Advocacy Officer

Are you passionate about politics and keeping up with latest EU developments? Do you aspire to be part of a team that helps drive meaningful change in housing policy across Europe?

Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) is a leading global non-profit organization committed to building prosperous and healthy communities by making sure everyone has a decent, safe, affordable place to call home.

We are seeking a motivated Advocacy Officer to join our CEE Program Team. In this role you will support the advocacy initiatives, mostly related to EU policy and local implementation, of the housing projects implemented by the HFHI/CEE Program Team.

This position is to be based in Bratislava, Slovakia and requires around 10% of travel.

Your main responsibilities would be:

• Drafting policy papers: Follow the EU policy processes related to the HFHI/CEE project portfolio and help develop policy papers related to energy efficiency, energy poverty and affordable housing.

• Research coordination: Coordinate research and policy paper development done by external consultants.

• Project participation & Task Leadership: Working on assigned projects by the Senior Project Manager or Regional Project Team - participating at regular calls and meetings, contributing to projects Work packages and tasks, lead work packages and tasks assigned.

• Content preparation for events: Help prepare the concept and agenda of workshops and conference sessions, help with communication with speakers.

• Networking: Support building relationships with other organizations online and with in-person networking at events.

• Grant proposal & Reporting: Contribute to grant proposal development and project reporting.

• Internal collaboration: Collaborate with a wide group of HFH internal stakeholders including the CEE Program Team members, other Area Office departments, HFH national offices in Europe, Global Advocacy Team, HFHI Brussels Team

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in public policy, European Studies, Sociology, Economy, Urban Studies or any related field (Master’s degree is preferred)

• 3 years’ experience in policy advocacy, working for the government, research coordination or any related field

• Excellent command of written and spoken English

• Experience working with NGOs is a plus

• Experience in policy research or any research related field

• Solid understanding of EU policy making

• Strong presentation and facilitation skills

• Active support of HFHI Values:

- Humility – We are part of something bigger than ourselves

- Courage – We do what’s right, even when it is difficult or unpopular

- Accountability – We take personal responsibility for Habitat’s mission

• Safeguarding: HFHI requires that all employees take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities, and all those with whom we work. Managers at all levels have responsibilities to support and develop systems that create and maintain an environment that prevents harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, safeguards the rights of beneficiaries and community members (especially children), and promotes the implementation of Habitat for Humanity’s code of conduct.

Preferred:

• Experience in representing an organization at external events and in networks

• Experience in grant proposal development and project reporting

• Work experience in a multi-cultural environment

We have a benefits package that invests in our employees’ long-term personal and professional growth and well-being. Here’s a sample of what that includes: 

• Work-Life balance: 40 hours a week with Alternative Work Schedule providing some degree of flexibility on how long, where, and when you work. 

• Meal vouchers: 8,50 € per day fully compensated by the employer. 

• Transportation, internet, and mobile phone allowance 

• Contribution to Pension scheme /DDS/ in the amount of 6% of the gross salary 

• Medical benefit (membership at ProCare or annual credit for medical expenses)  

• Multisport card or UpDejeuner benefit credit 

• Employee recognition portal  

• Extra personal days off 

• Sick days  

• Retreats and teambuilding activities organized by organization 

• Training and professional development opportunities 

• Opportunity to work for an International NGO contributing to eliminating housing poverty around the world and positively impacting millions of people annually 

• Being part of a truly international environment – working with colleagues from various parts of the world 

• Friendly and supportive working environment