Senior Policy Advisor Internet Society Geneva

About The Internet Society:

The Internet Society is the world’s trusted independent source of leadership for Internet policy, technology standards, and future development. Based on its principled vision and substantial technological foundation, the Internet Society works with its members and Chapters around the world to promote the continued evolution and growth of the open Internet through dialog among companies, governments, and other organizations around the world. For more information, see: http://www.internetsociety.org.

About the Position:

The Internet Society (ISOC) is seeking a qualified individual to assist in building and implementing the Society’s Public Policy activities.

The successful applicant will play a central role in fulfilling ISOC’s Public Policy goals by expanding and maintaining ISOC’s engagement with international inter-governmental, non-governmental and civil society organizations whose mandate and activities impact on the continued growth of the open and accessible Internet. Acting at the intersection of policy, technology and education, the Senior Policy Advisor will also play a critical role in developing and advocating ISOC’s Internet-related Public Policy positions, in particular on Digital Content, Intellectual Property Rights and the Rule of Law.

This is a full-time position reporting to the Vice President of Public Policy and intended to be located in ISOC’s Geneva, Switzerland office.

This position requires a professional, who is politically sensitive, can demonstrate excellent organizational skills, skilled in messaging and relationship building, consensus-oriented, and self-motivated.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the elaboration and presentation of ISOC’s Public Positions on a range of Internet-related policy and technical issues (e.g. Digital Content, Intellectual Property Rights and the Rule of Law, Cyber security, on-line Privacy, etc.)

• Contribute to the coordination of ISOC delegations when participating in inter-governmental organizations’ events and activities (WIPO, OECD, ITU etc.)

• Participate in the negotiation of MoUs and the construction of partnerships with international organizations (inter-governmental, business, civil society) in a view to leverage ISOC’s various departments’ initiatives

Desired Qualifications:

• Master-level qualification in International Relations or related field. Additional qualification in Information Sciences, Technology or Intellectual Property Rights would be an asset.

• 5-7 years relevant public policy experience in areas noted above.

• Experience in working with international, inter-governmental and/or corporate organizations.

• The experience, poise, and confidence necessary to represent the Internet Society effectively and professionally in international public policy forums.

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English is a must. Proficiency in at least one additional language is desirable.

• Proficiency with Internet-based communication and work tools and working in active on-line communication environments.

• Must be able to build consensus on-line.

• The willingness and ability to travel extensively.

Compensation for this position will be competitively commensurate with the successful applicant’s qualification and includes full benefits and a variable incentive plan component. Applicants are encouraged to read ISOC's 2012-2014 Business Plan.
Information about the Internet Society and its activities may be found at http://www.isoc.org.

Applicants should forward a resume, salary history, and any other relevant materials to jobs-policy@isoc.org.
Applications will be evaluated until the position has been filled. The list of applicants will not be posted publicly, and will be reviewed in confidence by members of the evaluation committee.