Current Openings

Title: Senior Policy Advisor for Global Development  

Status: Exempt  

Reports To: Senior Director for Policy    

Location: Washington, DC  

Compensation: Salary in the range of $100,000- $140,000. Salary for this position will be commensurate with skills and experience. Overall compensation includes highly competitive benefits package, which includes fully covered health, dental, and vision insurance; 401k with match program; paid parental leave; unlimited paid time off; and more.   

Description: Foreign Policy for America (FP4A) is a national organization advocating for principled U.S. leadership in the world. Together with our members and partners, we promote sound policies, hold elected officials accountable for their votes and actions, and help elect champions for our values. The Foreign Policy for America family of organizations includes FP Action Network, our federal political action committee, and Foreign Policy for America Foundation, our 501(c)(3) educational arm. 

As we enter 2027, we see a critical window of opportunity to renew U.S. leadership in delivering life-saving foreign aid. The Senior Policy Advisor for Global Development will lead FP4A’s efforts to communicate that priority goal on behalf of our community to Members of Congress and their staff, presidential candidates and their advisors, and the broader public. The work will require an urgent commitment to delivering results, subject matter expertise, and close collaboration with partner experts and organizations.  

Responsibilities: The Senior Policy Advisor for Global Development will lead FP4A’s engagement around foreign assistance, global health, gender equality, and other issues related to global development policy.  

• Develop and maintain relationships with key offices on Capitol Hill, as well as relevant executive branch officials as appropriate. 

• Closely track legislative activity related to priority issues, including legislation, hearings, and floor debate. 

• Coordinate with external stakeholders, including issue experts and representatives from allied organizations, to develop and implement tactics to reach policymakers, from educational events to lobbying. 

• Monitor and respond to breaking news, with a focus on portfolio issues, including international events and executive branch actions. 

• Develop products that communicate detailed information about policy priorities, including vote advisories, fact sheets, message guidance, press statements, and briefing materials.  

• Develop digital communications products, including social media and website content, that engage and motivate supporters to act around key policy goals. 

• Contribute to team-wide activities, including the FP4A Leadership Summit and production of the biannual legislative scorecard, and coordinate closely with teammates across advocacy portfolios. 

• Contribute to strategic planning and fundraising, including efforts to further grow FP4A’s global development work, and perform other duties as assigned.  

Requirements: 

• 7-10 years of relevant professional experience.  

• Familiarity with the legislative process, including the appropriations process. 

• Demonstrated commitment to FP4A’s goal of increasing total U.S. foreign aid, with an emphasis on strengthening support for life-saving global health programs.  

• Demonstrated understanding of and interest in foreign assistance and international development, including global health policy. Relevant experience in government or an aid implementing organization is preferred but not required. 

• Outstanding written and oral communication skills. 

• Experience with coalition management and multi-stakeholder advocacy. 

• Outstanding teamwork skills. 

To Apply: Send a cover letter and resume to [email protected]  with “Senior Policy Advisor for Global Development” in the subject line no later than November 19, 2026. Interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis until the position is filled.  

Foreign Policy for America is committed to inclusion and recognizes diversity as a strategic asset to our team and our community. As an equal opportunity employer, FP4A does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.