Gender Advocacy Advisor

Gender Advocacy Advisor

40 hrs per week – 1 year (possibility to extend based on performance and fund availability)

Estimated start date: ASAP

The position could be based in one of the following locations: Jordan, Tunisia, Lebanon & OPT 

Salary & Benefits: National Package - In line with Oxfam values and according to location

(Oxfam International is unable to guarantee the obtaining of a work permit for the role. Candidates must have and be able to retain the legal right to work in the location(s) indicated. We are not able to support the relocation of a candidate to take up the position in an Oxfam location).

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty. 

That means we tackle the inequality that keeps people poor. Together we save, protect and rebuild lives. When disaster strikes, we help people build better lives for themselves, and for others. We take on issues like land rights, climate change and discrimination against women. And we won’t stop until every person on the planet can enjoy life free from poverty.

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Purpose of the job: 

Oxfam International-MENA is looking for The Gender Justice Advocacy Advisor to provide influencing and campaigning steer on Gender Justice in the MENA region. It will provide a thought leadership and policy advice that support building networks and alliances at the country, regional and international levels. It will ensure promoting and connecting with regional and global campaigns and will work closely with Regional Gender Justice Coordinator, ensuring that together they develop and implement sound gender influencing strategies and plans.

The Regional Platform (RP) of Oxfam in the Middle East and North Africa( MENA) has mandate to:

Provide strategic Leadership, Management & accountability of and to Oxfam Country Programmes in MENA

Deliver regional impact, developing partner relationships, brand and impact in the region through relevant influencing and advocacy work, public engagement and programming

Provide support to Oxfam Country Offices

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Who we're looking for

Someone with A master’s degree in social sciences, development studies, gender studies or equivalent and proven experience in program management of regional programs in international NGOs. You must demonstrate existing relationships, networks and partnerships with influential women’s rights organisations and feminists in the MENA region. You should have proven experience of networking, building alliances and partnerships around gender justice issues and delivering impactful influencing on women’s rights and proven experience in managing key relationships. You should have Solid knowledge and understanding of gender justice and global frameworks such as SDGs, CEDAW and UNCSR 1325 and how to operationalise these for women in the MENA. You should have Proven experience in designing and implementing advocacy strategies and campaigns on gender justice and women’s rights.

What we offer

At Oxfam, we believe that every aspect of our work can lead to a positive outcome. If you have the same opinion, together with the ability to meet the challenges involved, this role offers scope for immense personal fulfilment – as well as outstanding opportunities to develop your career. Oxfam is committed to providing a fair compensation package and a flexible working environment.

Please click Here to start the application process. Please upload and up-to-date CV and a covering letter, clearly explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile by no later than 17th February 2021

Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, usually within 2 weeks of the closing date.

Note: All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and may be subject to appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Please note that Oxfam International participates in the Inter-Agency Scheme for the Disclosure of Safeguarding-related Misconduct in Recruitment Processes within the Humanitarian and Development Sector. Under this scheme, if you have been employed by another member of the scheme, we will request information from that organization on any misconduct history in accordance with the terms of the scheme. For scheme details please click here

Oxfam International is an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity and inclusion within the workplace.