Policy & Advocacy Advisor for Somalia (Nairobi, Kenya)
Location: Nairobi, Kenya Package: €2,562.00 - €3,941.00 per month plus attractive package Closing date: 27 October 2011 Starting date: ASAP Reference: Oxfam-PAA-Somalia
About Oxfam Novib (Somalia) All Oxfam’s work in Somalia is supported and implemented by the two Oxfam affiliates working in Somalia: Oxfam Novib and Oxfam GB. Their work span across all three territories of Somalia – South Central, Puntland and Somaliland – and across all types of interventions: humanitarian, long-term development, lobby & advocacy and media work. Oxfam works primarily through local partners in Somalia. Due to the instable and insecure situation in most of the country, Oxfam operates its programme from neighbouring Nairobi, plus from a small office in Hargeisa, Somaliland. Oxfam is considered one of the leading policy and advocacy organisations in Somalia, and because of our successful media and lobby work is often cited by international news agencies and decision and policy makers around the globe.
Purpose of Position To analyse the national/regional political, and socio-economic and humanitarian context and developments in Somalia. With a view on the humanitarian (Rights in Crisis) campaigning and lobby agendas, identify external national to global stakeholders to adopt and implement the policy positions of Oxfam and key civil society actors. To assist/advise partner organisations in developing their lobby, advocacy and campaigning activities.
Tasks & Responsibilities
Experience of policy and advocacy work at local, national and international levels; Experience of complex, multi dimensional policy environments preferably within larger NGOs; Understanding and experience of Somalia’s complex and evolving political, humanitarian, and development situation; Knowledge and understanding of protection issues, humanitarian assistance, food security, aid effectiveness, and peace and security concerns; Experience of managing complex working groups and multiple tasks with the ability to engage in innovative and strategic thinking; Excellent research, analysis and report writing skills; Proven ability to communicate with a wide range of actors and audiences; Ability to build relationships with a variety of stakeholders at a number of different levels; Ability to prioritise key issues and analyse their impact on the policy environment; Experience of managing others to produce research and analysis outputs; Ability to travel both nationally and internationally; Proven track record and commitment to development or humanitarian affairs; Flexibility to work in a challenging and pressurised environment; Ability to work and lead within a cross-affiliate team; Fluent in English; Knowledge of Somali and Dutch an advantage.
Contacts
With the Oxfam Country Director for Somalia, as line manager, addressing issues related to overall tasks; With sector specialists and programme officers of the field office and other relevant staff with other Oxfams, at HQ (specifically lobby staff) and within OI, regarding safeguarding content coherence between the country programme and general OI policies; With other Oxfam affiliates, to liaise in developing joint policy lines and positions Coordinate with the Rights in Crisis team; Coordinate with the Rights in Crisis Campaigns Management Team via the ON representative (Aim 3 Programme Manager); Coordinate with non-RiC development team. With stakeholders such as international organisations, and local and international civil society organisations, to advocate and keep them informed regarding policy positions; With (inter)national politicians, civil servants, business representatives, press, and people interested, to inform on the policy positions and create and increase a support-base; When appropriate and time allowing, with capacity building and training institutes and consultants for capacity strengthening of partners.
Qualifications, Capabilities/Skills and Experience
Experience of complex, multi dimensional policy environments preferably within larger NGOs; Understanding and experience of Somalia’s complex and evolving political, humanitarian, and development situation; Knowledge and understanding of protection issues, humanitarian assistance, food security, aid effectiveness, and peace and security concerns; Experience of managing complex working groups and multiple tasks with the ability to engage in innovative and strategic thinking; Excellent research, analysis and report writing skills; Proven ability to communicate with a wide range of actors and audiences; Ability to build relationships with a variety of stakeholders at a number of different levels; Ability to prioritise key issues and analyse their impact on the policy environment; Experience of managing others to produce research and analysis outputs; Ability to travel both nationally and internationally; Proven track record and commitment to development or humanitarian affairs; Flexibility to work in a challenging and pressurised environment; Ability to work and lead within a cross-affiliate team; Fluent in English (E); Knowledge of Somali and Dutch an advantage;
How to apply Since Oxfam Novib Somalia has tasked Mission Talent to undertake this search, all applications must be sent directly to Katja: applications@missiontalent.com stating Oxfam-PAA-Somalia in the subject line. Kindly attach your relevant CV (in English) and a suitability statement (not more than 350 words).
Thank you in advance for your interest in this position. Please note that only candidates under serious consideration can be contacted.
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