Are you an advocacy &ย communication expert willing to contribute to the mission of FONGIM in Mali?ย
We are looking for a passionate professional that has creativity, energy and diplomacy! More info below.
Background/Contextย
The Mali INGO forum (FONGIM) is an association recognized by the authorities and currently has 99 international NGO members. The FONGIM aims to ensure/strengthen, in an independent manner, coordination between member INGOs, local and national authorities, the United Nations, donors, diplomatic representations and external partners.ย It facilitates better sharing of information and expertise, the establishment of common guidelines among member INGOs, and the respect of fundamental principles for a more coordinated, efficient, and effective use of humanitarian, recovery, and development resources in response to the needs of the Mali population.
The FONGIMโs activities consists in:
Information / exchange platform Coordination / representation / relationship with partners Advocacy Communication Access Capacity buildingRESPONSIBILITIES
What you will do:
The role can be described as a fusion of two specific tasks: advocacy and communication. The position is line-managed by the FONGIM Director and works in close cooperation with the FONGIM Working Groups as well as with the FONGIM Bureau. The position covers activities in all Mali and is connected with regular travelling within and outside the country. The Advocacy and Communication Manager is a line manager of the Information Manager Coordinator.
Advocacy-Identify and coordinate advocacy response to prioritised FONGIM. Advocacyย has a strategic importance in Mali in an environment characterized by repeated insecurity and humanitarian shocks that are extremely violent for civilian population. The past year has seen a decline in humanitarian space and access as well as repeated questioning of humanitarian principles by stakeholders in the conflict. Lead and coordinate the FONGIMโs strategic advocacy in subsidiarity and support to advocacy already conducted by the members. Develop and implement the FONGIM's advocacy strategy based on populationโs needs and in consultation and close cooperation with the members of relevant Working Groups as well as with the FONGIM Bureau; Bring together expertise and knowledge and build evidence-based analyses, researches to support advocacy jointly with members, sectorial groups, external or internal experts Based on evidence and consultation of members, develop relevant advocacy products (talking points, advocacy notes, message compendiums, etc), coordinate dissemination, and lobby at various level to support joint advocacy efforts for positive changes by FONGIM members. Coordinate and support all influencing & advocacy efforts led in the name of FONGIM at different level (heads of mission of members, executive bureau and director of the FONGIM, members advocacy teams at international level, technical level, etc.)ย Build links and support toward coordination and advocacy platforms in country and at international level between NGOs in key capitals (New York, Washington DC, Brussels, Berlin, Paris, London, etc.) to strengthen direct advocacy toward international decision-makers engaged in Mali. Conduct directly advocacy and lobbying actions as relevant in coordination with FONGIM members and groups based on signed-off products.; Communication-The Advocacy and Communication Manager will develop and implement a communication strategy in line and support of the larger influencing and FONGIM strategies and priorities, based on consultations of FONGIM members and groups.S/He will manage both internal and external communication (from organizing meetings and develop internal strategy to relaunch the FONGIM websiteย and disseminate coomunications material).QUALIFICATIONS
What you will bring:
Minimum 5 yearsโ experiences from a senior management position in a humanitarian/ recovery context Master's degree in International Relations, International humanitarian law, Political sciences, Development or Communication Very good knowledge of humanitarian law. Strong experience in advocacy in conflict countries Strong knowledge of the United Nations system, integrated missions and clusters Experience from working in a complex emergency crisis and volatile contexts Fluency in French, English, both written and verbal Political sensitivity Knowledge of the context/SahelBehavioural competencies
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What We Offer
12ย months contract Grade 9ย on NRC salary scale Location: Bamako Start date: January 2024 An opportunity to match your career to a compelling cause A chance to meet and work with people who are the best in their fieldsDEADLINE TO APPLY: 12/11/2023
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