Policy Advocate

Public Knowledge
Published
December 20, 2014
Location
Washington, D.C., United States
Category
Job Type

Description

The Policy Advocate will play a key role in the development of Public Knowledge’s approach to promoting innovation, consumer rights, and the free flow of information. The Policy Advocate position presents a rare opportunity for a hard-working, creative advocate to work in a cutting-edge issue area and to become a public figure in the field.

 

Reports to: Public Knowledge President and Vice President

 

Application Deadline: January 16th, 2015

 

Essential Duties:

-- Represent the organization before policy making bodies, such as Congress, the Federal Communications Commission, the Federal Trade Commission, and the Copyright Office
-- Prepare and/or assist with preparation of filings for submission in administrative proceedings and before courts
-- Write articles and blog posts about current communications and technology policy issues
-- Represent Public Knowledge before audiences at conferences, meetings and press events
-- Maintain contact with a diverse array of constituencies aligned with the goals of PK
-- Work with reporters, bloggers and other media outlets as needed

 

Qualifications:

-- Either a law degree and at least two years of experience in communications, technology or copyright law and/or policy OR a bachelor’s degree and more substantial experience in communications, technology, or copyright law and policy
-- Experience with economics, antitrust and competition law, or other facets of technology law
-- Familiarity with Congress and the administrative rulemaking processes
-- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
-- Knowledge and interest in evolving technologies
-- Ability to meet deadlines
-- Ability to work independently
-- Ability to produce high‐quality results on tight deadlines and with little oversight
-- Compensation: Public Knowledge provides competitive compensation, excellent benefits and opportunities for   professional growth.

 

To apply: Send a resume including salary history; cover letter stating your interest in Public Knowledge, and two writing samples (max. 5 pages each) to: jobs@publicknowledge.org, with the subject line “Policy Advocate.”  Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis beginning December 4, 2014; open until filled.

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