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Advocacy Director - NGO - Sub-Saharan Africa

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Through this position, you will have the opportunity to lead advocacy strategies in Sub-Saharan Africa, influence public policies, and promote sexual and reproductive health rights.

Updated on 26/03/2025

  • Advocacy and influence on strategic policies
  • Position is located in Nairobi, with responsibilities spanning across Africa

About Our Client

Our client is a well-recognized international organization committed to developing and implementing strategies to influence public policies and promote key social causes.

Job Description

As the Advocacy Director, you will map political developments and identify opportunities for action across the continent. You will contribute to influencing public policies and strengthening political and financial commitments toward sexual and reproductive health and rights. You will also ensure these issues are integrated into regional and international agendas.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute a regional and sub-regional advocacy strategy.
  • Establish and maintain strategic relationships with regional, sub-regional, and international institutions, including the African Union and the United Nations.
  • Design and implement evidence-based advocacy campaigns.
  • Strengthen the advocacy capacities of local and regional actors through training, mentoring, and field support.
  • Lead a network of partners and organizations engaged in defending sexual and reproductive health and rights.
  • Monitor and evaluate advocacy activities to ensure their impact.

The Successful Applicant

With a Master's degree in International Relations, Social Sciences, or Public Policy, you have at least 10 years of experience in political and institutional advocacy. You possess in-depth knowledge of intergovernmental dynamics in Africa. A strong background in SRHR issues will enable you to conduct effective and relevant advocacy in this field. You have proven analytical and strategic skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information. You also have excellent written and verbal communication skills in both French and English.

What's on Offer

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Contact
Patrice Kombot-Naguemon
Quote job ref
JN-032025-6689734

Job summary

Sector
Legal & Tax
Sub Sector
Legal Subdirector / Director
Industry
Not For Profit
Location
International
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Patrice Kombot-Naguemon
Job Reference
JN-032025-6689734
Remote or office
Work from home

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