Candidates must have the legal right to work in the location where they are applying. The successful candidate should be comfortable with a flexible, hybrid role which will include a combination of work from home and co-working space depending on location. This role will require travel.
Competitive salary and benefits package provided, including unlimited leave policy and flexible working arrangements. Benefits and compensation vary based on location. Expected salary ranges for this position are:
We are seeking a Policy Officer to join our Cybersecurity and Technology team. This role will support the delivery of our Pacific Cyberdiplomacy programme and provide research and advisory support across technology policy and cyberdiplomacy fields. The successful candidate will work on cutting-edge issues at the intersection of technology, international security, and diplomacy, supporting Small Island Developing States and other clients in navigating complex cyber governance challenges.
Independent Diplomat (ID) is a unique non-profit organization operating at the intersection of international relations, diplomacy, and conflict prevention. Staffed by former diplomats,international lawyers, and experts in international relations, ID provides independent and confidential advice on diplomatic technique and strategy to governments, political groups, international institutions, and non-governmental organizations.
Our team of 25-30 professionals works at the forefront of urgent international crises and foreign policy challenges,including conflict resolution, climate change, internet freedom, and creating a more equitable diplomatic system through initiatives like improving UN Security Council working methods, ensuring women's inclusion in peace processes, and supporting refugee participation in global policy development.
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Please submit your CV and a cover letter (maximum 1 page) explaining your interest in this role and how your experience meets the requirements to jobs@independentdiplomat.org with the subject line "Policy Officer - Cybersecurity and Technology Application." No phone calls please.
Closing date for applications: 14 November 2025
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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By submitting a proposal, you consent to ID processing the personal data contained therein for the purposes of this RFP. We will maintain data security and confidentiality in accordance with our Data Protection Policy, available at www.independentdiplomat.org. Data from unsuccessful proposals will be securely erased once the selection process is complete.
Candidates must have the legal right to work in the location where they are applying. The successful candidate should be comfortable with a flexible, hybrid role which will include a combination of work from office (or co-working space) and home.
Competitive salary and benefits package provided, including unlimited leave policy and flexible working arrangements. Benefits and compensation vary based on location. Expected salary ranges for this position are:
Independent Diplomat is recruiting for a Policy Officer (step 2) in its London or Geneva office. Only those able to work in these locations should apply – relocation or remote work outside of these locations is not possible for this position. The individual will be joining ID at an important and exciting moment for the organisation as we advise partners on some of the most high-profile issues on the diplomatic stage, and in parallel seek to grow the organisation to ensure sustainable impact on global priorities.
We are seeking to expand our team focused on our work in South Asia (Afghanistan, Myanmar) and the protection rights of minorities(Rohingya, Sikhs) and offer the opportunity for a successful candidate to lead and drive important policy outcomes across important projects. The successful candidate will lead on at least one project, and play an important and substantive role supporting other projects within the remit.
ID is placing particular emphasis on individuals with direct experience working on international policy formulation and implementation, combined with multilateral diplomatic and negotiation expertise. Current or former officials from government or intergovernmental backgrounds, foreign ministries, and/or diplomatic missions in capitals and in multilateral centres are encouraged to apply, including Locally Engaged staff. Experience in communications or a proven track record in funding decisions will be an added advantage with core international/diplomatic skills and experience.
Independent Diplomat (ID) is a unique non‐profit venture in the world of international relations, diplomacy and conflict prevention. Staffed by former diplomats, international lawyers and experts in international relations, ID offers independent and confidential advice and assistance on diplomatic technique and strategy to governments,political groups, international institutions, and non‐governmental organizations.
ID’s staff are at the forefront of some of the world’s most urgent international crises and foreign policy challenges. We are engaged in conflict resolution in some of the most pressing crisis zones, for example: Afghanistan, Myanmar, Ukraine and Yemen. Our staff are tackling major shared global threats: such as climate change and internet freedom. And we are seeking to make the system of diplomacy fairer through our effort to improve the working of the UN Security Council, ensure meaningful inclusion of women in peace processes, and assist refugees to lead global refugee policy development.
Our staff workday-to-day with the groups and governments with whom we partner, providing advice, negotiating support and strategy. ID currently has a presence in New York, London, Brussels, Washington D.C. and Geneva.
Policy delivery. Policy Officers at ID are responsible for formulating and delivering political advice and support to Independent Diplomat’s partners/beneficiaries. This includes advice on international engagement and strategy, advice on negotiation strategies and tactical guidance during internationally-led peace processes, how to use diplomacy to achieve foreign policy goals, and guidance through the full range of diplomatic tools required to meet short/mid-term milestones and longer-term objectives.
Relationship management. The ID ethos centres on being led by the partners/beneficiaries which we advise. This requires building strong relationships and trust. Policy Officers will be at the forefront of this effort, ensuring high confidence and strong reputation of ID, including engaging on complex policy formulation with partners working in some of the most challenging issues on the global stage.
Public diplomacy. Policy Officers will be responsible for coordinating this complementary work in tandem with the political advice and strategic support they provide. This includes engaging with international, regional and local media contacts, as well as advising partners on their media messaging and social media strategy to maximise impact.
External communications and Network Building. Policy Officers will be responsible for direct engagement on behalf of ID and our partners with governments, multilateral institutions, NGOs and civil society. This outward facing communication is a critical aspect of the diplomatic support we provide to our partners. Policy Officers are entrusted to lead engagement with autonomy and limited oversight, and must feel confident engaging with and expanding a wide range of relevant networks.
Fundraising. All staff at Independent Diplomat are responsible for representing the organisation and collectively raising the funds required to sustain our work advising some of the most marginalised communities on the diplomatic stage. Policy Officers will play an important role in this effort as the best advocates for theprojects they work on and Independent Diplomat’s mission more broadly,including by developing funding/project proposals as necessary.
Diplomatic Professionalism. Policy Officers will have an important role internally within ID to support the upskilling and sharing of best practices and techniques, bringing with them fresh perspectives and ideas as the organisation develops and grows in response to global challenges and opportunities on the international stage.
The cover letter should:
The CV should include the names and contact details of two references.
Please send (i) a CV (maximum two pages); and (ii) a separate cover letter (maximum one page); to jobs@independentdiplomat.org, with the subject line: Policy Officer – South Asia
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please use the above email address if you have any queries regarding the positions and if you would like to speak with us before applying. Time permitting, we are keen to engage and speak with those interested in working with ID.
Due to a large expected number of applicants, we regret that we are unable to confirm receipt of applications, provide feedback to unsuccessful candidates, or pay travel expenses for interviews conducted in person. For further information about Independent Diplomat, please visit our website at: https://independentdiplomat.org/
Independent Diplomat is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of qualifications and merit. Our objective is to encourage diversity and have the best available person in every job. ID’s policy prohibits discrimination based on race, colour, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, sex (including pregnancy), religion, marital status, familial status, age, alien age or citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability,medical condition, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics,sexual orientation, military status, domestic violence victim status or any other unlawful consideration.
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Independent Diplomat (ID) seeks proposals from qualified individuals, consultants, or firms to provide comprehensive human resources management services for our global operations. ID is an international diplomatic advisory group with core locations in the United States (DC, NYC), United Kingdom (London), and Switzerland (Geneva), plus a distributed workforce of consultants and employees working under Employer-of-Record (EOR) arrangements globally.
Independent Diplomat (ID) is a unique non-profit organization operating at the intersection of international relations, diplomacy, and conflict prevention. Staffed by former diplomats, international lawyers, and experts in international relations, ID provides independent and confidential advice on diplomatic technique and strategy to governments, political groups, international institutions, and non-governmental organizations. Our team of 25-30 professionals works at the forefront of urgent international crises and foreign policy challenges, including conflict resolution in Ukraine, Yemen, Mali, and Myanmar. We tackle major global challenges such as climate change and internet freedom, while working to create a more equitable diplomatic system through initiatives like improving UN Security Council working methods, ensuring women’s inclusion in peace processes, and supporting refugee participation in global policy development. ID maintains established non-profit entities with standardized benefits and payroll systems in the US, UK, and Switzerland, and currently employs personnel in seven additional countries through Employer-of-Record (EOR) and consultant arrangements. Our staff works directly with partner groups and governments, providing daily advisory services, negotiation support, and strategic guidance.
The selected provider will support the Managing Director in all matters relating to human resources across ID’s global operations, maintaining the highest standards of accuracy, timeliness, transparency, and service delivery.
Proposals should include:
Please submit proposals to billing@independentdiplomat.org with the subject line “Request for Proposals: Global HR Management” Submissions should include:
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Independent Diplomat is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in all its operations. This commitment extends to our selection of service providers. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, sex (including pregnancy), religion, marital status, familial status, age, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, military status, domestic violence victim status, or any other protected characteristic.
By submitting a proposal, you consent to ID processing the personal data contained therein for the purposes of this RFP. We will maintain data security and confidentiality in accordance with our Data Protection Policy, available at www.independentdiplomat.org. Data from unsuccessful proposals will be securely erased once the selection process is complete.
