Reports to: Regional Director HoA – dotted line reporting to Head of Global Advocacy (Dublin)
Liaises with: Head of Workplace Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (based in Dublin, Ireland)
Job location: The successful candidate will be based in Nairobi, Kenya (candidates must be legally entitled to work in Kenya at the time of application) and will be required to travel to other countries where Concern operates up to 10% of the year.
Contract: 2 Year Fixed Term Kenyan National Staff Contract
Grade: Coordinator Level (Grade 9: 355,572 – 537,835 KSh)
Job Purpose: The Regional P&A Advisor will work firstly with the countries in the Horn of Africa region and liaise with the global advocacy unit on issues affecting communities in fragile and conflict affected states; strengthen global level advocacy on hunger, conflict and resilience to maximize Concern’s impact and influence on global humanitarian policy and practice; and, in collaboration with country programs, provide strategic advocacy support to Concern’s work in humanitarian crises.
This position will support the implementation of country and regional advocacy initiatives with country teams and provide specific support to the Regional Director. The post holder will contribute to Concern’s cross disciplinary strategic priorities as part of the International Advocacy Team.
The ideal candidate is experienced in working with INGOs and understands the international humanitarian arena as well as some understanding of the advocacy environment in the Horn of Africa.The ideal candidate is an excellent networker and convener, is at ease in all levels of advocacy influencing, and has a strong commitment to Concern’s mission and values.
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Please submit your CV and cover letter through our website at https://jobs.concern.net/jobs/international/vacancy/regional-policy–advocacy-advisor-1647-nairobi/1665/description/ by the closing date.
Concern Worldwide encourages all qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, ethnicity and origin, disability, political beliefs, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, or socio-economic status to apply to become a part of the organisation. Concern is against all forms of discrimination and unequal power relations, and is committed to promoting equality.
Please inform us in your cover letter if you require any assistance or accommodation in applying for this role.
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