ADVISORS IN GOVERNANCE, LAW AND CIVIL SOCIETY -- Asia Foundation

The Asia Foundation, an international non-governmental organization committed to the development of a peaceful, prosperous, and open Asia-Pacific region, is seeking mid-level through senior-level advisors for long-term and short-term positions for upcoming projects in Asia in the areas of governance, law and civil society.

The Foundation is seeking consultants in the following areas: Counter Corruption and Government Integrity; Justice Sector Reform, including but not limited to Legal Education; Legislative Development, including but not limited to institutional capacity development, budget and policy formation, legislative drafting, constituency relations and media training; Strengthening Cabinets and Center Of Government; Governance Reform from an Islamic Perspective; Local Governance, including but not limited to sub-national governance and political processes, municipal/ urban finance and service delivery, urban planning and urban politics; Environmental Security and Disaster Management.

Qualifications: Applicants should be international development professionals with a minimum of 5 years relevant experience for mid-level positions and a minimum of 10 years relevant experience for senior-level positions. Desirable skills include: knowledge and/or experience of the legal, political, economic, administrative and socio-cultural context of legal and institutional reform in Asia; experience undertaking effective consultation with a wide range of national and international stakeholders; familiarity with international donor program design principles and methods; and proposal-writing experience. Experience working with government and donor communities and an advanced degree in a relevant field are required. Essential skills include: Excellent written and spoken English, strong communication (both oral and written), consensus building, team facilitation, an emphasis on results and cultural sensitivity. Experience or knowledge of South and/or South East Asia is preferred.

To Apply: Qualified applicants should email a cover letter and resume to consultantssf@asiafound.org. The Asia Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. Women and people of color are encouraged to apply. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

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Job Description

The Policy, Regulatory and Legal Affairs Professional (Professional) is responsible for the development of policy and associated regulatory and legal advocacy strategies to advance NAFO’s priorities. Reporting to the President and CEO, the Professional will work collaboratively with the Vice President for Government Affairs and the Director of Communications to operate an integrated and comprehensive policy advocacy program.

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Director, Federal Relations, American Petroleum Institute

The American Petroleum Institute, API, a major trade association representing America's oil and gas industry is seeking a dynamic individual to join our Government Affairs team. The individual will represent the petroleum industry before teh executive branch and legislatives branches of the Federal Government, and promote the interests of the industry on matters relating to oil and gas taxation issues.

Forward resume with salary history to API, Human Relations, 1220 Street, NW, Washington, DC 20005, ht@api.org or fax to 202-682-8569.

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Director, Federal Relations