Policy and Advocacy Manager, Italy & the Netherlands
Policy and Advocacy Manager, Italy & the Netherlands
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ABOUT THE ONE CAMPAIGN
ONE is a global nonpartisan organization fighting for a more just world by demanding the investments needed to create economic opportunities and healthier lives in Africa. We do this by deploying trusted and dynamic advocacy that leverages hard-hitting data credible grassroots activism creative political engagement and strategic partnerships. We use all this to influence decision-makers to take action and tackle the worlds biggest challenges. Read more at .
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
We are looking for an experienced development professional to join our team in Brussels as our Policy and Advocacy Manager for Italy and the Netherlands. The Policy & Advocacy Manager will provide analysis and make recommendations on key development policy issues as well as support the implementation of our EU advocacy strategy in these countries. The Policy & Advocacy Manager will work closely with government officials NGOs and other decision makers and opinion formers in order to deliver ONEs objectives. The ideal candidate will possess excellent knowledge of global development policy issues as well as demonstrable knowledge and understanding of political landscape in Italy and the Netherlands. They must be a great team player and self-starter with excellent communications skills and analytical ability. The Policy & Advocacy Manager will be based in our Brussels office and will report to the EU Director.
IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL
- Represent ONE at meetings and conferences on relevant policy topics as needed.
- Working with the EU Director and consulting with other members of the Italy and Netherlands teams design and implementation of ONEs advocacy strategy in Italy and the Netherlands developing/maintaining relationships including with government officials politicians NGOs and think tanks.
- Manage consultants commission and perform general research and policy analysis on ONEs policy work relating to a broad range of development issues including but not limited to ODA global health climate financing and transparency and accountability.
- Advise on activities for ONEs Youth Ambassador volunteer programs in Italy and the Netherlands providing guidance and support to ensure ONEs public campaigning and advocacy work is effectively supporting our policy-change goals in both markets.
- Prepare documents on specific development issues for a range of internal and external audiences including policy pitches talking points briefings for ONE staff volunteers and/or Principals reports and media articles.
- Monitor and keep the team and wider organisation informed of news on development policies in Italy and the Netherlands.
- Provide the market-specific perspectives to global policy discussions and ensure policy positions are compatible with target audiences in Rome and the Hague. Work internally across organisational teams to identify and leverage opportunities for policy change on these issues.
- Prepare ONEs positions on key areas of the EUs development policy and contribute to development of new / emerging policy areas within the organisation
- Other tasks as assigned by the supervisor or the designee.
WHAT YOU BRING TO ONE
- Bachelors degree in economics law or a development-related field preferred.
- Six to eight years work experience in a policy advocacy government or campaigns role with at least 3 years working within the European Institutions or for a Member State government.
- Excellent research writing and analytical skills.
- Excellent presentation skills with experience of presenting to senior staff and external audiences.
- Ability to synthesize policy documents identifying relevant key points and facts and statistics that help explain complicated policy topics to broad audiences in a concise way.
- A demonstrable understanding of the links between policy lobbying campaigning and media work and of how policy change can be achieved through effective advocacy.
- Fluent in English and Italian and/or Dutch.
- Ability to work as part of a global team and in a culturally diverse environment.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities and workloads.
- Generally very well-organised; proven ability to multi-task.
- Ability to consistently apply good judgment and make good and responsible decisions.
- Ability to maintain the highest degree of confidentiality regarding all aspects of work at all times.
- Desire and ability to travel regularly (up to 10%) usually for 2-3 days at a time
- A commitment to ONEs mission and policy priorities.
OTHER ATTRIBUTES
- An understanding of the complexities surrounding collaboration in a global matrix organisation
- Highly organised analytical detail oriented and self-motivated
- Collaborative approach and strong interpersonal skills
- Remain positive in high-pressure and stressful situations
- Critical thinking communication and relationship-building skills
- Takes action and is results-focused
- Flexible and resourceful
- Independent problem solver
IN RETURN WE OFFER:
- A fantastic opportunity to make a huge impact in the world working with a highly-visible mission-driven organization in an incredible supportive work environment.
- DKV health insurance
- Retirement Plan
- And much more!
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Fluency in English required as well as either Italian and/or Dutch.
TRAVEL
Travel up to 10% usually for 2-3 days at a time.
WORKPLACE FLEXIBILITY OPTIONS
A flexible workplace schedule is available working up to 3 days per week remotely.
COMPENSATION RANGE
54150 - 67000
INTERESTED LETS CHAT
Please submit an application CV and cover letter on our jobs page. The deadline for applications is open until filling the position. We thank all candidates for their interest; however we are only able to contact those who we decide to interview. No phone calls please.
Only candidates authorised to work in Belgium without any restrictions need apply
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants. When an applicant with a disability needs an accommodation to have an equal opportunity to compete for a job they may request it orally or in writing (please email ). ONE will process requests for reasonable accommodation and will provide reasonable accommodations where appropriate in a prompt and efficient manner.
We understand that a diversity of strengths experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. If this position interests you we encourage you to apply and tell us why you are a great candidate for the role. ONE does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. To learn more about our diversity and inclusion work and priorities visit to the number of inquiries that ONE receives we thank all candidates for their interest yet only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
