Senior Religious Freedom Analyst

Cayuse Holdings

Senior Religious Freedom Analyst advancing U.S. international religious freedom policy for Cayuse.

Posted 8/7/2026full-timeWashington • District of Columbia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $110,000 - $145,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in policy development and implementation, particularly in the context of international religious freedom. Proven ability to lead teams, manage communications, and engage with diverse stakeholders while navigating complex political environments.

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Policy DevelopmentTeam LeadershipOral And Written CommunicationHuman Rights ExperiencePublic Engagement Strategy Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Data EntryResearchDocument DraftingMedia MonitoringDigital Messaging InitiativesAudience AnalysisCommunication Products DevelopmentStrategic Media EngagementPublic Diplomacy Tools

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsMultitaskingNavigating Political SensitivitiesBalancing Competing Demands

Tools & Technologies

Office Productivity ToolsComputer Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Secret Clearance

Industry Keywords

Religious FreedomDepartment Of StatePublic Communication StrategiesInternational AlliancesGPA

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Monitor global developments in religious freedom
Develop strategies, initiatives, and policy responses to assist embassies and other bureaus
Review unclassified and classified information sources
Conduct research and draft documents
Manage data entry within appropriate computer systems
Facilitate verbal and written communications
Engage with internal and external stakeholders
Advise the Ambassador at Large, Senior Official, and office leadership on special projects
Guide a team of up to three mid- and entry-level contractors
Establish public communication strategies supporting international religious freedom priorities
Design proactive messaging campaigns using audience analysis and Department public diplomacy tools
Propose strategic media engagements for Department and office principals
Advise leadership on digital messaging initiatives
Oversee media monitoring, media responses, social media messaging, and communication products
Track initiatives and communications within the Department of State, with interagency partners, and external NGOs
Build international alliances and networks promoting freedom of religion or belief
Ensure policymakers have information on conditions on the ground and developing trends
Support action assisting negatively affected religious communities in furtherance of U.S. policy priorities
Report to the Program Manager

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience supporting policy development and implementation in Washington or overseas
Proven ability to lead a team
Ability to navigate complex processes and political sensitivities
Strong oral and written communication skills
Significant Department briefing experience
Ability to balance competing demands, multitask, and pivot priorities based on leadership needs
Experience in human rights
Excellent interpersonal skills
Knowledge of the Department’s public engagement strategy and policies
Previous work with GPA or in a press office
Previous supervisory experience
Active Secret Clearance required
Must be able to pass a background check
May require additional background checks during employment
Ability to work onsite in the main office
Ability to use computers and office productivity tools with sufficient speed
Ability to sit for long periods while looking at a computer screen
May be required to work outside normal business hours and travel for business or professional development

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Wellness Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
Voluntary Life and AD&D options
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
Paid Time Off
Flexible schedule may include holidays
Business or professional development travel may be available