Working jointly for common interests and concerns, the Episcopal Church and the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America (ELCA) together are seeking a staff person for the position of Legislative Representative for International Issues to be located in Washington, DC.

“This unique partnership of ministries and resources between the Episcopal Church and the ELCA provides an opportunity for our denominations to focus jointly on issues of mutual importance,” commented Toni Daniels, Co-Director of Mission for the Episcopal Church. “This exciting endeavor will address shared international-policy positions of both churches to Congress and the Administration.”

The Legislative Representative for International Issues will serve jointly on the staffs of both the Episcopal Church Office of Government Relations and the ELCA Washington Office, and will be responsible for the federal legislative and policy advocacy of both churches on U.S. foreign policy and international issues, representing the shared positions of the churches to Congress and the Administration; conducting legislative research and analysis; producing legislative correspondence and communications; and building and leading advocacy coalitions.

The complete job posting, along with details for applying, is located here: Legislative Representative. No telephone inquiries will be accepted for this position.

The deadline for submitting applications is April 5, 2011.

The Episcopal Church values diversity of culture and thought and seeks talented, qualified employees regardless of race, gender, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other protected classification under Federal, State or Municipal law. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA): www.elca.org

The Episcopal Church: www.episcopalchurch.org