DCA/NCA is in search of a highly motivated and qualified individual for the role of International Advocacy Coordinator (IAC). As the IAC, you will lead the implementation of the JCPP international advocacy strategy and work closely with our partners, including Palestinian and Israeli Human Rights Organisations, the ACT EU office in Brussels, and DCA’s and NCA’s advocacy advisors in Copenhagen and Oslo. Your contributions will be instrumental in influencing international policies and practices affecting Palestinians.

Major Responsibilities:

• The International Advocacy Coordinator will implement advocacy activities in Europe and Israel/Palestine. This involves planning and executing policy and opinion-maker delegations to Israel/Palestine and lobbying for Palestinian and Israeli civil society organisations in Europe.
• Support partners’ coordination and implementation of their advocacy and communication strategies at national and international levels.
• Ensure that the JCPP’s advocacy strategies, messages, statements, letters, proposals, key reports, etc. are evidence-based, of high and consistent quality and according to the agreed-upon narratives, providing a solid foundation for our advocacy work.
• Represent DCA/NCA in external advocacy coordination forums and cultivate strategic relationships with other agencies engaged in advocacy and policy work in/on Palestine.

Key qualifications

We are looking for a robust person with a strong drive, adaptable to new contexts, a person with exceptional political acumen, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and a strong and enduring commitment to work for the protection of human rights and respect for international humanitarian law.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in political or social sciences, journalism, or another relevant field.
• A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in advocacy work, including lobbying, policy development, and information provision.
• Strong understanding of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
• Excellent writing and presentation skills in English and preferably Danish, including the ability to present complex information succinctly and compellingly.
• Excellent planning, management, and coordination skills, with the ability to organise a substantial workload comprised of complex, diverse tasks, and responsibilities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in multi-cultural teams.

We offer:

• A Meaningful, professional, engaged, and dynamic workplace.
• Workstation: The position will be based in Brussels.
• Duration: A two-year contract will initially be offered with the possibility of renewal.
• Contract Type: The contract is on DCA HQ terms. This is a full-time position.
• Frequent travel to Palestine, European capitals, including Copenhagen is expected, 10-13 weeks a year.
• A competitive salary package including an attractive pension scheme.
• 30 days of paid annual leave.
• Starting Date: As soon as possible.

To apply for this position:

Please upload your CV and a cover letter that includes justification of interest no later than 26th May 2024 by 23:59. By using the following link: DanChurchAid (DCA) and Norwegian Church Aid (NCA) Joint Country Programme in Palestine (JCPP) is recruiting an International Advocacy Coordinator position I DanchurchAid (emply.com)

Only applications including both will be considered and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The interviews and a test will take place in June 2024. However, we reserve the right to conduct interviews on a rolling basis.

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, abilities or ethnic affiliation are encouraged to apply for the vacancy. DCA conducts an anti-terror check as part of the recruitment process. It is a prerequisite that you can pass this check and maintain this status throughout your employment with us. Everyone applying for a job with DCA must be ready to comply with our Code of Conduct, Staff Policy on Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment and our Child Safeguarding Policy.

To know more about DCA and NCA, please visit our websites (www.danchurchaid.org and https://www.kirkensnodhjelp.no/en/)