Regional Policy And Advocacy Lead

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Nairobi, Kenya
Fully remote
10+ years humanitarian crisis experience
Policy and advocacy strategy development
East africa political complexity knowledge
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a Regional Policy and Advocacy Lead based in Nairobi, Kenya. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in humanitarian policy and advocacy, contributing to the development and implementation of strategies that influence humanitarian practices across East Africa

Job Summary

  • The Regional Policy and Advocacy Lead is a key member of IRC East Africa's senior management team responsible for developing and coordinating regional policy positions.
  • This role requires leading the implementation of policy strategies that align local field priorities with global organizational goals across Sudan, South Sudan, Ethiopia, Somalia, Kenya, and Uganda.
  • Candidates must have at least ten years of experience responding to complex humanitarian crises and demonstrate a track record of delivering change through impactful advocacy strategies.

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The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a Regional Policy and Advocacy Lead based in Nairobi, Kenya. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in humanitarian policy and advocacy, contributing to the development and implementation of strategies that influence humanitarian practices across East Africa.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years humanitarian crisis experience
  • Policy and advocacy strategy development
  • East Africa political complexity knowledge
  • Stakeholder relationship management
  • Regional and international representation

Nice-to-have

  • Previous East Africa work experience
  • Master's degree in relevant field
  • Fluency in English written and spoken
  • Ability to work in unstable security environments
  • Experience with Inter-Agency Working Groups

Key Requirements

  • University degree in Communications, International Affairs, or Policy
  • At least ten years of professional experience in humanitarian contexts
  • Legal right to work in the country of posting
  • Willingness to travel to remote sites under challenging conditions

Work Rights

Must have legal right to work in the country of posting

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