Humanitarian Policy Adviser

Humanitarian Policy Adviser – (210001Z5)

The Opportunity

Save the Children International has an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as the–Humanitarian Policy Adviserat London or Any existing Save The Children.

In order to be successful you will bring/have:
Scope:
The Humanitarian Policy Adviser is a member of the Humanitarian Team and part of the Humanitarian Policy, Advocacy and Campaign (HPAC) group who lead the delivery of policy and influencing strategies on behalf of Save the Children. The Adviser works in coordination with a range of internal stakeholders including the Humanitarian Response and Preparedness Team, Regional Humanitarian Directors, Conflict, Analysis and Foresight Unit, Civil-Military Relations Unit and Child Protection in Emergencies working group. The Adviser is a member of external networks and represents Save the Children in external fora including the Inter-Agency Standing Committee.

In order to be successful you will bring/have:
Essential

Proven track record of developing and influencing humanitarian policy at sector level.

Strong understanding of current and emerging trends in humanitarian policy

Previous experience in complex humanitarian response operations in an operations, technical, advocacy and/or policy role.

Outstanding planning and organisational skills, with an ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple demands and competing priorities while maintaining high-quality standards

Outstanding written and verbal communication skills to motivate, influence and negotiate both internally and externally.

Attention to detail and ability to follow tasks and ideas through to completion.

Significant ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to adapt work plans flexibly depending on external opportunities.

Strong interpersonal skills, a proven ability to establish and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels and across cultures and an ability to promote and lead on integrated working.

Demonstrated commitment to the Save the Children mission and values.

Strongly desirable: working knowledge of French, Spanish or Arabic.

Desirable

Working knowledge of French, Spanish or Arabic

We can offer circa £43,000 per annum ( If based in UK) with an option of flexible of working hours

The Organisation

We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday

All children learn from a quality basic education and that,

Violence against children is no longer tolerated

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

Application Information:
Please attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application, and include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations. A copy of the full role profile can be found at www.savethechildren.net/careers/apply

We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.

Save the Children does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.

Location: Worldwide

Employee Status: Permanent

Closing Date: May 2, 2021