OIRP-MENA5 - Senior Inequality Policy Adviser-Re-advertised

Oxfam works in 10 countries in the MENA region, part of Oxfam’s global network of affiliates, advocacy offices and programs and part of the Oxfam International management line. The MENA Regional Influencing Team, sitting at the Regional Platform, leads on Oxfam’s regional advocacy and campaigns agenda. The Team works together with regional colleagues, country offices, partners across the region and global stakeholders to deliver on Oxfam’s influencing mandate, ensure policy coherence across the region.

The Role

Oxfam International-MENA is looking for Senior Inequality Policy Adviser who enjoys big picture thinking, working collaboratively and engaging in a wide range of actors across the region and globally on advocacy work – including public campaigning and private lobby efforts. The role will provide strategic policy steer and thought leadership in helping to shape and share our regional narrative around inequalities, and to help link Oxfam’s country-level advocacy work with our global campaigns and networks. The senior inequality policy advisor will be responsible for leading the inequality work and advocacy in the MENA region.

Who we’re looking for

A person with University degree in economics, sociology, political science, or related fields but professional experience will be considered in lieu of academic record. A  proven track record of developing and delivering policy and advocacy work at a multi-national level, in either public engagement or private lobby contexts (some experience in both preferred).Additionally , the person must have Strong research background, ideally in mixed method research, Knowledge in socio-economic policy such as fiscal policy, social protection, labour or related fields and Solid knowledge of political economy and human rights in the MENA region.

What we offer

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 a flexible 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 Description

Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted- usually within 2 weeks of the closing date.

About us

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.

That means we tackle the inequality that keeps people poor. Together we save, protect and rebuild lives. When disaster strikes, we help people build better lives for themselves, and for others. We take on issues like land rights, climate change and discrimination against women. And we won’t stop until every person on the planet can enjoy life free from poverty.

We are an international confederation of 20 organizations (affiliates) plus the Oxfam International Secretariat, working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries.

All our work is led by our core values: Empowerment, Accountability, Inclusiveness, Courage, Solidarity and Equality.

Our commitment to safeguarding

Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behavior at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

Note: All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and may be subject to appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam International Secretariat also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.  In line with this Scheme, if a job applicant has been employed by another member of the scheme, we will request information from that organization about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Oxfam International is an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity and inclusion within the workplace.