POLICY
DIRECTOR, BANK INFORMATION CENTER
International Environmental and Social Justice Organization Seeks Dedicated
Activist for Policy Director Position
Job Announcement: Bank
Information Center Policy Director
Deadline: April 30, 2001
The Bank Information Center (BIC) is an independent, non-profit,
non-governmental organization that provides information and strategic support
to NGOs and social movements throughout the world on the projects, policies and
practices of the World Bank and other Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs).
BIC advocates for greater transparency, accountability and citizen
participation at the MDBs, and promotes environmental sustainability and social
justice in economic development decision-making. BIC is currently searching for
a Policy Director to develop and carrying out BIC’s advocacy efforts to promote
environmental and social policy reforms at the MDBs.
The policy agenda is set by BIC staff and Board, in consultation with Advisors
and Southern constituents, and is carried out in collaboration with BIC program
staff, Washington based and international NGOs. The position is based in
Washington, D.C.
Primary Responsibilities:
Work with
the Executive Director and program staff to determine policy reform opportunities
and set priorities; in particular to determine how to leverage analysis from
field-based project monitoring activities into policy advocacy work.
Conduct research and analysis, consult with international NGOs and developing
country partners in the development of strategies to achieve reform objectives.
Develop policy advocacy documents including briefing papers, reports, and
proposals for reform that can be used to influence decision makers in the MDBs,
US government and Congress.
Work with international partners in the G-8 countries to coordinate advocacy
approaches to Treasury and Finance Ministries.
Initiate and
maintain relationships with Bank and IMF management and staff, officials, and
US government officials at Treasury, State, AID, and other relevant agencies;
attend policy meetings; facilitate NGO interaction with policy makers to
promote advocacy agendas.? Initiate and maintain relationships with members of
Congress; work with other US-based NGOs to develop legislative strategies to promote
policy reforms.
Form relationships with NGOs working on trade and globalization and develop
relevant strategic alliances where these issues intersect with BIC’s work on
the MDBs.
Work with Executive Director on developing media communications strategies when
appropriate.
Work with BIC website manager to update web-based materials and promote
international participation in policy reform efforts.
Potential Areas for Policy Advocacy:
Environmental and social impact assessments for structural adjustment lending
at the World Bank
Conversion of World Bank Environmental and Social Policies and Policy
compliance
Harmonization of Environmental and Social Policies across the MDBs.
Public Right to Know/ Information Disclosure MDB/ Trade Intersections
Qualifications:
At least five years experience working in the field of economic development and
environmental policy advocacy.
Graduate degree or equivalent experience.
Understanding of multilateral institutions, international finance and trade,
globalization, environmental policy, or related fields.
Strong experience working with NGOs and/or grassroots social movements in
developing countries.
Capable of working with MDB management, staff and Board members,government
officials, and members of Congress.
Excellent policy analysis, persuasive writing and communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and independently, to develop and implement
effective strategies.
Commitment to social justice.
Experience working across cultures and in diverse environments.
Foreign
languages, preferably Spanish or French.
Salary negotiable depending on experience. Generous health and retirement
benefits.
To apply, please send your cover letter and CV/resume to Art Farrance at afarrance@bicusa.org
or by fax to (202) 737-1155, before April 30, 2001. No phone
calls & emails, please.
Bank Information Center is an equal opportunity employer. BIC recognizes and
appreciates the benefits of diversity in the workplace.
People who share this belief or reflect a diverse background, including
international candidates, are encouraged to apply.
Nurina
Widagdo
Manager, Asia Projects
BANK INFORMATION CENTER (BIC)
733 15th Street, NW, Suite 1126
Washington, DC 20005
USA
phone: (1) (202) 624 0622 (direct), 737 7752 (general)
fax: (1) (202) 737 1155
email: nwidagdo@bicusa.org