Position Title: Policy and Content Writing Assistant or Associate

Reports to: Vice President and Chief of Staff

Start Date: Immediately

Status:
Full Time, Non-Exempt

Location: Washington DC, (Hybrid) - 4 days a week in the office

J Street is seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented Policy and Content Writing Assistant or Associate to join our Communications and Policy teams. This entry-level role is ideal for a strong, versatile writer with a passion for advancing pro-Israel, pro-peace, pro-democracy values and a deep interest in Middle East policy and political advocacy. The assistant will help craft a broad range of public-facing and internal materials—including policy explainers, press statements, email campaigns, and issue briefs—that shape how J Street communicates with policymakers, the media, and our supporters.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Draft, edit, and proof compelling written content, including:
  • Public statements, press releases, and talking points
  • Email communications to supporters and stakeholders
  • Issue briefs, policy explainers, and backgrounders
  • Website and social media content as needed
• Conduct background research to support content development, ensuring accuracy and clarity in all written materials
• Collaborate closely with Policy and Government Affairs staff to translate complex issues into accessible, persuasive messaging
• Support the maintenance of J Street’s message consistency across platforms
• Assist with rapid-response communications needs and time-sensitive writing projects
• Help track and compile press coverage for assistance in implementation of the daily news roundup and to monitor relevant policy developments
• General support to the Communications and Policy teams on webinar production, website maintenance, and digital content production and distribution

Required Skills/Qualifications

• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to adapt tone for different audiences
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines under pressure
• Ability to work collaboratively across the organization
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Familiarity with J Street’s issues, particularly US foreign policy on the Middle East, the US-Israel relationship, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and American Jewish communal affairs

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in political science, international relations, journalism, communications, or related field
• Prior internship or work experience in political communications, advocacy, journalism, or a related field is a bonus
• Familiarity with databases such as Salesforce and ActionKit or similar

Physical Requirements

There are no extraordinary physical requirements for the performance of the essential functions of this position. J Street will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

About J Street

J Street organizes pro-Israel, pro-peace, pro-democracy Americans to promote US policies that align with Jewish and democratic values, that help secure the State of Israel as a just, democratic homeland for the Jewish people, and that advance freedom, safety and self-determination for the Palestinian people.

J Street focuses its work in three main areas: (1) Advocating and demonstrating support for pro-Israel, pro-peace, pro-democracy policies in Congress, the media and the Jewish community; (2) Endorsing and raising money for federal candidates who share J Street’s agenda; and (3) Educating the public and raising awareness of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the two-state solution.

Salary and Benefits

The salary range for this full-time non-exempt position is $55,000-$60,000. Per J Street's Collective Bargaining Agreement, pay and title are commensurate with experience and according to pay bands outlined in our CBA.

J Street recognizes a staff bargaining unit affiliated with IFPTE Local 70, a union for non-profit workers. This position is included in J Street’s bargaining unit and is covered under the terms of the collective bargaining agreement.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Unlimited personal time off, accrued sick leave, sabbatical leave
• generous parental and family leave
• paid time off on many federal and Jewish holidays,
• health and dental insurance
• company-paid life insurance
• a 401k program including an employer match
• Pre-tax benefits: commuter benefits, and a flexible spending account

To Apply

We are excited to receive applications from a broad range of applicants as we grow our organization to better reflect the diversity of the communities that care about our mission. Please submit the items listed below:

1. Resume
2. A writing sample
3. Answer three short-answer questions in the application process
4. List of Three References

Applications are being accepted now and the position will be filled as quickly as possible.

At J Street we value an inclusive, welcoming, and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to understanding and valuing each other’s perspectives at all levels of the organization thereby creating a culture that allows us to better serve our employees, and the communities we work with. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. This policy applies with regard to all aspects of one’s employment and fellowship, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits, and termination. J Street is an Equal Opportunity Employer.