United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland: Policy Adviser

The Organisation

Plan International is an independent child rights and humanitarian organisation committed to children living a life free of poverty, violence and injustice. We actively unite children, communities and other people who share our mission to make positive lasting changes in children’s and young people’s lives. We support children to gain the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to claim their rights to a fulfilling life, today and in the future. We place a specific focus on girls and women, who are most often left behind. We have been building powerful partnerships for children for more than 75 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.

We are currently recruiting for a Policy Adviser for a maternity cover of 6-12 months from September 2016 onwards. The Policy Adviser will be part of the Policy Hub in GIP, in the International Headquarters in Woking, and will play an active role in developing policy analysis and positions in priority thematic areas of BIAAG and other global strategic priorities.

You will lead on the development of robust, evidence based policy analysis and position papers on priority thematic issues to support Plan International’s strategy, operations and influencing. Ensuring accurate policy advice and information is available and supports Plan International’s strategy and influencing, including input to advocacy materials, internal policies and strategies and policy messages and recommendations is a key responsibility of the role.

The Person

With prior experience of working on children’s rights and gender equality at the global level, either within an NGO, a UN agency, a government department, or other relevant institutions, you will have extensive experience of drafting and producing policy position papers. Experience of policy analysis, policy development, providing policy advice and translating policy into clear recommendations and messages for advocacy and campaigning will be essential.

You will have excellent oral and written communication skills in English and advanced analytical and problem-solving skills. The role requires the ability to manage multiple demands and priorities. Excellent people skills with the ability to work in a collaborative and supportive way with colleagues in all regions where Plan International works, is key to the success of this role.

Please click on the following link for a full job description and person specification; https://www.dropbox.com/s/4heyrwxoeoomt1w/Policy%20Advisor%20JD%20matern…

Location: International Headquarters in Woking, Surrey (approximately 23 minutes from London Waterloo) Some global travel may be required.

Type of Role: Maternity cover for 6-12 months

Reports to: Head of Policy

Salary: £35-45000 per annum, pro rata

Closing Date: Thursday 14th July