Advocacy Intern (Appropriations)

Job Title: Advocacy Intern (Appropriations)
Location: Washington DC - 2-3 days per week in the DC office
Duration:  Week of February 2nd – April 24th
Job Type: Part-time, 10-15 hours per week
Salary: DC minimum wage ($17.95 per hour)
Reports to: Head of Congressional Affairs & Strategic Engagement

About Us:

The HALO Trust (USA) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization specializing in the removal of landmines and other explosive remnants of war (ERW), with projects in 30+ countries and territories employing over 10,000 people. HALO’s Washington, DC office works with government partners, international agencies, foundations, and private donors to increase awareness of the impact of landmines and ERW on post-conflict communities and to raise funds to support HALO’s teams working overseas.

About The Job:

The DC office is seeking an enthusiastic intern who is interested in US politics and international affairs to support HALO’s Congressional engagement. The primary responsibility of this position will be to support HALO’s efforts to influence the Congressional appropriations process. The successful completion of this project is critical to ensuring HALO achieves its strategic objectives and to provide funding for global demining efforts. The advocacy intern will also support other elements of direct Congressional outreach and grassroots advocacy efforts.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Collecting appropriations request forms and related contact information/procedures from Congressional offices and inputting data into tracking spreadsheet and reporting findings to Congressional affairs team.
• Tracking appropriations request data and deadlines for all House and Senate offices to ensure timely and complete submissions.
• Drafting and submitting appropriations request forms and accompanying documents to Congressional offices.

Other responsibilities include:

• Helping to promote grassroots advocacy campaigns and recruit new advocacy supporters to HALO’s network.
• Representing HALO in virtual and in person meetings and events with Congressional offices and stakeholders.
• Supporting the planning and implementation of virtual and in-person events.
• Assist with data management and mailings. 
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Applicants should have at least 2 years of professional experience (including internships) and must hold US citizenship. We are looking for the following qualities:

• Strong interest in Congressional affairs, non-profit work, and international affairs.
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• A strong work ethic and self-motivation
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Positive attitude
• Flexibility
• Comfortable calling and emailing Congressional offices
• Familiarity with Quorum, the appropriations process, and prior experience conducting Congressional advocacy or working in a Congressional office is a plus

Benefits

What’s in it for you?

The position offers valuable insight into working in advocacy, Congressional relations, the non-profit sector, and humanitarian work. In particular, the intern will gain a deep understanding of the Congressional appropriations process. This internship will provide the opportunity to conduct direct and meaningful work that will significantly impact the department’s ability to achieve goals and will make a difference in the lives of families across the globe.

How to Apply:

If you wish to apply, please submit a PDF copy of your resume (no more than 2 pages) and cover letter (no more than one page) by January 19th 2025. Early applications are strongly encouraged and interviews will be scheduling on a rolling basis. Please note if there is a sufficient caliber of applicants, we reserve the right to close the role early.

Your cover letter must include a description of why your academic/professional experiences will enable you to successfully complete the primary responsibilities listed above, in addition to other relevant details.

Applicants must be a US citizen.

For more information about The HALO Trust, please visit our website at www.halotrust.org.

The HALO Trust is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

The HALO Trust is committed to a culture that is both diverse and inclusive and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

The HALO Trust is committed to ensuring that it provides a safe and trusted environment which safeguards and promotes the welfare and wellbeing of anyone who comes into contact with, or is part of, the Charity, with a zero-tolerance approach to behaviors which challenge this.