Action Aid, Women’s Rights Advocacy Adviser

HOURS:

Full-time

CONTRACT:

7 months fixed term contract

LOCATION:

London EC1R 0BJ

From development finance and biofuels to tax justice and women’s rights, Action Aid is playing a major role in influencing international development issues. As part of the global Action Aid family, you will be working to build a fair and just world where everyone can claim their rights in an organisation which works with local people in more than 45 countries to end violence against women, increase women’s access to justice, advance women’s reproductive rights, promote women’s political participation, hold companies and governments to account and help communities cope with emergencies.

Join us as Women’s Rights Advocacy Adviser and develop innovative advocacy strategies that position Action Aid UK as a leading organisation in the field of women’s rights and help bring about positive change.

You will build relationships with national and international influencers, develop policy positions as well as ensure that policy work is communicated effectively.

You will develop excellent contacts across relevant national and international institutions, political stakeholders and key country programmes to maximise advocacy and lobbying opportunities. You will also have the opportunity to support fundraising activities, influence media messages and build alliances with other potential partners.

A good understanding of the UK political system and a record of successful lobbying within it is essential.

Action Aid is an equal opportunities employer. We warmly welcome applications from all sections of the community and aim to promote diversity.

Recruitment consultancies/agencies should not approach Action Aid with regards to open vacancies. We regret that agency candidates will not be considered.

All interested applicants must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Closing Date: 4 April 2012

Job Contact:

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Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret we will not be able to respond personally to applicants who are not short-listed. If you have not heard from us within two weeks from the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.