Senior Advocacy Coordinator

You’ll contribute to ending world hunger by …

Drive and support the strategic development and implementation of advocacy action plan tailored to the specific context of Sudan, ensuring that they are data-based and clearly highlight the root causes of hunger. Emphasize the critical need for evidence-based advocacy that identifies the responsible entities for solutions and positions Action Against Hunger as a leading voice in regional and national forums. This role requires close coordination with ACF team members in the Country Office and Madrid, and active engagement with key stakeholders to advance the organization’s mission.

Key activities in your role will include

Objective 1: Contextual Analysis and Strategy Development

• Task 1: Conduct comprehensive analysis of the key humanitarian challenges and needs in Sudan, focusing on areas where Action Against Hunger can have the most impact.
• Task 2: Develop a medium-term action plan tailored to the Sudan context, including risk analysis, mitigation measures, and mapping of funding opportunities and political allies.
• Task 3: Ensure that the advocacy action plan is aligned with the broader organizational goals and adapted to the specific needs and dynamics of the Sudanese context.

Objective 2: Coordination and Implementation

• Task 1: Work closely with the Country Office Coordination Team and HQ Advocacy Desk Officer in Madrid to ensure seamless communication and integration of advocacy efforts.
• Task 2: Support the implementation of the advocacy programs for Sudan, providing regular updates and feedback to ensure alignment with ground realities and organizational objectives.
• Task 3: Participate actively in all relevant forums and platforms, representing Action Against Hunger’s positions and ensuring that the organization’s voice is heard in key discussions.

Objective 3: Stakeholder Engagement and Networking

• Task 1: Establish and maintain relationships with regional and national stakeholders, including INGOs, UN agencies, donors, and government officials.
• Task 2: Develop joint advocacy positions and policies with INGO partners, focusing on collaborative efforts to address the Sudan Crisis.
• Task 3: Organize and lead regular meetings with key stakeholders to present Action Against Hunger’s insights and advocate for policy changes or support needed in Sudan.

Objective 3: Stakeholder Engagement and Networking

• Task 1: Conduct training sessions and workshops for the Country Office staff to enhance their understanding and skills in advocacy.
• Task 2: Develop and share best practices and lessons learned from advocacy efforts in Sudan to improve future strategies and approaches.
• Task 3: Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the advocacy team by encouraging feedback and incorporating innovative ideas.

Do you meet the profile required criteria?

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in law, political science, sociology, or similar background; Specific studies in humanitarian aid and/or development, International Humanitarian Law
• Proven knowledge of strategic planning, representation, and coordination.
• Demonstrated experience in working in Africa would be a plus; Specific knowledge of advocacy approach, design, and implementation techniques; Significant experience in advocacy at the national level, and desirable regional level in the East Africa context; 3 to 5 years of professional experience in the Humanitarian sector.
• Three or more years in advocacy or related field; Desirable: Experience in negotiation with UN, INGO, donors, and coordination forums Languages:
• English fluency, French and Spanish appreciated, Arabic is a plus Valuable prior experience in issues related to the promotion of gender equality or personal commitment to gender equality.

Our remuneration package:

We offer immediate incorporation to a dynamic international network with the following remuneration package:

• Formal work contract: 12 months renewable.
• Base: Port Sudan (Sudan)
• Salary: according to Action Against Hunger salary scale and to candidate’s previous experience.

This packaged includes:

• Expatriate insurance (health, live, repatriation, travel, etc.)
• Break flights/trips to defined area: (break per diem: 215 EUR)
• Yearly holiday return flight ticket
• Accommodation and housing expenses (in shared guest house)
• Travel costs to and from the mission.
• 25 working days of paid leave per year
• Emotional care service at the service of the employee and family.