Senior Policy and Advocacy officer (INT10115)

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.

The Role:

Oxfam GB-Iraq Program is looking for a Senior Policy & Advocacy Officer to develop and promote policy and research for Oxfam in Iraq and its national NGO partners to support advocacy, fundraising and programs. Adapt and develop policy positions to support advocacy and influence a wide range of local, national and international audiences. And to follow the policy and advocacy activities implementation under different projects in the different field locations.

What we are looking for:

We’re looking for a candidate who cares about Oxfam’s mission to end poverty and is personally aligned to our feminist principles and values of empowerment, accountability and inclusion in all you do.

An ideal candidate for the role will also be / have:

Essential

• Bachelor’s degree with years of experience in social sciences, development studies, media and communication, or other relevant fields
• At least 3-5 years of experience working with NGOs /INGOs, of which a minimum of 3 years in policy and advocacy.
• Significant and relevant experience in developing and producing policy-oriented content.
• Strong experience in working with community members and representatives and engagement with governmental actors.
• Track record in similar positions and leading the design and implementation of activities relevant to the job description, including developing policy briefs and reports, campaign strategies, advocacy and influencing actions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic.
• Strong writing and research skills, preferably with a history of writing policy, communications and research materials and the ability to produce high-quality work within tight deadlines.
• Management of significant processes and relationships, particularly with colleagues in field offices and other teams, as well as external contacts and representation in external forums.
• The ability to analyze and communicate complex information to a wide range of audiences.
• Sound political judgement on issues of extreme sensitivity. Make decisions and solve problems on complex issues, requiring creative thinking to find the best solutions and drawing on information from various sources to inform decision-making.
• Excellent teamwork skills and experience working closely with programme teams, technical experts, partners, and management to provide sound policy inputs/guidance.
• Strong organizational and personal management skills, with the ability to prioritize work issues to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work in complex global networks of multi-national, multi-cultural teams and to develop good working relationships.
• Ability to model Oxfam’s values (empowerment, accountability and inclusiveness) with staff, partners, allies and other stakeholders.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel and stay in field locations for sustained periods is a must.
• The post holder needs to be fluent in English and Arabic. Knowledge of the Kurdish language is an added value.

Key Attributes

• Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to cultural differences and gender issues, as well as the commitment to equal opportunities.
• Ability to demonstrate an openness and willingness to learn about the application of gender/gender mainstreaming, women’s rights, and diversity for all aspects of development work.
• Willingness to support Oxfam’s partners in developing policy and research work.
• Commitment to Oxfam’s safeguarding policies to ensure all people who come into contact with Oxfam are as safe as possible.

Your commitment to Oxfam

• Required to adhere to Oxfam’s principles and values as well as the promotion of gender justice and women’s rights
• Understanding of and commitment to adhere to equity, diversity, gender, child safety and staff health and wellbeing principles

We offer:

We offer a competitive salary and a range of additional benefits to staff including flexible working options, generous pension scheme, annual leave, additional leave allowances, company sick pay, life assurance and a range of other benefits. 

From the day you join Oxfam we invite you to stretch and learn in your role. Our wide range of Learning & Development opportunities includes in-house courses, e-learning modules, on-the job learning opportunities, coaching and mentoring, and much more. 

You can read more about all Oxfam has to offer here.

Flexfam:

We believe flexible working is key to building the Oxfam of the future, so we’re open to talking through the type of flexible arrangements which might work for you. 

How to apply:

As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and Cover Letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile.