. and connections globally.

We work across a range of different areas, from protecting children online to countering identity-based hate and researching the harms of generative artificial intelligence. Policymakers, regulators, and elected officials are a key audience for us as we advance solutions. In the US, there is a unique opportunity to shape the debate on online safety and regulation of one of the largest industries in the world.

The Policy and Partnerships team is globally minded and impact-oriented, leading the charge on social media reform in the US and ensuring regulation is fit for purpose in the UK and EU. Our work advances a safer online world, where democracy, science, and truth can thrive, and our human rights and civil liberties are respected. The US Programs Associate will build relationships with leading organizations in and outside of the technology reform sector and will inject advocacy into CCDH’s existing portfolio of events and research.

Are you passionate about our mission? Do you want to be instrumental in driving the demand for change in our information ecosystem? The US Programs Associate will be dedicated to building big-tent coalition to advance transformative social media reforms for a healthier society.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to)

• Advocacy and Partnerships
• Design and execute advocacy campaigns and related activities focused on social media reform
• Implement programs, tools, and tactics to advance CCDH’s outreach and mobilization efforts.
• Organize working groups of practitioners to map out, strategize and successfully create new opportunities for partnerships and advocacy.
• Support the development and delivery of CCDH’s policy goals related to social media and technology reform in collaboration with the US Policy Manager and Head of Policy
• Foster and manage stakeholder relationships, specifically with civil society peers
• Maintain database of key contacts, record of meetings, and key impact metrics.
• Program Development
• Lead on developing US policy programmatic events such as policy roundtables, public affairs events, and interventions with political stakeholders to uplift CCDH’s work;
• Engage with civil society partners from a diverse range of sectors through coalitions, working groups, and roundtables.

Person Specification

Essential

• 3+ years of experience at a nonprofit, civil society organization, government, or related professional setting.
• Demonstrated commitment to creating change and generating consensus through working with diverse audiences across policymaking, campaigning, and the public.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, particularly when communicating to diverse audiences.
• Strong interpersonal and networking skills; ability to represent CCDH externally at civil society events.
• Demonstrated experience in political analysis, development, and strategic planning.
• Ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks across a varied portfolio.
• Ability to analyze and clearly communicate while navigating timelines and obstacles with your team and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work well within a cross-functional team environment and diverse communities.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment with great opportunities to learn new skills, and work on exciting projects.
• Able to be a dynamic, highly organized person who thrives managing multiple work strands in a busy environment.

Desirable

• Engagement and/or involved in existing networks related to the current debates on social media reform, online harms, disinformation, discrimination, and online safety policies.
• Deep knowledge of the tech policy civil society ecosystem
• Familiarity with public affairs monitoring tools and techniques.

Compensation and Benefits

This position is an outstanding opportunity for a highly motivated US Programs Associate to assume a pivotal role in the evolution of a fast-growing, highly respected organization. As such, compensation for this role is competitive.

Candidates must be based in the D.C area, we provide a flexible, hybrid working environment at CCDH We are very flexible with our employees and ensure your wellbeing, health and safety are our priority.

Compensation Package

• Location: Washington DC
• Salary: $60,000-$75,000
• Enhanced family leave policies
• 20 days’ holiday plus US public bank holidays
• Birthday Bonus extra Leave day
• Flexible working options
• 401k
• Mental Health Support on Spill
• Sick leave and Pay

To apply for this role you must have authorization to work in the United States upon application.

How to Apply

Job Categories: Equal Opportunities. Job Types: Full-Time. Salaries: 60,000 - 80,000.

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