United Nations Advocacy Associate
Company: Presbyterian Church USA
Location: New York
Posted on: April 18, 2024
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Job Description:
Overview: The national offices of the Presbyterian Church
(U.S.A.), based in Louisville Kentucky, serve with mid-councils,
congregations, worshipping communities, and partner organizations
to carry forth the mission of Jesus Christ. Approximately 400
individuals, diverse in race, age, gender, sexual orientation,
faith, skills, and more, come together as colleagues to work for a
world where justice reigns, peace prevails, and God's love extends
to all people. This community comprises the staff of several
national entities: the Office of the General Assembly, Presbyterian
Investment and Loan Corporation, the Presbyterian Mission Agency,
the Presbyterian Publishing Corporation, Presbyterian Women, and
the Administrative Services Group. The UN in New York is a complex
institutional world of 193 member countries, 6,500 UN staff, and
more than 5,500 NGOs engaging with the UN. It has set global
standards in areas such as human rights, sustainable development,
climate change, gender equality, and humanitarian engagement. UN
provides an exceptional platform as a global ministry to confront
critical challenges and engage in international issues important to
the PC(USA). The UN Advocacy Associate works under the supervision
of the Manager of the Presbyterian Ministry at the United Nations
(PMUN) to advance the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) General Assembly
advocacy policies and priorities at the United Nations in New York
City. This work is done in collaboration with PC(USA) staff, church
and global partners, external advocacy partners including UN
agencies, diplomats, staff, and civil society. The Advocacy
Associate will provide communications, administrative and
logistical support for PMUN programs, educational events, and
publications. The position is based in New York City. Major
Responsibilities: United Nations Advocacy and General Assembly
Policy - 70% Coordinate the portfolio of several PC(USA) advocacy
thematic priorities such as gender, climate, poverty, and country
issues such as Israel-Palestine and the Korean Peninsula. This is
done by providing competent research analysis, and expertise;
participating in working groups; building relationships and
strategizing with PC(USA) staff and partners; meeting and building
relationships with Permanent Missions, UN agency staff,
international NGOs, and ecumenical partners. Produce briefings,
policy, and advocacy papers, presentations, resources, and
articles. Coordinate process for UN sign on letters and statements
Work in conjunction with other offices of Presbyterian Mission
Agency and the Office of General Assembly to advance policy goals.
Attend and participate in PC(USA), Ecumenical and Church Center
activities (staff meetings, devotions and worship service,
retreats, etc.) Represent/Advocate the policies of the PC(USA)
General Assembly on matters of international issues. Work
collaboratively to identify and advocate on issues where PC(USA)
can make a unique contribution with respect to each advocacy
priority. Communicate and work collaboratively with the Washington
Office of Public Witness, especially with the International
Representative Administrative - 20% Respond to general inquiries
via phone and email. Organize hospitality for guests and visitors
of PMUN and meetings on behalf of PC(USA) staff and partners.
Provide administration related to PMUN UN accreditation and
membership in various working groups. Plan arrangements for PMUN
events, both in person (seminars, workshops, UN side and parallel
events) and online (consultations, forums, webinars, etc.). Serve
as logistics coordinator for UN Commission on the Status of Women
and other UN commissions and forums, student travel seminars and
workshops (in-person and online). Process applications,
registrations, payments, and publicity materials. Assist with
accommodations: meeting spaces, supplies, and meals. Arrange UN
tours and provide audiovisual and online support. Provide
administrative, hospitality, and supervisory support to fellows,
seminary interns, and Young Adult Volunteers. Update PMUN website
as needed. Manage social media platforms. Communications: Attend
Communication meetings and collaborate in the production of PMUN
resources and publicity materials. Perform other administrative
duties as needed. Church Outreach - 10% Equip Presbyterians to
engage in advocacy on international issues Arrange UN related
appointments with visiting PC(USA) staff, partners and
stakeholders. Limited travel related to the advocacy portfolio and
for training opportunities. Qualifications: Essentials:? Bachelor's
degree with preference for studies in public policy, global
studies/international relations, peace/justice/conflict
transformation, international development, human rights, political
science, history, or related fields; relevant, equivalent
experience accepted in lieu of degree; Strong
relational/communication skills including ability to build
relationships and work collaboratively with diplomats and UN agency
staff, ecumenical partners and non-governmental organizations;
Strong research skills; Strong oral and written communication
skills in English; Passion and ability to engage critical global
issues through multiple disciplines - political, socioeconomic,
peacebuilding and theological; Skill and experience in event
organizing and logistics; Ability to prioritize and manage multiple
issues and tasks independently; Theological understanding of
systemic injustice and work for change in public policy and
critical global issues. Ability to work effectively and
collaboratively with diverse groups of people; Strong
administrative and organizing skills and follow through. ?
Preferred: Master's degree; 1-3 years of work experience related to
advocacy, international relations, peacebuilding, or international
development; Knowledge of Arabic, French, Korean, or Spanish
Helpful Skills: Have a deep understanding and commitment to
cultural and racial ethnic inclusiveness. Values diverse groups,
ethnicities, genders, communities, cultural constituencies and
points of view. Able to relate well to people from all walks of
life and of varying theological perspectives. Ability to speak one
or more languages other than English very helpful The Presbyterian
Church (U.S.A.) retains the discretion to add or to change the
functions, responsibilities, and/or minimum qualifications for this
position at any time. Additional Information/Benefits: We believe a
balanced life, with time for work, leisure, and spiritual nurture,
makes us healthier and more productive colleagues at the
Presbyterian Center. The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) offers a
competitive benefits package for eligible employees including
Medical, Dental, Pension Plan, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability,
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending accounts,
403(b) Retirement Savings Plan, Vacation Days, Sick Days, and Paid
Holidays. A Corp Commitment: Our faith in God inspires our
commitment to the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and
belonging and is grounded in scripture, the Constitution of the
Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), and actions of the General Assembly
of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)
is committed to being not only an Equal Employment Opportunity
Employer as defined by the U.S. government, but with the inclusion
of gender identity and sexual orientation as well. Candidates from
Presbyterian communities in the global south and other historic
Presbyterian Communities of Color, preferably with theological
training and fluency in languages other than English, are
encouraged to apply. Compensation details: 72900-81900 Yearly
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Keywords: Presbyterian Church USA, Bayonne , United Nations Advocacy Associate, Other , New York, New Jersey
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