Advocacy Focal Point

Job Posting Organization:
Action contre la Faim, established in 1979, is a prominent non-governmental organization dedicated to combating hunger globally. With a strong commitment to humanitarian principles such as independence, neutrality, non-discrimination, and professionalism, the organization has built a reputation for transparency and effectiveness over its 45 years of operation. Action contre la Faim's mission focuses on saving lives by eliminating hunger through various strategies, including the prevention, detection, and treatment of under-nutrition, especially in emergency situations caused by conflicts or natural disasters. The organization operates in 57 countries and has provided aid to over 26 million people in 2024 alone, emphasizing its extensive reach and impact in the humanitarian sector. Their areas of expertise include Nutrition and Health, Mental Health and psychosocial-support" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Psychosocial Support, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Food Security and Livelihoods, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene, Advocacy, Climate, and Research. More information can be found on their official website at www.actioncontrelafaim.org.

Job Overview:
The Advocacy Focal Point will work under the supervision of the director" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Country Director, playing a crucial role in shaping and implementing advocacy strategies for Action contre la Faim in Afghanistan. This position involves acting as the primary advocacy representative for the mission, providing direct support to the organization, and developing strategic engagements that align with the overall mission objectives. The role requires collaboration with program and support teams, as well as local partners, to enhance their capacity in advocacy efforts. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that programmatic data and analysis are effectively utilized for advocacy and communication purposes. Additionally, the Advocacy Focal Point will develop and execute external communication initiatives that reflect the mission's goals and influence external stakeholders, ensuring alignment with both ACF Afghanistan and global advocacy strategies. This position is vital for promoting the organization's mission and enhancing its visibility and impact in the region.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary advocacy focal point for Action contre la Faim in Afghanistan, providing strategic support and guidance to the mission.
• Develop and implement the ACF advocacy strategy for Afghanistan, ensuring alignment with global and mission-specific objectives.
• Collaborate with program and support teams to build their capacity in advocacy, ensuring they have the necessary tools and knowledge to engage effectively.
• Analyze and synthesize complex issues related to humanitarian advocacy, translating them into strategic insights for the organization.
• Develop and carry out external communication initiatives that promote ACF's mission and influence key stakeholders.
• Engage in high-level representation and negotiation with external partners, including government agencies, NGOs, and other stakeholders.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of advocacy efforts, making adjustments as necessary to achieve desired outcomes.
• Provide training and support to local partners in advocacy and communication strategies.
• Ensure that programmatic data and analysis are available and utilized for advocacy purposes. 1
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of humanitarian principles, international law" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">humanitarian law, and the broader humanitarian system.

Required Qualifications:
The ideal candidate for the Advocacy Focal Point position should possess a Master's degree in International Relations, International Humanitarian Law, Social Sciences, Politics, Development Studies, or a related field. Proven experience in humanitarian advocacy is essential, including high-level representation, negotiation, and influencing aid policies. Candidates should have a strong ability to analyze and synthesize complex issues into strategic insights, along with experience in humanitarian or development aid and project management. A solid understanding of international humanitarian law, humanitarian principles, and the broader humanitarian system is crucial. The candidate should demonstrate strategic and critical thinking skills, as well as proficiency in advocacy tools and processes. Excellent diplomatic, negotiation, and communication skills are also required.

Educational Background:
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a relevant field such as International Relations, International Humanitarian Law, Social Sciences, Politics, or Development Studies. This educational background is essential for understanding the complexities of humanitarian advocacy and the legal frameworks that govern it.

Experience:
The position requires proven experience in humanitarian advocacy, particularly in high-level representation and negotiation. Experience working in insecure or volatile environments is highly desirable, as it demonstrates the candidate's ability to navigate challenging contexts effectively. Additionally, experience in humanitarian or development aid and project management is important for understanding the operational aspects of the role.

Languages:
Fluency in professional English is mandatory, with advanced writing abilities being essential for effective communication and advocacy efforts. Knowledge of additional languages may be considered an asset, particularly those relevant to the region or the organization's operations.

Additional Notes:
This position offers a fixed-term contract under French legislation for a duration of 6 months. The monthly gross salary ranges from 2597 to 2968 euros, depending on experience, and includes a 13th-month salary. Non-French citizens will have their pension insurance reimbursed at 16% of the gross monthly salary. Employees can expect an annual salary increase of 6% after each 12 months of continuous service. Additional benefits include a monthly per diem and living allowance of 681 euros net, a country allowance of 450 euros, and a cold allowance for winter equipment purchases up to 380 euros per year. Child allowance is available at 1500 euros per year per child present in the country of origin, with a maximum of 6000 euros per year. Transportation and accommodation costs are covered, and ACF provides 100% medical coverage for health and repatriation insurance fees, including for dependents. Employees are entitled to 25 days of paid leave per year, 20 rest and recuperation days, and airfare reimbursement for chosen break destinations, along with additional financial support for each RnR period. Field trips may include locations such as GHOR, DIKUNDI, BADAKHSAN, and HELMAND.