ID is established in the United States, United Kingdom, and Switzerland (New York, Washington, London, Geneva) with additional personnel operating globally. ID will consider applicants outside of its core locations, but benefits packages and contract type will vary based on locality. 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, including to London. Candidates must have the legal right to work in the location they are applying to work in.
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:
Salaries for other locations will be determined based on local market conditions. Placement within the range reflects experience and location.
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.
Independent Diplomat (ID) is a unique non‐profit venture in the world of international relations, diplomacy and conflict prevention. ID offers independent and confidential advice and assistance on diplomatic strategy to governments, political groups, international institutions, and non‐governmental organizations.
ID has advised the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI) at the highest level since 2009. This partnership has helped transform the low-lying island state into one of the most influential climate leaders on the international stage. ID provides technical and strategic advice, in-the-room support during negotiations, and communications and legal advice. ID works with RMI to ensure that it is a prominent voice for ensuring just, equitable and ambitious outcomes for vulnerable countries across multiple relevant forums, including the UNFCCC, the Human Rights Council, and the International Maritime Organization (IMO). More recently, we have started to support RMI on the Agreement on Marine Biological Diversity of Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ).
At the IMO, RMI participates at the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) and is a major force behind efforts to address emissions in international shipping, including through the 2018 and 2023 IMO GHG Strategies and the binding regulations required to implement them. RMI is also engaged in developing the basis for IMO’s engagement with the BBNJ, in a manner that ensures no undermining of the IMO mandate.
The Maritime Environment Policy Officer will be responsible for providing, as part of a small team, political advice and support to ID’s client, the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI) Government. The Policy Officer will support ID’s Senior Policy Advisor, Michael Dobson, who leads work on maritime environment policy within ID’s climate program.
This role is likely to include:
We are a small and nimble team, and the successful candidate will bring enthusiasm and flexibility to the role. Candidates with experience and skills in some but not all of the areas above are encouraged to apply.
Please submit a two-page CV and one-page cover letter demonstrating your suitability for the position to jobs@independentdiplomat.org, indicating "[SURNAME] – Maritime Environment Policy Officer" in the email subject line.
The cover letter should:
The CV should include the names and contact details of two references.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Due to a large expected number of applicants, we regret that we are unable to confirm receipt of applications or provide feedback to unsuccessful candidates. 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 based on qualification 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, alienage 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.
By submitting an application to ID, you expressly consent to ID processing the personal data contained in your application, including, but not limited to, the information contained in any cover letter, curriculum vitae, resume or references. We will hold your information securely and use it only to process your application. When the post has been filled, ID will erase your personal data securely. For further information about ID’s Data Protection Policy, including why and how we process and transfer personal data, and your rights with respect to your personal data, please refer to our website at www.independentdiplomat.org
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:
Questions regarding this RFP may be directed to billing@independentdiplomat.org
Proposals will be evaluated based on:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further discussion. ID will maintain strict confidentiality throughout the selection process.
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.
