Humanity & Inclusion recruits 01 Advocacy Assistant
Humanity & Inclusion is the new name of Handicap International. HI is an independent and impartial international aid organization working in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflict and disaster in developing countries. Working alongside persons with disabilities and other vulnerable groups, our action and testimony are focused on responding to their essential needs, improving their living conditions and promoting respect for their dignity and their fundamental rights.
Humanity & Inclusion is a not-for-profit organization with no religious or political affiliation. It operates as a federation made up of a network of 8 associations in Europe and North America that mobilize resources and raise awareness about HI action.
HI is engaged in advocacy in several sectors (development, humanitarian action and protection of civilians), always building its messages on its own field experience and expertise.
Responsibilities
You will provide support in implementing activities to achieve the policy changes on development related topics, especially in the areas of rehabilitation and inclusive education.
1: Support the monitoring and coordination of the implementation of HI advocacy strategies in the areas of inclusive education and rehabilitation
- Support the review and updating of advocacy strategies, action plans and mapping tools
- Assist in organizing and following up meetings of our internal coordination mechanisms
- Feed in internal communication channels (e.g. intranet, staff meetings)
- Contribute to updating AIR presentations and training tools on advocacy
- Contribute to funding proposals, donor reporting and other material for donors
2: Assist with the implementation of specific advocacy activities in the areas of inclusive education, and rehabilitation
- Monitor global policy developments and the work of relevant stakeholders and networks
- Support the elaboration and production of evidence based publications (factsheets, briefing papers, case studies, reports…)
- Assist in liaising with HI programmes and National Associations for data collection and the organization of advocacy initiatives
- Prepare meetings with policy makers and assist in the organization of advocacy events
- Assist with travel, meetings and other conference logistics
- Feed in external communication channels (e.g. articles, Q&A, website, social media)
- Provide administrative support for budget management
Candidate profile
Knowledge
- Strong interest in disability and issues relating to vulnerable populations, in developing countries
- Education background in international development, international relations, politics, or global public health
- Good understanding of SDG processes, UN and EU institutions
- Good understanding of North-South cooperation policy frameworks and mechanisms
Experience and abilities
- At least one year of experience in policy, advocacy, or research work on international development issues, ideally on disability, education, or health.
- Strong analytical skills and an attention to details.
- Strong organisational skills.
- Good writing and communication skills in English, with strong synthesis skills, and good presentation techniques.
- Strong computer literacy.
Languages
Excellent oral and written English; a good command of French and other languages is desirable
CONDITIONS
- Convention d’Immersion Professionnelle; 6 months renewable once starting from February 2021
- The monthly allocation amount is fixed by the law, around 812€
- The person will have to establish residence in Belgium
We highly encourage diversity in our workforce and encourage persons with disabilities to apply.
Please do not apply on line: send your CV and a short motivation letter to Valentina Pomatto:
v.pomatto@hi.org before 10th January 2021.
Indicate “application to ID advocacy assistant + your name” in subject