Location: Asia where Oxfam has a presence and can establish an employment contract
Contract: Fixed term until March 2025
One Oxfam Grade: C1
Salary and benefits: in line with Oxfam values and according to location
Candidates must have and be able to retain the legal right to work in the location of the role. We are not able to support the relocation of a candidate to take up the position in an Oxfam location.
Flexible working: We believe flexible working is key to building the Secretariat of the future, so we’re open to talking through the type of working arrangements that might work for you
The Role
Oxfam International Regional Platform -Asia is looking for a Regional Feminist LHL Advisor who supports in building strong feminist local humanitarian leadership across the region anchored in country and programmatic investments, the continuing process of learning and engaging with a wider network of stakeholders especially women’s rights organizations (WROs), and further exploring innovative ways of strengthening and building new forms of partnerships. This role will work with country teams, affiliates and WROs to embed Oxfam’s philosophy and strategy of LHL and through a commitment to feminist approach to local humanitarian leadership. Oxfam’s portfolio of work in Asia is transforming to a more diversified portfolio and the postholder is expected to adopt a ‘networked way of working’ to ensure maximum impact.
Who we’re looking for
A Regional Feminist LHL Advisor with Masters or equivalent degree in Development Studies or similar subjects or substantive years of work experience that provide strong knowledge in the field. S/he should have at least 5 years’ experience of humanitarian response and/or development work, especially gender and development and/or women’s rights, sufficient to develop significant expertise in the practical implementation of theoretical knowledge and at least 2 years’ partnership management with demonstrated experience in connecting with local civil society organizations in particular and a sound understanding of engagement with governments
What we offer
This role will give you an opportunity to make a difference in Oxfam Asia Regional Platform, to act as key contributor to Programme Strategy and Impact team in Asia. At Oxfam, we believe that every aspect of our work can lead to a positive outcome. If you have the same opinion, together with the ability to meet the challenges involved, this role offers scope for immense personal fulfilment – as well as outstanding opportunities to develop your career.
Oxfam is committed to providing a fair compensation package and to providing a flexible, supportive, working environment
How to apply
Please upload an up-to-date CV and a covering letter, clearly explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile
Those who have applied before need not apply.
Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted- usually within 2 weeks of the closing date.