Women's Rights Policy & Advocacy Specialist
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Title: Womens Rights Policy & Advocacy Specialist
Department: Policy Campaigns & Communications
Status: Full-time 22-month unionized
Immediate Supervisor: Manager Policy and Advocacy
Salary: $71937 - $93410
Level: Band 3
Application Deadline: July 18 2025
Oxfam Canada offers a generous compensation and benefits program but more than that we offer the opportunity to be a part of our global movement for change. If you advocate for gender equality are passionate about womens rights and share our values of Equality Empowerment Solidarity Inclusiveness Accountability and Courage we want you on our team!
SCOPE OF POSITION:
Reporting to the Director Policy Campaigns & Communications the Womens Rights Policy & Advocacy Specialist is responsible for developing policy and advocacy strategies in support of raising Oxfam Canadas recognition as a thought leader on issues related to poverty gender justice and inequality both in Canada and globally. The focus of this position will be on Oxfam Canadas work to advance womens economic justice.
The Womens Rights Policy & Advocacy Specialist will work with Oxfam stakeholders - supporters partner organizations and allies as well as communications campaigns and long term development and humanitarian assistance staff to develop initiatives that advance Oxfam policy in Canada and as part of the global policy and advocacy work of Oxfam International.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: (This is not an exhaustive list of duties to be performed)
- Develop and execute impactful policy and advocacy strategies to advance womens economic justice in Canada and globally.
- Convene implement and facilitate policy and advocacy initiatives drawing on issue experts from different departments in Oxfam Canada the larger Oxfam confederation and partners
- Act as an internal subject matter expert on womens economic justice but also contribute to a range of policy and advocacy issues and functions.
- Produce high quality policy and advocacy products (policy briefs reports op-eds etc.).
- Provide expert capacity in policy and advocacy relationship-building writing media publications and coordination.
- Represent Oxfam in policy and advocacy forums as well as in the media.
- Provide strategic advice to the senior management team and board of Oxfam Canada on policy and advocacy issues.
- Working closely with Oxfam Quebec to coordinate gender rights activities in regard to policy and advocacy issues
- Develop relationships with key officials Ministers and their staff/committee staff as well as other elected officials to effectively advocate for Oxfam policy objectives.
- Build support for Oxfam Canadas strategic policy initiatives vis--vis the federal government allies and the private sector.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCIES:
- Masters degree in relevant field of study (such as Political Science Gender/Womens Studies International Relations or Development) or equivalent education and experience.
- Minimum of seven years of related work experience with a minimum of five years in a comparable policy/advocacy position.
- Demonstrated experience in research and writing for policy development.
- Experience leading advocacy campaigns focused on national and global issues.
- At least 3 years experience leading policy initiatives including those focused on womens rights/gender equality.
- Significant experience in coordinating government relations and representing an organization to the government preferably for NGOs.
- Significant experience in building networks coalitions and alliances to support policy and advocacy objectives.
- Knowledge and policy expertise in womens rights and gender equality and in particular womens economic justice.
- Strong knowledge of the Canadian policy landscape and opportunities for influence.
- Demonstrated strong writing and editing skills especially the capacity to develop policy and advocacy materials (correspondence with government officials and decision-makers policy papers briefing notes discussion papers submissions to government consultations).
- Ability to communicate effectively in a public forum and in writing with a demonstrated capability to convey complex ideas in plain language to varied audiences.
- Ability to troubleshoot and anticipate challenges and effectively and efficiently handle multiple simultaneous and complex tasks and projects.
- Capacity and desire to develop expertise in new issue areas.
- Proven commitment to Oxfams mission and strategic focus on womens rights and gender justice.
- Demonstrated capacity to work in a cross-cultural environment based on feminist principles.
- Experience working in the Global South on issues related to poverty inequality and womens an asset
- Capacity to take direction work in a self-directed manner and exceptional skills working within a team setting.
- Proven track record in developing and implementing policy and advocacy strategies and plans.
- Capacity to work in English. French and Spanish is a strong asset.
- Experience working on policy and advocacy issues with the private sector is an asset.
- Experience working with the media a strong asset.
- Demonstrated commitment to feminism anti-racism justice equity diversity and inclusion.
- Ability to travel periodically in Canada and internationally sometimes in difficult circumstances.
- Willingness to sign and abide by the Oxfam Code of Conduct.
In addition to competitive pay Oxfam Canada Offers:
- 35-hour work week and the ability to work flexible hours.
- 4 weeks of paid vacation per year prorated based on FTE equivalence plus paid office closure from December 27 to 31.
- Extensive health dental and wellness coverage for staff and their dependents.
- Paid sick days and additional time off for personal and care responsibilities.
- Pension plan contributions.
- Caring compassionate and supportive work environment that recognizes that work is one of the many responsibilities we have to prioritize in our lives.
- Regular opportunities for all staff across Canada to meet in person and virtually to learn connect and grow as a team!
** MUST be eligible to work in Canada **
We recognize that structural barriers shape experiences and job qualifications.If you dont see yourself reflected in every job requirement listed in the posting above we still encourage you to apply!
As an organization and as individuals we stand against all systems of oppression violence and hate. We stand for justice equity diversity inclusion (JEDI) and decolonization within our organization and society at large guided by ourAnti-Racism and Anti-Oppression Principles (ARAO) ourFeminist Principles and oursix core values:Equality Empowerment Solidarity Inclusiveness Accountability and Courage.OurStrategic Framework 2021-2025has a commitment to grow as a feminist diverse and inclusive organization. To that end we have created anAnti-Racism JEDI and Decolonization Strategy 2023-2025with a vision tobecome a more just inclusive and equitable organization unbound by the oppressive systems of racism white supremacy patriarchy and the legacy of colonialism that have fueled global poverty and inequality.
We prioritize creating a compassionate inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and connected. We are especially eager to hear fromwomen and gender non-conforming individuals Indigenous peoples Black and racialized communities 2SLGBTQI individuals persons with disabilities immigrants to Canada and others from underrepresented groups.
If you require adaptive measures during any stage of the recruitment process please notify us ator. We are committed to providing accommodations to meet your Canada has an accommodation policy for persons with disabilities. The job posting is available in alternate formats.
Important Note:Offers of employment are conditional upon signing our code of conduct satisfactory references and any required screening checks. At Oxfam Canada we place a high priority on ensuring that only individuals who share and demonstrate our values join our team.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
