Job description
Global Accord Institute is seeking a Diplomacy Advisor to join our international policy team. Based in Washington, DC, this full-time role offers hybrid work arrangements and opportunities to influence U.S. diplomacy and international affairs.
You will collaborate with policymakers, diplomats, and researchers to analyze geopolitical trends, craft policy briefs, and support multilateral engagement across the UN, EU, NATO, and other forums. The position emphasizes strategic diplomacy, negotiation preparation, and clear, impactful communication with senior officials and external partners.
We value initiative, integrity, and the ability to translate complex geopolitics into actionable policy recommendations. If you are passionate about advancing peaceful, principled diplomacy, we want to hear from you.
Benefits include competitive compensation, flexible scheduling, professional development, and a collaborative, inclusive work culture.
Responsibility
- Monitor and analyze global political developments shaping US foreign policy and international security.
- Design and execute diplomatic engagement strategies for multilateral forums (UN, EU, NATO) and bilateral dialogues.
- Prepare briefs, position papers, talking points, and negotiation materials for senior leaders.
- Plan, coordinate, and represent the organization at high-level diplomacy events, summits, and delegations.
- Facilitate stakeholder engagement with government officials, ambassadors, and international partners; manage confidential relationships and communications.
- Conduct geopolitical risk assessments and policy scenario planning to inform recommendations.
- Collaborate with research teams to publish policy analyses and contribute to media and public diplomacy initiatives.
Qualification
- Master's degree in International Relations, Political Science, Law, or a related field; or equivalent professional experience.
- 5+ years of diplomacy, foreign policy, or multilateral negotiation experience.
- Deep understanding of US foreign policy and multilateral diplomacy (UN, EU, NATO).
- Excellent negotiation, leadership, and communication skills; ability to convey complex concepts to diverse audiences.
- Proven track record of policy influence and stakeholder management; strong network with government and diplomatic communities.
- Fluency in English; proficiency in French or Spanish is a plus.
- Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25-30% of the time.