About the Role
The specialist will coordinate advocacy efforts, develop policy positions, and lead communication strategies to support humanitarian objectives and promote organizational impact.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate advocacy campaigns targeting governments and international bodies
- Develop policy briefs and position papers on humanitarian issues
- Engage with stakeholders to influence policy decisions affecting displaced populations
- Support the creation and dissemination of strategic communication materials
- Monitor political and humanitarian developments to inform advocacy strategy
- Organize and facilitate meetings with policymakers and partners
- Represent the organization in technical working groups and forums
- Translate program data into compelling advocacy messages
- Maintain relationships with key government and non-government actors
- Ensure advocacy activities align with program objectives and compliance standards
- Track and report on advocacy outcomes and policy changes
- Support media engagement and messaging during emergencies
- Draft speeches, talking points, and briefing documents for senior leaders
- Coordinate with field teams to gather evidence for policy influence
- Promote gender-sensitive and inclusive approaches in all advocacy products
- Contribute to donor reports related to policy and communication outcomes
- Ensure timely delivery of advocacy deliverables within project timelines
- Support capacity building of staff on advocacy and communication tools
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legal and policy frameworks
- Use data to identify advocacy opportunities and measure impact
- Collaborate with regional and global teams to align messaging
- Ensure all materials comply with organizational branding and tone guidelines
- Respond to information requests from external stakeholders
- Support the development of annual advocacy work plans
- Identify risks associated with policy engagement and recommend mitigation
Compensation
Competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience
Work Arrangement
Full-time, temporary position with potential for extension based on funding and performance
Team
Position is part of the Advocacy and Communications team operating within a humanitarian response context
Application Process
- Interested candidates must submit a resume and cover letter through the online portal
- Applications without a cover letter will not be considered
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews
- Candidates may be required to complete a writing assessment
- The organization reserves the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is identified
Equal Opportunity Statement
- The organization is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace
- Women, refugees, and individuals from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply
- Qualified candidates with disabilities are welcome to apply
- Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, religion, gender identity, or sexual orientation
- Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for applicants with disabilities
Code of Conduct
- All employees are expected to adhere to the organization’s standards of conduct
- Protection from sexual exploitation and abuse is a core principle
- Staff must comply with safeguarding policies at all times
- Any breach of ethical standards may result in disciplinary action, including termination
- Employees are required to complete mandatory training on ethics and compliance
May be available depending on country of assignment and organizational policy
