[bestbits] Two great opportunities at Web Foundation - please share

[Kristen Robinson]

Hi all,

We have two excellent openings in communications and policy at Web
Foundation! Please share with any relevant contacts who may be interested.
Full details and job descriptions can be found on our jobs page
<http://webfoundation.org/about/jobs/>.

Thanks in advance,

Kristen

Policy Fellow

We’re recruiting a Policy Fellow to provide support to Sir Tim Berners-Lee
in his role as a spokesperson and advocate for the Web Foundation on
selected emerging issues. You will work closely with our policy and
communications teams to ensure that Sir Tim’s voice influences key debates
and decisions globally. You will assist with strategy and forecasting on
emerging issues, conduct desk research and lead in producing related policy
materials aimed at key decision-makers. This is a unique role for a
talented and motivated person who is able to apply academic acumen to real
world policy challenges facing the internet. Please note that candidates
should be in possession of a doctorate, or close to completing one (ABD
stage), or alternatively possess a relevant Masters’ degree and further
research and policy analysis experience equivalent to a doctorate.

Interested candidates should read the full job description
<http://webfoundation.org/docs/2016/11/Web_Foundation_Policy_Fellow_JobPosting.pdf>
and apply by sending a cover letter and CV to jobs at webfoundation.org with
“Policy Fellow” in the subject line.

Deadline: 30 November 2016


Communications Officer – Digital Inclusion

We’re looking for a communications whiz to join our team, working on issues
including internet affordability and gender equality online. Do you have a
track record of working on high-impact campaigns with complex issues at
their heart? Is your writing excellent, your attention to detail
unparalleled, and are you comfortable working across cultures and
timezones? You could be the colleague we’re looking for. Please read the
job description
<http://webfoundation.org/docs/2016/10/Digital-Inclusion-Communications-Officer-FINAL1.pdf>
and apply ASAP by sending a cover letter and a copy of your CV to
jobs at webfoundation.org with “Communications Officer” in the subject line.
We’ll accept rolling applications until this position is filled, and will
prioritise those based in either Cape Town or London.


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Kristen Robinson

Communications & Advocacy Manager

+44 20 3287 7228

@Kristen3025 <https://twitter.com/Kristen3025>

Skype: Kristen_WebFdn

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