Regional Policy and Advocacy Advisor at Concern Worldwide

Skills and Experience Required:

Essential:

•  Degree in international relations, anthropology/social/political sciences, law, gender studies, or other relevant field.
•  A minimum of 5 years' professional experience in policy, advocacy, research and/or political representation with an international organization.
•  Strong networking skills and excellent collaboration traits with proven experience in building and managing effective relationships and partnerships.
•  At least 3 years program experience working in a humanitarian or development context overseas.
•  Policy analysis, advocacy and influencing experience including experience of organizing events;
•  Understanding of current policy debates relating to hunger, conflict and resilience;
•  Excellent written and verbal English including the ability to produce clear articulate evidence-based policy analysis;
•  A proven self-starter with the capacity to think strategically, work independently and demonstrate sound judgement and has a proven track record in managing multiple responsibilities and meeting tight deadlines;
•  Ability to work across directorates and foster collaboration with a diverse range of stakeholders across and beyond the organization;
•  An innovative and creative thinker with the ability to prioritize and effectively manage a portfolio of diverse projects;
•  Ability to respond flexibly to changing priorities and to set and work to deadlines;
•  Willingness to travel to field locations including insecure humanitarian contexts;
•  The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate a high level of commitment to the mission, vision and values of Concern Worldwide, have a positive and professional work attitude, exhibit a very strong work ethic; be driven to always attain a standard of excellence.

Desirable:

•  Fluency in written and spoken French.