Advocacy and Communications Officer- Anti Trafficking Unit

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 to be considered for the vacancy, interested candidates are requested to click here or access the following link: https://forms.gle/9k1iFGY5Y32vF33KA in order to complete the Application Form, which will only take 5 minutes to complete. Please submit your response no later than November 21, 2022. 

Or you may, submit your CVs and cover letters along with three reference contacts to [email protected] no later than December 03, 2022. Please mention in the subject of your email the position title: Advocacy and Communications Officer.

Candidates must meet all employment requirements including, but not limited to, Education and Certification Requirements, Reference Checks, and Criminal Background Checks. 

 Additional Details about this position will only be provided to Shortlisted Candidates.

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SCOPE OF WORK

The Advocacy and Communications Officer will work for Kafa’s Anti-Trafficking Unit (ATU). The candidate is expected to develop and implement communications and advocacy actions that advance the Unit's mission, objectives, initiatives, and campaigns in relation to its programs on exploitation and trafficking in women namely migrant domestic workers and women victims of sexual exploitation.

The candidate needs to demonstrate a deep interest in issues related to feminism, human trafficking for labor and sexual exploitation, violence against women, and should have a good knowledge and previous experience working on these topics.

Tasks related to Communications:

  • Develop and implement a communications strategy in coordination with Kafa’s ATU and Media Units;
  • Develop the main messages of media campaigns, identify the best resources and providers to prepare the media and communications materials, and the best platforms to deliver the campaigns’ messages to online and offline audiences;
  • Write press releases and ensure media coverage of main actions and positions by Kafa’s ATU;
  • Collect testimonies of survivors of trafficking and exploitation and communicate them to the public;
  • Document media coverage, and collect research and reports on domestic workers and human trafficking issues at a national and international level;
  • Respond to audience’s comments on Kafa’s social media platforms, and represent the ATU in media interviews;
  • Conduct awareness raising and training on subjects related to the ATU’s work;

Tasks related to Advocacy:

  • Support in laying down and implementing the ATU advocacy strategy;
  • Organize meetings with MPs and other decision-makers for lobbying purposes;
  • Coordinate the ATU’s advocacy efforts with existing partners and allies and engage new partners;
  • Write position papers and policy briefs.

Other Duties:

  • Coordinate regularly with the Media Unit at Kafa, and report to the ATU management;
  • Support in administrative and logistics tasks when needed.
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Last modified: 
18 Nov, 2022
Intervention Sector(s):
Gender issues
Application Deadline:
Saturday, 10 December 2022
Contract Type:
Full Time
Period of Employment:
Full-Time Employment Contract (Duration 1 Year - Renewable)
Salary
1500-1800 (USD)
Salary Range:
1500 to 2000 (USD)
Education Degree:
Bachelor Degree
Education Degree Details:
- Bachelor degree in media studies, communications studies, journalism, women studies, or other majors in social and human sciences - Master’s degree is a plus; - A minimum of 5 years of significant professional experience in communications, media, and advocacy preferably in relation to gender issues. - A proven track record of developing and delivering successful communications strategies; - Excellent knowledge of Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and other social media platforms; - Experience in basic graphic design is a strong plus. Competencies - Dynamic, self-motivated, and attentive to details; - Works with honesty and integrity; - Ability to work independently and with diverse teams and able to coordinate and develop relationships with a wide array of external actors/consultants; - Good planning and managerial skills; - Demonstrated commitment to women’s rights; - Commitment to the principles of equality and non-discrimination; - Excellent oral and writing skills in Arabic and English languages, French is a strong plus.
Experience Requirements:
5 to 10 years
Arabic Language:
Fluent
English Language:
Fluent
French Language:
Very Good
Country/City: 
  • Lebanon
  • Beirut