Vacancies: Action Aid, Women’s Rights Advocacy Adviser

Brixton Blog - Big Smoke; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading non-profit organization in London is seeking a Women’s Rights Advocacy Adviser to develop innovative advocacy strategies and help promote women's rights. The ideal candidate will have a strong grasp of the UK political system and experience in successful lobbying. This full-time position offers a 7-month fixed-term contract and requires building relationships with key influencers. The role welcomes diverse applicants and emphasizes equality in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Good understanding of the UK political system.
• Track record of successful lobbying.
• Ability to communicate policy work effectively.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with national and international influencers.
• Develop policy positions and communicate effectively.
• Maximise advocacy and lobbying opportunities.

Skills

Lobbying

Relationship building

Policy development

Job description

Overview

HOURS: Full-time

CONTRACT: 7 months fixed term contract

LOCATION: London EC1R 0BJ

From development finance and biofuels to tax justice and women’s rights ActionAid is playing a major role in influencing international development issues. As part of the global ActionAid family, you will be working to build a fair and just world where everyone can claim their rights in an organisation which works with local people in more than 45 countries to end violence against women, increase women’s access to justice, advance women’s reproductive rights, promote women’s political participation, hold companies and governments to account and help communities cope with emergencies.

Join us as Women’s Rights Advocacy Adviser and develop innovative advocacy strategies that position ActionAid UK as a leading organisation in the field of women’s rights and help bring about positive change.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with national and international influencers
• Develop policy positions and ensure that policy work is communicated effectively
• Develop excellent contacts across relevant national and international institutions, political stakeholders and key country programmes to maximise advocacy and lobbying opportunities
• Support fundraising activities, influence media messages and build alliances with other potential partners

Qualifications

• A good understanding of the UK political system and a track record of successful lobbying within it is essential

About your application

ActionAid is an equal opportunities employer. We warmly welcome applications from all sections of the community and aim to promote diversity.

All interested applicants must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Closing Date: 4 April 2012

Job Contact: Email your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to [e-mail].

See our website for a full job description.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret we will not be able to respond personally to applicants who are not short-listed. If you have not heard from us within two weeks from the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.