Call for Applications: Head of Advocacy Department

Description: 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of FRH’s advocacy strategy and annual action plan.
• Supervise the advocacy and communications team, ensuring effective coordination and accountability.
• Ensure quality control of all advocacy materials and outputs before dissemination.
• Lead and coordinate legislative and policy reform initiatives with parliamentarians, ministries, and partners.
• Oversee public advocacy campaigns, media engagement, and communication strategies.
• Represent FRH in national, regional, and international policy and advocacy platforms.
• Develop and apply an advocacy monitoring and evaluation framework with clear indicators.
• Ensure compliance with FRH policies and donor requirements across departmental operations.

Personal Attributes and Professional Demeanor

• Serious, firm, and reliable, demonstrating sound judgment and decisiveness.
• Ethical and discreet, able to manage sensitive information with integrity.
• Confident and composed in high-pressure and public environments.
• Analytical and strategic, with strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Inspirational and disciplined leader, capable of motivating diverse teams.
• Resilient and adaptable, maintaining professionalism in changing contexts.
• Collaborative and respectful, promoting teamwork and constructive dialogue.

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s degree in Law, International Relations, Political Science, Human Rights, or a related field.
• Minimum 5–7 years of relevant experience in advocacy, policy, or human rights, including at least 4 years in a managerial role.
• Proven experience leading advocacy strategies, legislative initiatives, and team management.
• Strong understanding of Lebanese and international human rights frameworks and mechanisms.
• Excellent written and spoken Arabic and English.
• Demonstrated leadership, strategic thinking, and professionalism.

Terms of Employment

• Full-time position based in Beirut, Lebanon, renewable subject to performance and funding availability.
• Probation Period: Three (3) months from the date of hire, subject to performance evaluation and confirmation
• Reporting to the Executive Director

About US

Ruwad alHoukouk FR is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting marginalized populations and promoting human rights. We implement impactful programmes across multiple sectors and work closely with communities to create meaningful change.