Program & Advocacy Officer at Human Rights Advancement, Development and Advocacy Centre (HURIDAC)

Responsibilities:

• Manage and implement HURIDAC's programs
• Develop and implement advocacy strategies to advance HURIDAC's policy goals
• Monitor policy developments and conduct research and analysis to inform advocacy efforts
• Develop project proposals in collaboration with team members
• Coordinate with partners and stakeholders to ensure effective implementation of projects
• Monitor and evaluate program activities to ensure that they meet project objectives and are implemented in accordance with organizational policies and procedures
• Prepare regular progress reports for management and other stakeholders
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, including policymakers, civil society organizations, and the media
• Draft and disseminate advocacy materials, including policy briefs, reports, and press releases
• Coordinate with other team members and partners to ensure effective advocacy campaigns
• Contribute to the development of strategies and plans for HURIDAC's programs
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and donor requirements
• Represent HURIDAC at relevant meetings, conferences, and events
• Draft and disseminate advocacy materials, including policy briefs, reports, and press releases
• Coordinate with other team members and partners to ensure effective advocacy campaigns
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of advocacy activities and adjust strategies as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Minimum of bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g. human rights, international development, social sciences, etc.); Master's degree preferred
• At least 3 years of experience in resource mobilisation; managing programs and implementing advocacy activities, preferably in the NGOs and charity sector.
• Excellent project management skills, including budgeting and financial management, monitoring and evaluation, and report writing
• Experience developing project proposals and engagement with donors
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Experience building and maintaining relationships with policymakers, civil society organizations, and the media
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong organizational and time management skills
• Fluency in English is required, proficiency in French language is a plus