United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland: International advocacy advisor

Organization: Christian Aid
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Closing date: 12 Jul 2013

Europe NGO jobs vacancies International advocacy advisor
Fixed term contract for maternity Cover – up to 9 months
Salary: £33,805 - £38,200 per annum (including London Allowance)
Based: London, Waterloo
Closing date: 9 am, Friday 12 July 2013
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about building a global movement for social justice, particularly with regard to climate change and tax justice. You will have prior experience of advocacy or campaigning and of working in networks or coalitions. You will have a knack for identifying new and strategic relationships and for strengthening our existing ones. Ideally you will have an understanding of Christian Aid’s partner-based approach. You can communicate effectively in English and also in either Spanish or French.
This post is responsible for developing Christian Aid’s international campaigning initiatives and strategic relationships with international partners for campaigning purposes. It provides the strategic link between Christian Aid and its partners and allies with regard to global movement-building. The post-holder supports, promotes, facilitates and (when appropriate) coordinates international campaign activities related to Christian Aid’s two corporate campaigns. S/he also ensures there is coherence between Christian Aid’s campaigns in the UK and its international campaign activities.
You will need experience of working in advocacy, campaigning or communications in an NGO, public policy or similar environment; proven experience of building constructive working relationships with diverse stakeholders, and of coordinating campaign activities in networks or coalitions. Ability to speak Spanish or French and English and be able to communicate complex issues simply, both verbally and in writing.
Familiarity with the politics of international development, global political economy and/or rights-based approaches. Postgraduate qualification in relevant social science, law or development studies, or commensurate experience.
We value the contribution each person makes to the success of our organisation. That’s why you can expect a wide range of rewards and benefits, including a generous holiday allowance, an interest-free season ticket loan, and flexibility that will ensure you enjoy a good work/life balance
As this post is UK based, non-EC nationals will require current and valid permission to work in the UK.
Job reference: 449/OKClosing date for applications: 9 am, Friday 12 July 2013Interview date: Thursday 18 July 2013 Europe NGO jobs vacancies
Christian Aid values diversity and aspires to reflect this in its workforce. We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of race, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.

How to apply Europe NGO jobs vacancies:
To apply for this post, please download an application pack from our website and email your completed UK & Ireland application form, including your answers to the competency based questions to us.
http://www.christianaid.org.uk/aboutus/jobs/ukandireland/index.aspx
Please note CVs will not be accepted.