Advocacy and Communications Advisor

WHO ARE WE?

The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunity for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for the fulfillment of the wish to return home. The Danish Refugee Council was founded in Denmark in 1956, and has since grown to become an international humanitarian organization with more than 7,000 staff and 8,000 volunteers. Our vision is a dignified life for all displaced. All of our efforts are based on our value compass: humanity, respect, independence and neutrality, participation, and honesty and transparency.

ABOUT THE JOB

The Advocacy and Communications Advisor support DRC Afghanistan’s strategic vision and programmatic goals through effective advocacy, external relations, and communications. The role leads the development and implementation of advocacy strategies that promote DRC’s humanitarian priorities and secures operational space. S/he ensures that DRC’s messages are coherent, compelling, and aligned with organizational standards, targeting donors, policymakers, partners, and the wider public.

Responsibilities:

Advocacy

• Lead thematic and geographic advocacy initiatives aligned with DRC’s country and global priorities.
• Produce high quality advocacy products including briefings, reports, talking points, and analysis.
• Develop, coordinate, and sustain relationships with key humanitarian, development, government, and donor stakeholders.
• Provide timely analysis and strategic advice on the humanitarian and political environment to inform advocacy priorities.
• Support and represent DRC in humanitarian coordination mechanisms, platforms, and donor forums (e.g., Advocacy working group, Gender Coordination group, Durable Solutions Working group, etc.).
• Facilitate internal alignment ensuring program teams integrate advocacy priorities into implementation.
• Work closely with HQ, Hub, and EU offices to ensure Afghanistan is actively represented and that all colleagues are well informed on key priorities across all DRC levels.

Communications

• Develop and implement communication strategies promoting DRC’s work and impact in Afghanistan.
• Produce high quality communications materials such as media talking points, blogs, press releases, and social media content.
• Support crisis communications and reactive messaging as needed, coordinating closely with HQ communications teams.
• Enhance DRC’s visibility and external engagement through media relations and advocacy campaigns.

 

Capacity Building & Coordination

• Provide training, coaching, and mentoring to program staff and partners on advocacy and communications best practices.
• Lead coordination efforts with other NGOs and partners for joint advocacy and messaging when appropriate.
• Monitor and evaluate advocacy and communications activities to measure impact and improve strategies.

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in this role you must have:

Experience and technical competencies: 

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in humanitarian advocacy and communications, ideally with experience in protracted displacement and conflict settings.
• Strong knowledge of humanitarian principles, international law and coordination mechanisms.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English; knowledge of local languages is an asset.
• Proven ability to work in complex, sensitive, and multi-stakeholder environments.
• Ability to synthesize complex information and present it in accessible formats.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to influence, negotiate, and build partnerships.

Education/qualifications:

• University degree in international relations, communication, social sciences, or related field.

Languages:

• English (Full Professional Proficiency)

We Offer:

• Salary and conditions will be in accordance with DRC salary scale

Application process:

Application process: Interested? Then apply for this position by clicking on the below link. All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages). Both must be in the same language.

Note. only applications ( CV) will not be considered.

 

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