Regional Feminist Local Humanitarian Leadership Advisor

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.