JOB TITLE – ADVOCACY AND POLICY SPECIALIST (ECHO DRR PHASE 2 PROJECT)
LOCATION- NATIONAL OFFICE
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The Advocacy and Policy Specialist will provide overall leadership, management, mentorship, capacity building and technical expertise across all advocacy initiatives for the project. The APS will provide support to selected communities and field staff to build the disaster management and risk reduction advocacy capabilities. The APS will be responsible for high level advocacy initiatives with other Humanitarian actors including UN agencies, DMA, INGO’s etc. Based in Maseru with required travel to field operations.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Major Activities
1. Providing technical expertise across project
Provide technical support and expertise to project staff regarding policy and advocacy issues.
Advise on strategic issues
2. Maintain working relationships with stakeholders:
Play key role in establishing and maintaining good working relationships with the local, district and national stakeholders.
Liaise with DMA, UN agencies and government ministry officials in supported districts and nationally.
Working with Red Cross and other partners for advocacy activities.
Provide timely information for donor requests.
3.Support capacity building of communities on CVA
Lead and participate in CVA training, coaching and mentorship of community leaders at supported sites.
Lead coordination of and participate in training, coaching and mentorship of institutional bodies for advocacy and CVA.
4. Advise on policy issues at the national level
Strategically engage with policy influencers, leaders and other key stakeholders to promote key agenda items
Serve as the top liaison for government on policy and advocacy around DRR
Foster buy-in of project from government
Champion meetings on advocacy and policy topics with key stakeholders
5. Provide technical advice on reports and ensure donor deliverables are of high quality
Provide technical expertise and support on donor reports and externally shared materials.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Experience with policy influence, advising and policy development;
Understanding of policy making structures in Lesotho;
Experience in establishing and sustaining working relationships with national and local government, such as the DMA;
Demonstrated experience with advocacy within country; Prior experience working for government agencies a plus;
Demonstrated understanding of and respect for diverse churches and Christian organizations, direct experience working with communities of faith is preferred;
Fluency in Sesotho and English are required
Proficiency in computer basic skills- MS Office; Internet; Basic data analysis skills;
Self- managed, self-driven, results oriented individual with excellent communication, interpersonal, report writing and analytical skills;
Dedicated team player with ability and experience to work in a multidisciplinary team.
Minimum education, training and experience requirements to qualify for the position
The following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education, prior experience or on-the-job training:
Strong understanding of policy and advocacy development and influence
Additional work experience required as a minimum qualification for this position.
At least a Bachelors level degree in a relevant field, 5+ years’ experience with government, humanitarian programs and/or advocacy initiatives.
Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Experience
Adaptability and flexibility
Honesty and personal integrity, accountability and quality achiever
Excellent communication skills
Must be a committed Christian, able to stand above denominational diversities
CLOSING DATE : 12 JULY 2020
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