Civil Society Project Coordinator

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NOTE: Only candidates from Europe and the Middle East countries will be considered for this role.

POSITION SUMMARY:
The overarching purpose of this position is to generate and drive the DI Network’s strategic actions to build a regional child welfare reform coalition in CEE/CIS countries.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Coordinate local and national level members of civil society for the creation of a regional coalition and support DI Network member coalition-building activities in six WV National Offices.

Create regional child welfare / protection coalition.
Develop a regional coalition of child-focused civil society members that strategically coordinates advocacy efforts for government child welfare reform.
Manage coalition lobbying agenda development and secure implementation of agenda.

Coordinate and strategically manage the coalition’s regional advocacy initiatives in support of child welfare reform

NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
 

REQUIRED:
A university degree (Master’s Degree preferred) in social sciences (Law, Political Science, Human Rights, International Relations, Public Policy).
Advocacy and policy analysis skills
Critical thinking and analytical skills/abilities
Highly organized, efficient and able to meet key deadlines
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, as well as public speaking, negotiation, problem-solving skills and administrative abilities
Good interpersonal skills with ability to work and establish harmonious and effective working relationships, both within and outside the organization
Exhibit strong leadership skills and enjoy working/communicating with a variety of people

Good cross-cultural understanding and sensitivity, flexible worldview, emotional maturity and physical stamina
English fluency (speaking, writing, editing)
Experience in organizing, networking, lobbying, and coalition building
Experience in strategy development and implementation
At least three years work experience in advocacy programs with NGOs

PREFERRED:
Working knowledge of international human rights standards

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