Advocacy and Communications Coordinator

Contract

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About DRC The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a humanitarian, non-governmental, and non-profit organization, founded in 1956, that works in more than 35 countries around the world. DRC is one of the largest protection actors in Kenya, actively coordinating and advocating for improving the protective environment for refugees and host communities. DRC implements Protection monitoring, Child Protection, and GBV prevention and response programmes in its areas of operation to address protection issues faced by displaced and non-displaced at-risk groups and individuals. The programme also aims to identify and build synergies with DRC´s Economic Recovery sector to facilitate durable solutions and Humanitarian Disarmament & Peace Building activities to enhance to respond to the needs of communities affected by acute crisis as well as those in protracted displacement situations.

Overall purpose of the role: The Advocacy & Communications Coordinator is responsible for the development, update, and implementation of the DRC Kenya Advocacy Strategy as well as the coordination of public communications including branding and visibility initiatives. The Advocacy & Communications Coordinator will be responsible for the development of advocacy briefs drawn from knowledge products (protection monitoring reports, MEAL evidence products, research studies, etc.). The role shall in collaboration with technical coordinators, develop advocacy positions and core messaging on DRC Kenya programming as well as contribute towards DRC EAGL regional advocacy initiatives led by the Regional Advocacy Coordinator. The Advocacy & Communications Coordinator shall take the lead in ensuring DRC is represented and participates in strategic advocacy networks and platforms. The position will need to work with different internal stakeholders to develop high-quality advocacy and communication products. The Advocacy & Communications Coordinator will also be responsible for the management of a DRC Kenya content repository including project photos, videos, and human-interest stories and in this the role will be supported by a communications intern.

Duties & Responsibilities: Responsibilities: Advocacy

• Liaise with key stakeholders in country and field level for the production and dissemination of advocacy materials in line with DRC´s Country Strategy.
• Develop, update, and implement the DRC Kenya advocacy strategy and maintain a quarterly advocacy workplan – in line with country office priorities.
• Regularly conduct policy context analysis and provide updates on key developments related to refugee rights in Kenya.

Protection Monitoring

• Jointly with the support of the Protection Coordinator, publish Protection Monitoring Risks and Trends (PMRT) reports outlining findings on protection concerns, multi-sector needs, recommendations, and advocacy points to DRC senior management and external stakeholders.
• Carry out secondary data analysis and identify sources of data and information to complement the data collected through field protection monitoring.

Communication

• Develop and maintain DRC Kenya’s repository of communications products (photos, videos, human interest stories)
• Manage DRC Kenya’s external communications platforms (Facebook, Twitter)
• Produce infographics and accessible information products for different audiences.

Partnership

• Jointly with the support of the Partnerships Coordinator, offer technical assistance to DRC civil society partners on advocacy and communications

Experience and technical competencies:

• A minimum of 4 years of experience in the humanitarian sector related with an NGO/United Nations or civil society organization.
• Experience in using research methodologies and data collection tools.
• Excellent drafting skills in English and experience in report writing different audiences.
• Experience in developing advocacy plans and conducting advocacy activities with a range of stakeholders.
• Experience in the production of technical material (training material, tools, reports, documents, etc.).
• Good networking skills.
• Knowledge of humanitarian standards, human rights, humanitarian law, and refugee law.
• Ability to work under pressure, identify priorities and meet deadlines.
• Calm and diplomatic character.
• Willingness and ability to learn and grow professionally.
• Familiarity and knowledge on protection programming particularly GBV and Child Protection.

Education

• Degree in law, human rights, international relations, development, social sciences, journalism or another relevant subject.

Language:

• Excellent written and spoken English
• Fluency in spoken Kiswahili

Key stakeholders:(Internal & External)

• Field Protection Teams.
• UN Agencies, donors, and coordination bodies.
• Government authorities and institutions.
• Partners.
• Refugees and host communities.

About you: In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies:

• Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
• Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
• Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
• Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
• Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and values.

Conditions Contract: 24 months (2 years) contract with possibility of extension, subject to funding and performance. Salary and other conditions are offered in accordance with DRC’s

Terms of Employment.

• Availability: February, 2024
• Duty station: Country Office – Nairobi with frequent travel to field offices

Application and CV: Only motivated applications that address the stipulated duties and meet the required qualifications, sent together with a CV, will be considered. DRC only accepts applications sent via our online-application form on www.drc.ngo under Vacancies. Please remember to upload both a letter of application and your CV and do not attach any written recommendations. Please submit your application and CV in English no later than 19th January 2024

Gender Equality: DRC is committed to achieving gender parity in staffing at all levels. In light of this, Female candidates and are strongly encouraged to apply.

Equal Opportunities: DRC is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment based on mutual respect for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, disability status, religion, ethnic origin, color, race, marital status or other protected characteristics. DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance to refugees, IDP’s and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. DRC conducts thorough and comprehensive background checks as part of the recruitment process. Visit drc.ngo to read more about what we do to secure robust safeguarding mechanisms. If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please visit drc.ngo/jobsupport.