Memberships & Programs Associate

Position Summary

GIFCT is seeking a highly organized and self-motivated candidate to work with the Membership & Programs team to support prospective applicants and incoming GIFCT member companies, and work on related GIFCT programs and partnerships. The ideal candidate possesses excellent organizational and communication skills, experience with multi-sector groups and communities, and will be comfortable interacting with international stakeholders across different geographies. Experience working within a team and on events and programs will be beneficial. A demonstrable interest in topics related to trust and safety efforts online, online policies, digital safety, counterterrorism, and/or counter-extremism efforts is desirable.

Role Description: Membership & Programs Associate

Responsibilities

• Support the Membership & Programs Lead in identifying and supporting companies applying to join GIFCT, including managing related documentation and processes relating to compliance with GIFCT membership criteria
• Support partnership management, including drafting and sending communications, basic administration, and project management around GIFCT programs, such as Working Groups.
• Coordinates human rights reviews and other insights with relevant external partners and GIFCT teams
• Support GIFCT events and activities
• Contribute to research, analysis, and the development of publications (reports, blog posts. Insights) and products as needed.

Other Duties as Assigned

As part of our dynamic team, this role involves not only the outlined responsibilities but also other duties as assigned to meet the evolving needs of the organization. We seek individuals who embrace flexibility, adaptability, and a proactive mindset in navigating diverse tasks that contribute to our collective success. Your willingness to pivot, lend expertise beyond your primary scope, and collaborate seamlessly across departments is integral to our shared goals and growth.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• 3+ years of demonstrable experience in one or more of the following topics: trust and safety efforts online, analyzing international terrorist and violent extremist trends, international counterterrorism efforts, processes of radicalization towards violence, prevention and/or counter-extremism efforts, online policies and legislation.
• Ability to carry out independent research, analysis and drafting, including synthesizing complex information into easily understood briefings and assessments.
• Ability to work independently with excellent judgment as well as part of a team and across multiple time zones
• Fluency with digital office platforms and collaboration spaces such as Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Slack, and Zoom.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and effectively manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines while utilizing superior organization skills with high attention to detail.
• Experience handling sensitive information with the highest level of discretion.
• Excellent English written and verbal communications skills, including experience presenting work to internal and external audiences.
• Availability to occasionally travel, as needed, to domestic U.S, and international locations
• Strong commitment to GIFCT’s mission, purpose and values.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

• Experience managing communications for high-level political, industry and/or non-profit officials across different countries and contexts
• Experience providing training sessions or guidance to third parties is also beneficial.
• Competency in UN working languages is a bonus (Arabic, French, Russian, Chinese, Spanish).