This new role is part of an initiative between ICHA at the Kenya Red Cross and the Humanitarian Policy Department at the British Red Cross. A joint work plan between these centres in Nairobi and London on mutual areas of policy interest will seek to increase evidence gathering and sharing, develop strong and relevant contextual analysis, contribute to thought leadership within the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, and develop relationships with key stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Develop, lead and implement policy and advocacy strategies on humanitarian issues
Ensure specialist knowledge and analysis in order to influence work within and outside the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement using a range of different approaches including high quality research, policy analysis and external representation
Work with colleagues in different departments in the Kenya Red Cross to ensure the development and implementation of policy agendas that draw on, and inform, the work of the Movement
Monitor developments, trends and debates relevant to key humanitarian policy issues, ensuring relevant colleagues and networks are kept abreast of priority issues and that these developments are informed by the policy and practice of the Movement
Undertake or commission high quality research, policy briefings, and synthesis reports that can underpin advocacy and influencing work and that can inform programmatic engagement in specific contexts
Manage key relationships and represent at senior levels externally and within the Movement
Liaise and maintain regular contact with government officials, politicians and policy makers on key policy issues
Manage the humanitarian policy and advocacy officer and any relevant consultants, interns, and volunteers
Develop and manage annual work plans of the policy and advocacy officer and contribute to development of the joint workplan of ICHA and the Humanitarian Policy Department at the BRC
Manage staff resources, and others who from time to time may be assigned to the research and formulation process
Assist in any other duties requested by relevant colleagues
Qualifications
Master’s degree in law, political science, international relations or relevant field
At least five (5) years of relevant working experience
Demonstrable understanding of the international humanitarian system
Knowledge of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement
Experience leading development and implementation of policy and advocacy strategies on key humanitarian issues
Experience with senior representation and influencing work with a variety of stakeholders
Good written and verbal communication skills and strong organisational skills
Ability to analyse, capture, and synthesise large amounts of information in a high quality and engaging manner
Experience of writing and disseminating policy papers and reports
Experience of compiling and summarising materials for a variety of audiences
Effective interpersonal skills to establish cooperative working relationships in the course of performing assigned duties
Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, analyse financial and operational data and information, think analytically and critically
Experience managing staff, budget and work plans
Use of internet and IT to support information and knowledge management
Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality, remain open to new ideas and experiment with improved systems and proven methods
Commitment to upholding the Fundamental Principles of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement
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