About FEMNET
The African Women’s Development and Communication Network (FEMNET) is a pan- African, feminist and membership-based network based in Nairobi with over 800 members across 48 African countries. FEMNET envisions an African society where gender equality is achieved, and women and girls enjoy all their rights and live in dignity. FEMNET exists to facilitate and coordinate the sharing of experiences, ideas, information, and strategies for human rights promotion among African women’s organizations through networking, communication, capacity-building and advocacy at the regional and international levels. FEMNET was conceived in 1988 but formally registered in 1993 under Kenya’s applicable incorporation laws and/or regulations.
Since inception in 1988, FEMNET has strategically positioned herself as a convenor, organizer and facilitator of dialogues around critical issues including women’s involvement in governance and leadership, promoting women’s economic justice, advocating for women’s sexual and reproductive health and rights, ending gender-based violence and harmful practices (such as female genital mutilation and child marriage) and strengthening the women’s movement in Africa.
Policy and Advocacy Lead – FNT/EOI/49/2022
We are currently seeking to engage a passionate, dynamic, and enthusiastic Policy and Advocacy Lead, on a two-year contract. The holder of the position will report to the Policy and Programme Manager. This is a full-time position and will be based at FEMNET’s secretariat in Nairobi, Kenya.
Job purpose
FEMNET is seeking to recruit a dynamic, passionate, African feminist to serve as Policy and Advocacy Lead on a 2-year contract, to co-create, shape, lead, strengthen and deliver FEMNET’s Advocacy and Influencing Strategy. The Policy and Movement Building Manager will be instrumental in shaping FEMNET’s policy and advocacy priorities and strengthening these within FEMNET membership.
Reports to: Policy and Programme Manager
Terms of Reference
The policy and Advocacy lead will oversee and direct the implementation of FEMNET’s Advocacy and influencing Strategy as follows:
Main Duties include:
Who we are looking for:
This role offers a unique opportunity for a passionate candidate to lead and shape continental and global debate, policies and spaces. A feminist, gender equality and women’s rights activist with a genuine commitment to work and passion to drive transformative change will have a platform to serve and join a dynamic team working with one of the largest and influential Pan-African feminist networks.
We are looking for someone who espouses:
Minimum requirements, qualifications, skills and experience
Education and Experience
Knowledge and Skills
Must have skills:
Remuneration will be in line with the set procedures of the organizations which consider the experience and qualifications of the candidate.
Interested applicants should send their intent letter accompanied by resume with names and addresses of 3 professional referees (not more than 3 pages including telephone and e-mail) Applications are by e-mail only, sent to: recruitment@femnet.or.ke. Please indicate the reference on the subject line as ‘Policy and Advocacy Lead (Ref : FNT/EOI/49/2022)’
Deadline for submission of applications is on 8th November 2022
Please note: Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to equity, inclusivity, safeguarding and non-discriminatory principles and practices. FEMNET is committed to welcoming and working with all people irrespective of age, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnic origin, colour, race, religious or political beliefs, disability, socio-economic background, or any other aspect of their background or identity. We will make any practical adjustments to enable persons with disability to participate fully in an inclusive working environment. Please let us know in advance if you require any support or assistive technologies in making your application.
Only applicants who have been shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.
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