Policy Coordinator - BASED IN JERUSALEM

Job Opportunity in Oxfam

Oxfam GB in the occupied Palestinian territory & Israel is working towards a just & peaceful resolution to the devastating conflict that continues to deprive people of their basic rights.

We welcome applications from people who have the required experience and skills. The right attitude to Oxfam’s ways of working and a real passion for being part of our diverse workforce is required.

Policy Coordinator - BASED IN JERUSALEM

One year Fixed – term contract

National Position (SUBJECT TO FUNDING)

We are looking for a person to develop and deliver Oxfam GB’s analysis and advocacy relating to the occupied Palestinian Territories and Israel, playing an active role in making Oxfam a much more influential voice

Skills and Competencies:

-Five years' work experience, including policy influencing, networking and alliance building with other agencies (Essential)
-Education in social sciences to degree level, or equivalent essential. Post-graduate and other training qualifications an advantage.
-Strong conceptual and analytical skills, and ability to think/operate innovatively and strategically (Essential)
-Proven ability in developing and implementing advocacy strategies (Essential)
-Excellent representational and lobbying skills, and experience of advocacy with senior decision-makers. (Essential)
-Proven evidence of leadership skills including the ability to challenge, motivate and develop direct reports and teams (Essential)
-Excellent oral and written communications skills. Ability to write substantial pieces of analysis. (Essential)
-Flexibility, stamina and ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines, to work unsociable hours as necessary. (Essential)
-Flexibility, stamina and proven ability to work to deadlines under stress/difficult circumstances(Essential)
-Ability to model Oxfam's values (empowerment, accountability and inclusiveness) with staff, partners, allies and other stakeholders (Essential)
-Willingness and ability to travel frequently to all areas of the Occupied Palestinian Territory and Israel (Essential)
-Awareness and understanding of how media works and how to brief them (Desirable)
-Knowledge or Arabic and/or Hebrew (highly desirable)

 
To find out more and apply, go to www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs quoting ref: INT6168

Closing date: 5th of May 2013

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