Policy Analyst, Center for Democracy and Technology The Center for Democracy and Technology is seeking a policy analyst to support its work on Internet civil liberties and policy issues. The job offers an exciting opportunity to help shape emerging policy issues surrounding the Internet and other new digital media. CDT is a non-profit public interest group, based in Washington DC, dedicated to promoting civil liberties and human rights online. CDT is one of the world's premier Internet advocacy organizations, with a global reputation and well-respected staff. CDT works at the cutting edge of online policy issues concerning privacy and security, free expression, government surveillance and national security, digital copyright, and international policy issues. For more information see <http://www.cdt.org/> The primary responsibilities of the Policy Analyst will be to -- - research and analyze current digital technology policy issues; - draft policy papers, reports, Congressional testimony, and other pieces about current issues affecting the Internet and civil liberties; - coordinate working groups and organize meetings and conferences; and - assist CDT's legal staff in developing and articulating CDT's policy positions. The position will focus initially on issues surrounding digital copyright and communications privacy. QUALIFICATIONS: The Policy Analyst is a junior professional position on CDT's staff, designed for candidates with up to three years experience after graduation from an undergraduate or graduate degree program. An ideal candidate would have -- - experience with Internet, technology, or media policy issues; - excellent verbal and written communication skills; - dedication to CDT's public interest mission; - excellent planning and organizational skills; - attention to detail, resourcefulness, and self-motivation. CDT offers lots of autonomy within a team environment. Minority, female, disabled and GLBT applicants are particularly encouraged to apply. COMPENSATION: Salary is commensurate with experience. CDT also offers excellent benefits, including health benefits, a retirement plan, and generous vacation and leave. TO APPLY please send an email stating your interest in CDT and Internet policy, along with a resume and short writing sample (max. 10 pages), to <dani@cdt.org> by May 12, 2003. The Center for Democracy and technology is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, sexual or gender orientation, religion or physical ability.