Advocacy Officer

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The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organization.
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We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

About Oxfam

Oxfam is a global community who believes poverty isn���������t inevitable. It���������s an injustice that can be overcome. We are shop volunteers, women���������s rights activists, marathon runners, aid workers, coffee farmers, street fundraisers, goat herders, policy experts, campaigners, water engineers and more. And we won���������t stop until everyone can live life without poverty for good.
Oxfam GB������is a member of the international confederation������Oxfam.������
Iraq Context
������The Country Goals ��������� that are directly linked to Oion all Iraqis who are conflict-affected and/or disaster affected to have access to essential life saving support in a timely, effective, accessible and appropriate manner.
Governance: we envision Iraq to have equal access to services and opportunities for all people, whereby equal distribution and control of resources and meaningful participation can build resilient and sustainable solutions for the future.
Equality: We envision an equitable and just society where people in all their diversity, live free from violence, enjoy ownership and control of resources and participate in decision-making processes across all spheres.
In order to serve these three goals, Oxfam work aimed to integrate the following key areas of work:

Emergency Food Security and Vulnerable Livelihoods (EFSVL)
Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH)
Gender Justice
Protection
Diversity and Inclusion
Triple Nexus Approach
Expansion in the South
Influencing and Campaigns
Localization
Innovation

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Our Team

������Oxfam���������s progstablished in 2014 in response to the ISIS conflict in Iraq. Oxfam implemented activities during the past few years that were built around the delivery of 3 main areas: A) Lifesaving humanitarian assistance b) Recovery assistance, and C) Promotion of Women Rights.A. Lifesaving humanitarian assistance: to newly displaced populations residing in camps or host communities. The bulk of this work was done around the Mosul Operation with activities implemented in the governorates of Erbil, Salah Al-Din and Ninewa. Activities included: Establishment/rehabilitation of safe water (boreholes, repair of infrastructure); Emergency water supply (distribution of water through trucking and bottled water); Setting up water tanks and networks in camps; Distribution of hygiene items; construction of latrines; Cash for Work opportunities inside the ca;mps to allow construction work and solid waste management; and Distribution of emergency winterization kits.B. Recovery assistance: to returnees, local host communities and IDPs to recover from the post-conflict and to cope with protracted displacement. The main activities implemented under this area of work included: Rehabilitation of water infrastructure; Supporting local authorities to rehabilitate essential public services (schools and hospitals); Grants to returnees to recover damaged businesses; Provision of livestock to support farmers; Cash for Work opportunities contributing to income for vulnerable families and supporting the rehabilitation of infrastructure of public interest (irrigation canals, main roads).C. Promotion of Women’s Rights: through contributing to the implementation of the National Plan for 1325 UN Resolution, and economic empowerment of women through provision of training and grants to establish/rehabilitate businesses.In order to serve these three objectives, Oxfam work aimed to integrate the following key sectors together for every intervention in a given location:��������� Water Sanitation and Hygiene��������� Emergency Food Security and Vulnerable Livelitection of Lives and Rights of Civilians��������� Gender Justice and Women���������s Rights��������� Advocacy

Job Purpose

The Advocacy Officer will be part of the Oxfam EFSVL team in Iraq and will be responsible for supporting activities under the project ���������Promoting Gender Equality, Resilience and Social Cohesion in Iraq��������� in Ninewa governorate. The role will report directly to the Livelihoods Manager for Mosul with technical guidance from the Policy, Advocacy and Communication (PAC) team.

Core Details

Location:

Ninewa, Mosul

Salary:
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As Per Oxfam Salary Scale

Internal Grade:

D2 National

Division

Division Name

Job Family:

Program

Contract type:

Fixed-term

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Hours of work:

������Please amend if required. 40 hours per week. This is a full-time������role;������however, Oxfam offers various flexible arrangements which candidates can discuss������with������the Recruiting Manager������at the interview stage

This role reports to:

Rept:

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Annual budget������������������������������������������������������ for the post:

Subject to donor���������s approval

Key relationships/interactions:

EFSVL, MEAL, Advocacy, Partnerships

Screening checks:

All successful candidates will be screened through Refinitiv World-Check One to comply with counter-terrorism and financial sanctions regulations.
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References:

Should you be successful and not already employed by Oxfam GB, we will require a minimum of two references covering five years of employment history.

DBS checks (for roles based in the UK):
It is a requirement in the UK for a new DBS check at an enhanced level for every new member of staff who works directly with, or has regular contact with, children or vulnerable adults in the UK (consistent with DBS guidance and relevant law).

Please specify the level of DBS check. If not, please type N/A.

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Key Responsibilities

������Technical Programme implementation and monitoring

Work closely with EFSocacy and campaigns activities in Ninewa governorate in order to advance the advocacy and campaign-related outputs and outcomes and other project activities as needed.
Identify key partners, activists, social media activists, women and community leaders and existing relevant networks and groups that the project can partner with and support to implement advocacy and campaigns activities.
Contribute to the production of policy products including briefs, notes, and reports.
Contribute to the documentation of the advocacy and campaign work through the development of different products (such as video, infographics, blog posts, etc.)
Work closely with the PAC team to ensure that all advocacy work is in line with Oxfam in Iraq influencing objectives and aligns with Oxfam���������s regional and global campaigns.

Leadership

Ensure the overall implementation of project activities and that project deliverables are achieved as stipulated by the project design.
Keep track of project progress against approved implementalan and update program managers, head of programs and technical coordinator about progress, bottlenecks causing delays in delivery, challenges encountered and suggested solutions.

�� Skills, Experience and knowledge
Essential

University/College qualification in the relevant field (e.g. development studies, social sciences or related discipline) or equivalent experience.
Experience of working in the humanitarian or development sector.
Experience of working with/supporting local partners, and working with community volunteers and committees
Experience in designing and implementing advocacy and campaigns activities, including with youth groups.
An understanding and sensitivity to conflict, poverty, rights-based approach gender and diversity issues, and Do No Harm principle.
Personal qualities that ensure effective work with communities as well as self-management, including flexibility, respect for others, and sense of humour.
Demonstrated capacity of social and communication skills and ability to work with others and as part of the team.
Good oral and written communication skills in English and Arabic.
Strong analytical skills, with ability to think innovatively and operate strategically.
Willingness and eager to learn about organizational and financial procedures.
Commitment to a rights-based approach, gender equality and protection.
Ability to work in a multi-cultural team.
Flexibility, stamina and ability to work under pressure and beyond regular working hours if necessary.
Willingness to work in insecure environments and a high level of adaptability and initiative.
Willingness and fitness to travel and stay in the field for sustained periods of time.
Knowledge and skills in computer usage.

This job description is not incorporated into the employment contract. It is intended as a guide and should not be viewed as an inflexible specification as it may be varied from time to time in the light of strategic developments following discussions with the post holder. The post holder will be expected to work to agreed objectives, which should facilitate the achievements of the key responsibilities in accordance with the Performance Review process.
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Key Attributes

Ability to demonstrate sensity 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.
Commitment to Oxfam���������s safeguarding policies to ensure all people who come into contact with Oxfam are as safe as possible.

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Organizational Values

Accountability ��������� Our purpose-driven, results-focused approach means we take responsibility for our actions and hold ourselves accountable. We believe that others should also be held accountable for their actions
Empowerment ��������� Our approach means that everyone involved with Oxfam, from our staff and supporters to people living in poverty, should feel they can make change happen
Inclusiveness ��������� We are open to everyone and embrace diversity. We believe everyone has a contribution to make, regardless of As part of your online application, please upload your up-to-date CV and a covering letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile. ������
For more details about this job, please visit the job advert using the below link:������
External Web Site:
https://jobs.oxfam.org.uk/vacancy/advocacy-officer-int8191/16494/description/
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