Policy and Advocacy Adviser (National position)

Job Description

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a non-governmental, humanitarian organization which provides assistance and protection to people affected by displacement due to conflict. NRC works in 28 countries with approximately 9,000 staff and specializes in five core competencies: shelter, information counseling and legal assistance, education, food security, and water, hygiene and sanitation.

NRC- African Union Liaison Office (AULO) established in 2013- has a cooperation agreement signed with the African Union on issues related to displacement, protection, humanitarian response and disaster risk reduction. Located within the Partnerships and Policy department, the Pan African liaison office is to lead, manage, and facilitate relations between the NRC and the AU Commission (AUC), African Union (AU) member states, and the Regional Economic Communities (RECs).

The Policy and Advocacy Adviser (PAA), as a key member of the NRC-AULO team, shall actively work towards the achievement of NRC’s Strategic Partnership Framework for Africa and has the responsibility to assist in implementing and strengthening NRC’s advocacy efforts towards the African Union, IGAD and other African regional and institutional partners.

Job description:

Lead in the advocacy of identified policy issues in line with NRC’s advocacy strategy and priorities
Undertake policy analysis aimed at strengthening NRC’s understanding of, and ability to influence relevant AU humanitarian policies and practices and keep NRC updated on relevant developments across the AU and RECs
Develop advocacy plans/strategies targeting the AU and RECs; including supporting Country Offices’ with relevant advocacy issues
Support Global, Regional and Thematic Advocacy Advisers with the development and implementation of advocacy strategies and work plans vis-à-vis the AU.
Together with NRC-AULO team, support the visibility of AU and IGAD relevant issues at regional and global level
Lead in the design and preparation of studies on humanitarian, disaster, emergency relief and related issues including in various follow-up activities;
Contribute to the production of advocacy products e.g. reports and briefing papers, talking points, position papers , background papers, and policy guidelines (including production of quarterly internal advocacy and protection messages)
Provide guidance and training to staff on advocacy specificities and opportunities at the AU
Organize and manage events and/or visit in Addis Ababa to support NRC’s advocacy objectives when relevant
Act as focal point for AULO to coordinate relevant advocacy activities, especially with the Secretary General’s Office, NRC Geneva/IDMC and NRC Europe
Provide project level financial oversight and tracking of expenditure according to donor budgets and regulations
Immediate Supervisor: Resident Representative to the AU

NRC Guidelines to be observed: Code of Conduct

Job Requirements

Qualifications and Competences

MA/Bachelor’s degree
At least 4 years working experience doing high level humanitarian advocacy in regional or country office settings
Work experience from Africa and preferably with the African Union and/or Regional Economic Communities (RECs);
Track record in policy influencing and knowledge of AU/Regional institutions;
Significant understanding of complex emergencies and displacement situations, humanitarian assistance, emergency relief and related human rights issues in Africa;
Experience in advocacy strategy drafting and implementation as well as policy development;
Proven experience in leading research processes and publication production;
Proven analytical, communication, interpersonal, representation, negotiation and diplomacy skills;
Fluency in English (both written and verbal). Competence in French is highly desirable;
Field Experience coupled with political and cultural awareness;
Experience in project management, including financial tracking, project development, donor reporting and impact documentation;
Experience in the strategic use of media, including social media.
Education Field

Political science
Law
Personal qualities

Goal oriented, visionary, flexible and creative;
Ability to work under pressure, independently and with limited supervision;
Demonstrable team-working skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues working in different locations;
Diplomatic, well-articulated and excellent networking skills.

Language

French
English

Closing date: Apr 11, 2016

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How to Apply

All employees of the Norwegian Refugee Council Liaison Office to the African Union (NRC-AULO) – Partnership and Policy should be able to adhere to our Code of Conduct and the four organizational values: Dedicated, innovative, inclusive and accountable.

Interested candidates who meet the above criteria are invited to send in their application letters including updated curriculum vitae with day-time telephone number and contact details of three work-related referees only through www.ethiojobs.net or www.webcruiter.no (If it is possible attach photocopies of the most relevant educational certificates/testimonials). Applications should reach NRC latest by April 11th, 2016 at 5:00 pm.

NB: only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

“Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply!”

Job Categories: Legal Jobs. Job Types: Full-Time. Job expires in 30 days.

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