As a Humanitarian affairs and advocacy Intersection, you have an intersectional role and support all sections of MSF present in Mali.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and implement an advocacy strategy adapted to the context of Mali, in close collaboration with the 3 heads of mission (MSF-Belgium, MSF-Spain, etc, MSF-France) and’Aplicit unit at MSF headquarters
- Identify key strategic issues and target audiences
- ’influence tactics are developed for decision makers
- Monitor and analyse’ policy developments by working with stakeholders and’ other stakeholders to advance common policy objectives
- Laws, regulations and other policy initiatives that may impact the’organisation are documented and communicated to overlapping heads of mission
- Represent MSF at’ events and meetings in order to promote the positions of the’organisation
- Make a list of the main events and meetings scheduled in the country and/or region
- Minutes of meetings are written, analyzed/commented and shared with heads of mission
PREREQUISITES
Training & experience
- Master in anthropology, social/political sciences, law, gender studies or protection
- Minimum 3 years of’experience as head of advocacy in the field of humanitarian affairs, research,’analysis or advocacy with MSF or other NGOs
- Advocacy experience in the region is an asset
Skills
- Good understanding of current humanitarian debates and the dilemma/compromise nature of modern humanitarian interventions
- Excellent writing, research and’analysis skills
- Adaptability and ability to work in a multicultural team as well as in an unstable and precarious environment
- Flexibility and resistance to stress
- Autonomy with a solution-oriented approach
- Diplomacy
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Motivation and humanitarian interest
Languages
- Very good oral and written mastery of french
- Knowledge of’anglais is an asset
CONDITIONS
- Planned start date : 02/01/2024
- Location: Bamako (Mali)
- Mobility : Possible travel in projects
- Type of contract : Fixed term contract (CDD) – Full time
- Contract duration: 12 months (extended)
- Salary according to MSF OCB field grid
- Contractual terms, conditions and salary will be established based on the official residence of the selected candidates and in accordance with MSF’s standard job and salary grids
- No family position
- Adhere to MSF principles and our managerial values: respect, transparency, integrity, accountability, trust and empowerment
- Adhere to commitments for responsible behavior
How to apply
Online applications must be submitted via the following link. By clicking on this link, you will be directed to our online application tool.
Only the candidates selected for the suite will be contacted.
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