Advocacy Officer (Maternity Cover)

Overview

This role influences African Union (AU) institutions to protect and advance children's rights across Africa, with a focus on Children Affected by Armed Conflict.

Key Responsibilities

• Support advocacy efforts promoting the implementation of, and accountability for, the African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child (ACERWC).
• Contribute to advocacy on CAAC issues and support the mandate of the African Union (AU) Special Envoy on CAAC.
• Serve as the focal point for the Education in Emergencies cluster.
• Facilitate the active engagement of CSOs and children in AU policy-making processes.
• Deliver monthly and quarterly progress updates.
• Support the development of complementary reports to ACERWC.
• Support the strengthening of CSO networks in Africa.
• Support identification and adoption of CSO priorities.
• Assist in the preparation of project proposals, budgets, narrative plans and reports.
• Represent Save the Children in external meetings.

Required Experience

Good knowledge and understanding of the child rights mechanisms and structures at the AU. Knowledge and understanding of the AU institutions. Experience of working through and together with others, and with providing technical assistance. Proven ability to speak and communicate effectively, and to tailor messages to different audiences. Experience of successfully operating in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures. Experience of solving complex issues through analysis, definition of a clear way forward and ensuring buy in.

Qualifications

A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in human rights, law, international relations, economics, politics or a related policy field is desirable. Advocacy experience preferably with the AUC or other African regional bodies in child rights, child health, child protection or another relevant area.

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