United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland: Policy and Advocacy Officer

Overview

War Child has a story to tell. In fact, we have 100,000; one for every child we helped survive, and thrive, in conflict last year.

Our work is all about empowering and protecting children. So it makes sense that we’re also passionate about talking to children in the UK about the brutal effects of war that millions of their peers are living with (and dying from).

A key role within our Advocacy and Campaign team, the Advocacy and Policy Officer will work to marshal evidence, data, and the voices of the children we work with around the world, to persuade decision makers, in the UK and internationally to make the changes that children in conflict need.

We’re on the side of children – come join us.

Purpose of role

To support and deliver WCUK’s Advocacy and Campaigns strategy in 2016, and work with the Head of Advocacy and Campaigns to develop WCUK’s work across Westminster and Whitehall as well as with supporters throughout the UK.

Tasks and responsibilities

Delivery of WCUK’s Advocacy Objectives (60%)

· Deliver projects and pieces of work that sit under WCUK’s advocacy strategy for 2016.

· Work with WCUK’s country offices to monitor and support their advocacy work.

Managing networks and coalitions (20%)

· Represent WCUK in relevant coalitions and groups, as required.

WCUK’s Campaign work – design and delivery (20%)

· Work with the Head of Advocacy and Campaigns to develop the supporter journey for WCUK’s campaign HELP, and manage campaign activities as required.