Policy and Advocacy Assistant || Women's Coalition of Zimbabwe
DUE: 07 JUL 2024
Women’s Coalition of Zimbabwe, (WCOZ) a National network of women’s rights organisations and individual activists that advocates and defends women and girls in Zimbabwe seeks to recruit vibrant, efficient, self-driven, highly motivated, enthusiastic and team player candidates for the following vacancy
Policy and Advocacy Assistant: Women’s Coalition of Zimbabwe
Deadline: 07 July 2024
Location: Harare
Date of Commencement: July 2024
Reporting to: Policy and Advocacy Officer
Job Summary:
The Policy and Advocacy Assistant will support the Policy and Advocacy Project Officer in implementing WCoZ’s advocacy strategies and policy initiatives. The role involves research, policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, and coordination of advocacy activities to advance women’s rights and gender equality in Zimbabwe.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Policy Research and Analysis:
Conduct research on gender-related policies, laws, and issues affecting women and girls in Zimbabwe.
2. Advocacy and Campaign Support:
3. Stakeholder Engagement:
4. Communication and Outreach:
5. Administrative Support:
Qualifications and Skills:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in public policy, Political Science, Gender Studies, Law, Social Sciences, or a related field.
Experience: At least 1-2 years of experience in policy analysis, advocacy, or a related role, preferably within the NGO sector.
Skills: Strong research and analytical skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to engage
with diverse stakeholders, Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, knowledge of gender issues and women’s rights in Zimbabwe.
Personal Attributes: Passionate about gender equality and women’s rights, Proactive and able to work
independently as well as part of a team, Detail-oriented and well-organized, Flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
TO APPLY
Interested candidates should submit their resume, a cover letter outlining their suitability for the position, and contact details for three professional references to: hrwcoz@gmail.com
Women and Women with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
