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Advocacy Advisor Multi Country (Nairobi Based, Open for Kenyans only)New!

Category

Public Relations

Employment Type

Full-time

Location

Nairobi, Kenya

Vacancies

1 position

Closing Date

12/2/2026
28 days left

Employer / Company

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Description (Public)

The Advocacy Advisor shapes NRC's policy influence and public positioning in Somalia and Kenya, leading advocacy and communications strategies that connect operational realities with policy engagement and amplify the voices of displaced communities.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

  • Identify and coordinate NRC's advocacy response to prioritised issues within the country and internationally.
  • Develop and implement an advocacy and communications strategy aligned with the country strategy.
  • Develop country office media plans and lines, with risk analysis and sign-off procedures for public positions.
  • Line manage communications teams, including staff development, budget planning and administration.
  • Deliver systematic training on advocacy and communications to build staff and partner capacity.
  • Ensure compliance with NRC policies on informed consent, data protection and social media standards.
  • Strategically and ethically raise the voices of displaced people in public and policy spaces.
  • Produce evidence-based advocacy products and policy analysis.
  • Represent NRC in key national, regional and international fora.
  • Build capacity of staff and partners to amplify community voices.

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Post-graduate degree in a relevant field.
  • Minimum five years of relevant professional experience.
  • Knowledge of international legal and policy processes and instruments relating to displacement.

Skills & Competencies:

  • Advocacy strategy.
  • Policy analysis.
  • Media engagement.
  • External communications.
  • Line management.
  • Capacity building.
  • Risk analysis.
  • English fluency.

How to Apply

About Norwegian Refugee Council
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a global humanitarian organization dedicated to assisting individuals forced to flee their homes due to conflict, human rights violations, and natural disasters. Established in 1946, NRC operates in 40 countries, providing emergency aid and advocating for the rights of displaced persons.

Mission

NRC's mission is to provide emergency assistance and protect the rights of people affected by displacement, ensuring they can rebuild their lives and futures.

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