Save the Children invites applications for the above-mentioned position. Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply. Minimum requirements will be flexible for the potential female candidates. 

The greatest motivation for you could be the opportunity to be a part of Save the Children, the world’s leading independent organization for children. In Bangladesh, we have been working for last 53 years with impactful presence and reputation. We invite applications from potential candidates who have experience in Advocacy related activities. Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply. Minimum requirements will be flexible for the potential female candidates. 

The Opportunity

The Senior Officer - Advocacy will closely collaborate with the Anticipatory Action program, technical, and implementing partners to ensure high-quality, result-oriented field operations. Responsibilities include providing national/local advocacy for Anticipatory Action, DRR, Climate Change, and Emergency Response. The position involves effective communication and coordination with different ministries and departments, technical partners (RIMES), as well as Anticipatory Action working groups. The goal is to develop an advocacy strategy and communication plan to expedite multi-hazard efforts, establish national protocols, Anticipatory Action Plans, and guidelines, and advocate for overall Early Warning System strengthening.

The role requires maintaining collaborative liaisons with local government line departments, the Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD), the Department of Disaster Management (DDM), Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Livelihood, Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief (MoDMR), START Network, BDRCS, FAO, WFP-lead OCHA AA response Consortium, STEP and SUFAL consortium, Anticipation HUB platform, Youth and Children forum and networks, and DRR/CCA/AA National actors. Key responsibilities also include supporting quality donor report writing, implementing the communication and advocacy strategy, MEAL framework for the Anticipatory Action program, and managing early warning message dissemination/campaigns while maintaining organizational branding. The position involves collecting and sharing best practices and learning evidence in the Anticipation HUB to promote Save the Children Bangladesh's Anticipatory Action initiatives to national/global audiences.

Qualifications and Experience

• At least 5 years of professional experience in advocacy role, preferably in Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and Climate Change Adaptation (CCA), Emergency response, Recovery and Anticipatory Action programme.
• Clear understanding on Anticipatory Action, DRR, Climate Change, resilience programming, strong knowledge of development and emergencies field dimension and global movement.
• Working experience as a Knowledge Management professional, Analyst, and Researcher would be added value.
• Solid understanding and knowledge of Humanitarian Architecture, National/ Global drivers of DRR, CCA, Anticipatory Action, Emergency, and social development programming.
• Proficient in crafting and executing impactful communication strategies for diverse audiences.
• ability to build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders.
• Skillful in analyzing policies and developing persuasive advocacy materials.
• Strong report writing and communication skills and ability to write clearly and concisely.
• Experience in content development and audio-visual documentation.
• Having Strong coordination, negotiation, mobilizing and facilitation skills.
• Ability to support and encouragement of knowledge sharing across the projects as a team player and capacity to portray great innovation,
• Financial/budget management skills.
• Strong management and supervision skills have proven facilitation and training capacity.
• Master’s Degree, preferably in Social Sciences/Economics/Disaster Management /Development Studies /Environmental Science/Urban and Regional Planning/Mass Communication/ International Relationships/ Journalism or related discipline from a reputed public university.

The Organisation

We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard. 

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

• No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
• All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
• Violence against children is no longer tolerated.

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

Please apply using a cover letter and an up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations.

For a detailed job description and to apply online, please visit:
https://hcri.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/13010

Application deadline: June 03, 2025

Only short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview

‘Save the Children promotes diversity in its workforce.’

We need to keep children safe, so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.