Advocacy Manager

Global Jobs; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization seeks a candidate to develop advocacy and policy priorities related to humanitarian operations and the Syria crisis. Responsibilities include managing advocacy campaigns, producing materials, and building relationships with policymakers. The role requires strong communication and coordination skills to unify advocacy efforts across various organizations.

Responsibilities

• Help develop advocacy and policy priorities within SAMS.
• Oversee production of advocacy materials and manage campaigns.
• Coordinate policies related to humanitarian operations and the Syria crisis.

Job description

Job Responsibilities

1. Help develop advocacy and policy priorities within SAMS.
2. Regularly communicate SAMS’s advocacy messages to Congressional Offices, the State Department, White House National Security Council, United Nations Missions, United Nations agencies, Think Tanks, and other relief organizations.
3. Oversee and administer the production of the organization’s advocacy materials, including talking points, one-pagers, and resources.
4. Spearhead advocacy-related events such as Congressional and UN briefings, advocacy days, think tank events, roundtables, and more.
5. Connect and collaborate with advocacy staff in the Jordan, Turkey, and Lebanon offices.
6. Manage all online and offline advocacy campaigns, including grassroots lobby days.

Policy Development

1. Coordinate and develop policies related to SAMS’s humanitarian operations and the Syria crisis at the Congressional, administration, United Nations, and international levels.
2. Build and maintain relationships with key policymakers and departments in the US government, the United Nations, and relief organizations.
3. Handle external inquiries regarding SAMS’s advocacy and policy positions from partners, policymakers, and media.
4. Research and author reports, white papers, briefing memos, letters, statements, op-eds, and other advocacy materials related to the crisis in Syria.
5. Represent SAMS in coalitions such as Crisis Action, InterAction, and Safeguarding Healthcare in Conflict.
6. Connect with coalitions in Turkey, Jordan, and Lebanon to unify advocacy and policy positions.
7. Coordinate with advocacy departments within other major partner and relief organizations, UN agencies, and others to ensure a cohesive message.
8. Present on behalf of SAMS at events as needed.

SAMS is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We expect every member of the SAMS community to foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and dignified.

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