Advocacy Officer - Human Rights

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Professional development opportunities

Networking in human rights sector

Dynamic work environment in Randburg

Job summary

Placements24 represents a prominent human rights advocacy organization seeking an Advocacy Officer to lead social justice initiatives across Gauteng and beyond. The role focuses on developing advocacy strategies, engaging policymakers, and mobilizing public support to drive meaningful reform.

You will research critical issues, build coalitions, and represent the organization in public forums, contributing to more equitable policies and stronger human rights protections in Randburg and

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Law, Political Science, International Relations, Human Rights, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in advocacy, policy analysis, or human rights work.
• Understanding of policy-making processes and legislative frameworks.
• Strong research, analytical, and report-writing skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in campaign management and coalition building.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic advocacy plans to influence policy and practice.
• Conduct research on human rights issues and prepare policy briefs and position papers.
• Engage with government officials, parliamentarians, and other policymakers.
• Build and maintain relationships with civil society organizations, community groups, and international partners.
• Organize and facilitate advocacy events, campaigns, and public awareness initiatives.
• Monitor legislative and policy developments relevant to the organization's mandate.

Skills

Research

Analytical thinking

Report writing

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Campaign management

Coalition building

Education

Advanced degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent human rights advocacy organization with operations in Randburg , is seeking a dedicated Advocacy Officer to champion key social justice issues across Gauteng and beyond. This impactful role involves developing and implementing advocacy strategies, engaging with policymakers, and mobilizing public support to drive meaningful change. You will research critical issues, build coalitions, and represent the organization in public forums, working towards a more equitable society. This is a compelling opportunity for a passionate advocate to make a substantial contribution to human rights within the Randburg area and the broader community.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic advocacy plans to influence policy and practice.
• Conduct research on human rights issues and prepare policy briefs and position papers.
• Engage with government officials, parliamentarians, and other policymakers.
• Build and maintain relationships with civil society organizations, community groups, and international partners.
• Organize and facilitate advocacy events, campaigns, and public awareness initiatives.
• Monitor legislative and policy developments relevant to the organization's mandate.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in Law, Political Science, International Relations, Human Rights, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in advocacy, policy analysis, or human rights work.
• Demonstrated understanding of policy-making processes and legislative frameworks.
• Strong research, analytical, and report-writing skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in campaign management and coalition building.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and networking within the human rights sector.
• A dynamic and intellectually stimulating work environment in Randburg .
• The opportunity to contribute to significant social and legal reform.
• Be part of a passionate team committed to advancing human rights in Gauteng .