Advocacy Officer

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Hybrid work model promoting work-life 

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Professional development and training 

Collaborative team environment with a 

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Job summary

Placements24 seeks a passionate Advocacy Officer to join our client’s team in Sandton. The role focuses on developing and implementing strategies to influence policy and raise public awareness on critical social issues, championing the organization’s cause, and engaging with stakeholders to drive meaningful change.

The position operates in a hybrid setup with essential in-person engagements with community leaders and policymakers.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in advocacy, public policy, or a related field, preferably within the non-profit sector.
• Strong research, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex issues clearly.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and relationship building.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing remote and in-office responsibilities.
• A deep commitment to the mission of the charitable sector and social impact.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective advocacy strategies and campaigns to promote the organization's mission.
• Conduct research on relevant policy issues and prepare briefing materials for stakeholders.
• Engage with policymakers, government officials, and community leaders to advocate for change.
• Mobilize public support through awareness campaigns and community engagement initiatives.
• Monitor policy developments and analyze their impact on the communities served.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to strengthen advocacy efforts.

Skills

Advocacy experience

Research & analysis

Written & verbal communication

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a passionate and articulate Advocacy Officer to join their team in Sandton . This role is essential for developing and implementing strategies to influence policy and raise public awareness on critical social issues. You will be instrumental in championing the organization's cause, engaging with stakeholders, and driving meaningful change. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement, allowing for flexibility while ensuring vital in-person engagement with community leaders and policymakers. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual dedicated to social justice and skilled in communication and strategic influence to make a significant impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective advocacy strategies and campaigns to promote the organization's mission.
• Conduct research on relevant policy issues and prepare briefing materials for stakeholders.
• Engage with policymakers, government officials, and community leaders to advocate for change.
• Mobilize public support through awareness campaigns and community engagement initiatives.
• Monitor policy developments and analyze their impact on the communities served.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to strengthen advocacy efforts.

Requirements

• Proven experience in advocacy , public policy, or a related field, preferably within the non-profit sector.
• Strong research, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex issues clearly.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and relationship building.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing remote and in-office responsibilities.
• A deep commitment to the mission of the charitable sector and social impact.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
• Hybrid work model promoting work-life balance.
• Opportunity to influence policy and drive social change.
• Professional development and training in advocacy techniques.
• Collaborative team environment with a shared sense of purpose.
• Be part of an organization making a tangible difference in Sandton and beyond.