Policy Advisor.

 

Oxfam GB in the occupied Palestinian territories & Israel is working towards a just & peaceful resolution to the devastating conflict that continues to deprive people of their basic rights. We welcome applications for one position 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.

ILS117, 204 pa | 1 year fixed term contract | Jerusalem
We are looking for a person to develop and deliver Oxfam GB’s analysis and advocacy on programme policy issues relating to the occupied Palestinian Territories and Israel this person is required to play 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
- Education in social sciences to degree level, or equivalent. Postgraduate and other training qualifications an advantage.
- Strong conceptual and analytical skills, and ability to think/operate innovatively and strategically
-Proven ability in developing and implementing advocacy strategies
- Excellent representational and lobbying skills, and experience of advocacy with senior decision-makers.
- Excellent oral and written communications skills. Ability to write substantial pieces of analysis.
- Ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines, to work unsociable hours as necessary.
- Demonstrable commitment and experience in inter-community dialogue and appreciation of the relevance of identity issues in development and conflict.
- Personal qualities that ensure effective work with other people and self-management, including flexibility, respect for others, and sense of humour.
- Experience of using media to further advocacy and campaigns objectives.
- Knowledge or Arabic and/or Hebrew would be highly desirable.
To find out more and apply, go to www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs quoting ref: INT 3423.
Closing date: 18th of October 2009.