Head of Washington Liaison Office

LocationWashington, D.C.

SetupOn-site

LevelSenior

Posted1w ago

Communications & Marketing

Quick answer

The Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs is hiring a senior Head of Washington Liaison Office in Washington, D.C., with a focus on strategic engagement with U.S. policymakers and financial support for humanitarian action, paying not specified.

Role: Head of Washington Liaison Office
Organization: Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA)
Location: Washington, D.C.
Work setup: On-site
Level: Senior
Category: Communications & Marketing

The role

The Head of Washington Liaison Office will formulate and lead the strategic vision, policy positioning and substantive work programme of the Washington Liaison Office, serving as OCHA's senior representative and principal strategic advisor on United States political, policy, legislative and funding developments affecting global humanitarian action.

What you'll do

Serves as OCHA's principal strategic representative in Washington, D.C., maintaining and expanding high-level engagement with senior officials of the U.S. Administration, including the Department of State and other relevant federal agencies, as well as Members of Congress, Congressional Committees and senior congressional staff.
Provides authoritative political, policy and strategic analysis of U.S. foreign policy, humanitarian assistance priorities, appropriations processes, legislative developments and geopolitical trends that may affect humanitarian operations, humanitarian financing and OCHA's mandate.
Advises the Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs, Assistant Secretary-General, Directors and other senior OCHA leaders on U.S. policy dynamics, strategic opportunities and risks, and recommends approaches for engagement with Washington-based decision-makers and institutions.
Leads the development and implementation of OCHA's Washington engagement strategy, identifying opportunities to influence policy discussions, shape humanitarian narratives and strengthen political and financial support for humanitarian action.
Develops and sustains trusted relationships with senior political appointees, career officials, Congressional leadership and staff, diplomatic missions, policy and research institutions, foundations, media leaders, academic institutions and other influential actors to advance OCHA's strategic objectives and promote understanding of humanitarian priorities.

What it takes

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in political science, social sciences, public administration, international studies, economics, law or a related field.
A minimum of fifteen (15) years of progressively responsible experience in humanitarian affairs, international relations, public policy, foreign affairs, humanitarian financing, external relations, humanitarian diplomacy, partnerships, government relations or a related area.
Experience in advising senior leaders on complex political, policy, legislative, humanitarian or financing issues.
Experience in building and maintaining partnerships with governmental, legislative, diplomatic, United Nations, non-governmental and civil-society stakeholders.
Senior-level management experience, including leadership of multidisciplinary teams and management of human and financial resources.
Experience in advocacy and mobilizing financial resources for humanitarian purposes.

What you'll bring

Expert knowledge of humanitarian affairsinternational relationsUnited States foreign policyhumanitarian financing and global political dynamicsStrong political judgement and analytical skillsAbility to provide authoritative strategic advice to senior executives and government leaders

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Washington, D.C.

What is the compensation?

The compensation is not specified.

What are the key qualifications required?

Key qualifications include an advanced university degree, at least 15 years of experience in humanitarian affairs, and experience in advising senior leaders on complex political and policy issues.

How do I apply?

Applications can be submitted through the online recruitment platform, inspira, by following the instructions provided.

Is the job remote?

The job is in-office.

How to apply

Apply directly on Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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