Advocacy Officer

Placements24; Queenstown (MD); Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Benefits package

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a passionate Advocacy Officer for a fully remote position with a nonprofit focused on human rights. You will develop and implement advocacy strategies, research issues, and engage policymakers to influence policy and drive social impact.

The role requires a Master's degree and at least 5 years in advocacy or human rights, with strong writing, research, and stakeholder engagement skills. Experience with South Africa's legislative processes and remote work are a plus.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Law, Political Science, Public Policy, Human Rights, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in advocacy, policy analysis, or human rights work.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing successful advocacy strategies.
• Strong research, analytical, and writing skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for diverse stakeholders.
• Familiarity with legislative and policy-making processes in South Africa.
• Ability to work independently and remotely.
• Experience on issues relevant to the Eastern Cape is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and analysis on relevant policy issues and human rights concerns.
• Develop policy briefs, position papers, and advocacy materials.
• Engage with policymakers and stakeholders to promote organizational objectives.
• Design and implement advocacy campaigns to raise public awareness.
• Monitor legislative and policy developments relevant to the mandate.
• Represent the organization in forums, coalitions, and meetings.
• Build and maintain relationships with partner organizations and civil society.
• Track and report on progress and impact of advocacy initiatives.

Skills

Research

Policy analysis

Advocacy strategy development

Writing

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Remote work

Education

Master's degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing human rights, is seeking a passionate and skilled Advocacy Officer to join their remote team. This role will focus on developing and implementing advocacy strategies to influence policy and promote positive change, particularly concerning issues relevant to communities such as **Queenstown, Eastern Cape**. The successful candidate will be responsible for research, policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, and public awareness campaigns. If you are driven by a commitment to social justice and possess strong analytical and communication skills, this fully remote opportunity is for you. You will play a vital role in shaping policy and driving advocacy efforts from anywhere in the country.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct research and analysis on relevant policy issues and human rights concerns.
• Develop policy briefs, position papers, and advocacy materials.
• Engage with policymakers, government officials, and other stakeholders to promote organizational objectives.
• Design and implement advocacy campaigns to raise public awareness and mobilize support.
• Monitor legislative and policy developments relevant to the organization's mandate.
• Represent the organization in relevant forums, coalitions, and meetings.
• Build and maintain relationships with partner organizations and civil society actors.
• Track and report on the progress and impact of advocacy initiatives.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Law, Political Science, Public Policy, Human Rights, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in advocacy, policy analysis, or human rights work.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing successful advocacy strategies.
• Strong research, analytical, and writing skills, with the ability to translate complex issues into accessible language.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with experience engaging diverse stakeholders.
• Familiarity with the legislative and policy-making processes in **South Africa**.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote setting.
• Experience working on issues relevant to the **Eastern Cape** region is an advantage.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement, offering excellent flexibility.
• Opportunity to contribute to significant policy change and human rights advancements.
• Professional development and training in advocacy and policy.
• A collaborative and supportive remote work environment.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.