Job Title: | Programme Officer |
Contract Type: | One-year full-time contract with the ability for renewal - based on the availability of funding. |
| Hybrid work, including periodic physical meetings in London. |
| 28 days' paid annual leave. |
Salary Range: | 25,000 – 30,000 £ based on experience and location. This will be discussed upon a successful interview. |
Background:
The Syrian British Consortium (SBC) is a self-funded, award-winning and UK-based Syrian advocacy body which works towards establishing a channel of communication amongst diaspora-based Syrians and building a platform that amplifies their voices with the UK Government, Parliament and international policy-makers.
The SBC promotes the empowerment of Syrians in British society, while directly engaging with the UK Government and Parliament to adopt policies addressing the root causes of the Syrian crisis, and advocating for accountability for perpetrators of war crimes and crimes against humanity. The SBC consists of many prominent UK-based Syrian figures from diverse backgrounds, including medical doctors, academics, lawyers, journalists, filmmakers, human rights activists and business persons.
Since its establishment, the SBC has managed to influence UK policies towards Syria regarding the UK humanitarian aid, funding mechanisms, political priorities and its justice and accountability measures. This has been achieved by building strong bridges with UK’s FCDO teams, and cabinet and shadow ministers, in addition to other members of parliament across all political parties.
With this newly created role, which will be part of the senior leadership team, you can help us develop and implement our advocacy, outreach and community engagement strategies alongside passionate and dedicated members of our team.
Responsibilities:
Contributing to the development of SBC’s advocacy, outreach and community engagement plans and strategies, in collaboration with the SBC’s leadership team.
Communicating with SBC’s national, regional and international partners and associates, including Syrian-led and international CSOs, NGOs, civic alliances and other diaspora groups.
Leading SBC’s social media platforms, administrative tasks and most external communications.
Assisting SBC’s leadership team with public statements.
Researching policy briefs and position papers.
Organising high-level meetings with the UK’s government officials and members of parliament, in collaboration with the SBC’s leadership team.
Organising and engaging with public events, such as webinars, seminars and campaigns.
Requirements:
3 – 5 years of working experience in the Syrian context. A prior experience with advocacy campaigns is preferable.
Fluency in both English and Arabic, with confident communication skills, written and verbal.
Experience in establishing and managing effective working relationships with people across varied levels and experiences.
Excellent ability in research, writing reports and developing policies.
An ability to frequently visit London on short notice. Living in close proximity of London is preferable. (all work-related transportation costs will be covered by the SBC).
All candidates must have a valid work permit in the UK.
How to apply:
The SBC adopts working principles to support and further our equality, diversity and inclusion objectives. Therefore, we encourage candidates from all backgrounds and social identities to apply for this exciting new position.
If you are a proactive, creative and cause-driven individual who believes in SBC’s pillars of establishing a democratic and inclusive Syria, please send: 1) your C.V, 2) a cover letter (no longer than 1000 words in English) and 3) the contact details of at least one work-related reference, to the following email:
info@syrianbritish.org (subject: “[Your Full Name] – SBCPO24”)
Closing date: midnight on 30 August 2024
Online interviews are likely to be held between: 16 - 20 September 2024
A successful candidate should expect to start his/her role within October or November 2024. The exact starting date will be discussed with the successful candidate during an interview.
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