Policy and Advocacy Adviser Sudan

Overview

Support advocacy efforts and build capacity for NRC in Sudan

You have:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a humanitarian context
• Strong grasp of humanitarian and protection principles
• Strong grasp of humanitarian programming
• Demonstrated command over research and policy work
• Experience working in complex and volatile contexts
• Demonstrated experience in coordination, creation of advocacy alliances across various stakeholders
• Excellent command of English, both written and verbal; Knowledge of Arabic is a strong asset
• Masters in International Affairs, law, public policy or international relations
• Strong representation and communication skills
• Experience of completing programme-based research and advocacy is a plus
• Experience in localization, partnership with local actors, civil society is a plus

Contract

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The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a global humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee.

Join us in assisting millions of people in areas where others cannot, tackling some of the world's most dangerous and difficult crises. Bring your skills and dedication to an organisation recognised for providing high quality aid and for defending the rights of refugees and internally displaced people.

At NRC, we give responsibility to employees at all levels and foster professional growth and innovative teams. You can expect a supportive culture and an open dialogue with management. We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Together, we save lives and rebuild futures.

Safeguarding is central to NRC’s work. We expect all employees to:

• treat everyone with respect and dignity

• contribute to building a safe environment for all

• never engage in any form of exploitation, harassment and specifically sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment (SEAH)

• always report. NRC has a zero-tolerance approach to inaction against exploitation, abuse and SEAH

Females are highly encouraged to apply.

What you will do:

1. Role and responsibilities

Key objectives for this role include:

1. Support the implementation of NRC Sudan advocacy strategy, aligned to overall country strategy.
2. Ensure advocacy coherence and reinforce effective synergies between programmes and advocacy.
3. Ensure systematic training on advocacy and communication and build capacity of technical staff and partners.

Specific Responsibilities:

1. Lead Programme-Based Advocacy. Ensure strong integration between program operations and advocacy efforts, providing guidance to operational teams on advocacy plans across key joint issues. This includes:
   • Supporting local responders, improving overall responses in cash and market systems, urban displacement, and protection based on NRC programme’s evidence and recommendations.
2. Joint Advocacy with Local Partners Collaborate with local partners to conduct joint advocacy and capacity-building initiatives.
   • Facilitate joint learning opportunities between selected partners and NRC.
   • Drive joint advocacy initiatives aligned with NRC’s strategy
3. Internal Advocacy Capacity Building. Lead advocacy capacity-building efforts at the area level to ensure the integration of advocacy priorities into programming.
4. Support and Deputization
   • Deputize for the Advocacy Manager as required and undertake additional tasks as assigned and agreed with the supervisor.

Please download the detailed job description to learn more about the position. As the above responsibilities are just a snapshot from the Job description.

What you will bring

Generic professional competencies:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a humanitarian context

• Strong grasp of humanitarian and protection principles

• Strong grasp of humanitarian programming

• Demonstrated command over research and policy work

• Experience working in complex and volatile contexts

• Demonstrated experience in coordination, creation of advocacy alliances across various stakeholders

• Excellent command of English, both written and verbal, Knowledge of Arabic is a strong asset.

Context/ specific skills, knowledge and experience:

• Masters in International Affairs, law, public policy or international relations

• Strong representation and communication skills

• Experience of completing programme-based research and advocacy is a plus

• Experience in localization, partnership with local actors, civil society is a plus

What we offer

• Duty station: Port Sudan, Sudan
• Salary/benefits: grade 8 on NRC’s salary scale.
• Duration of Contract: 12 months
• Travel: 40%
• NRC is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity without distinction to age, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, and physical ability.
• We think outside the box, encourage ideas, and give responsibility to all employees at all levels. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative.

Find out more about the benefits of working for NRC

Important information about the application process

• Internal candidates only: To apply as an internal candidate, log in with your official email or click on Opportunity MarketPlace.
• When creating your profile, include your full name as given on your passport. Complete all the system-required fields for experience, employment history and education.
• Submit your application and CV in English, taking care to attach your latest CV.
• Applications that do not meet the minimum standards in terms of experience or qualifications will generally not be considered. Unsolicited applications not related to this specific job advertisement will not be considered.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We receive many applicants for each vacant position.
• This position for all nationalities but current NRC staff shall be assessed before externals.
• If you have any questions about this role, please email ESA Recruitment [email protected]with the job title as the subject line.

Why NRC? The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee. Our 15,000 staff work in crises across 40 countries, providing life-saving and long-term assistance to millions of people every year.

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We are looking for people who are passionate about helping refugees and people forced to flee. Are you one of those people? If you are, NRC offers you the opportunity to:

• Do demanding and professional work, often in challenging contexts.
• Join a work culture that empowers every employee to share ideas and take responsibility.
• Be part of a welcoming and supportive community committed to human dignity.

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