Job Code: AHF-HIRE-306

Background
The Syrian NGO Alliance is a voluntary body established in April 2014, governed by membership criteria that comply with international humanitarian standards. SNA aims to effectively participate in decision-making for a better effect, qualitative, equitable, and efficient humanitarian response. The purpose is to provide a joint platform for SNGOs to collaborate and build consensus about the strategic issues confronting Syria’s Humanitarian Response. The SNA aspires to be an inclusive, representative, and independent alliance that is out in front of key humanitarian issues and recognized as a leading actor in the humanitarian community for Syria, helping to enable a functional, integrated structured response that better identifies and serves the most vulnerable.
The core function of the SNA is to facilitate coordination among members by
(a) Identifying strategic issues
(b) Advocating for common positions with a unified and consistent voice to influence policy and decision-making
(c) Sharing information, and
(d) Engaging and representing the alliance with external stakeholders at all levels

Main responsibilities of the position
Job Responsibility #1 Advocacy: 50% of the work time
The SNA Advocacy officer will design, plan, implement, monitor, evaluate, and analyze the advocacy strategy and work plan approved by the SNA General Assembly and Steering Committee in coordination with the SNA Coordinator

Job Responsibility #2 Media and communication: 30% of the work time
The SNA Advocacy officer will be responsible for all aspects of media and communication and will work closely with Media and advocacy WGs members and the outsourcing company, co-chair meetings, and encourage active engagement of SNA members in advocacy events

Job Responsibility #3 Co-leading the humanitarian coordination tasks: 20% of the work time
The SNA Advocacy officer will follow the reporting and management tasks of the Syrian NGO Alliance under the supervision of the SNA coordinator based in Turkey

Major Responsibilities
Designing and implementing of advocacy strategies for Syria’s humanitarian response, including agreed-on humanitarian and human rights issues
Work with the SNA Coordinator, SNA members, and partners to identify policymakers to influence, in-country, regionally, and internationally
Work with the SNA members and related networks in developing key messages for different stakeholders extending SNA outreach to different audiences
Develop media/advocacy campaigns, draft and disseminate newsletters, and press releases in English and Arabic
Enhancing and expanding SNA outreach and communication channels with the different stakeholders (UN Agencies, INGOs, SNGOs, CSOs, Networks, Governments, donors, media, and officials … etc.)
Support in developing and maintaining active working relationships with policy and advocacy colleagues in SNA partner organizations and other Syrian and International NGOs, and help in exploring formal or semi-formal partnership opportunities with policy and research institutions
Track humanitarian community-wide reports, policy briefs, published advocacy letters and statements, and other related materials, screening them and providing the SNA Coordinator with weekly briefs
Develop appropriate visibility materials including written stories, videos, web, etc
Prepare briefing papers/ advocacy statements and talking points as required, keep accurate records of media activities, and produce reports on SNA.
Communicate with media and act as SNA spokesperson as necessary (as assigned when necessary).
Represent the SNA in meetings, committees, and fora as requested.
Attend all relevant internal meetings and take minutes when necessary.
Assists in the preparation, writing, and editing of different reports
Follow up on the signature of advocacy letters and initiatives from SNA members and partners
Create online and offline advocacy archives for SNA efforts
Manage SNA Website and Social Media accounts
Developing and maintaining a contact list of all actors in the Syrian crisis as possible, including donors, UN representatives, NGOs, and coordination bodies
Facilitate media interviews for SNA Coordinator or SNA SC members
Performs other related duties as assigned
Respect and apply all the PSEA principles and show high commitment to report any SEA action
Note: the above-mentioned vital responsibilities/accountabilities are illustrative ones. Other future responsibilities/accountability may be assigned to the job depending on the department’s organizational

Key Working Relationships
Position reports to: SNA Coordinator.
Position directly supervises: SNA officer.
Other Internal and/or external contacts: Coordinates as appropriate with Communication and Advocacy colleagues in Syrian and International NGOs and fora at Turkey level, including SNA advocacy workgroup members. Coordinates with SNA colleagues (information management, media officer) to achieve the assigned targets and objectives.

Job Requirements
Education
At least a University degree, communications / journalism / conflict related studies or any other relevant field of study
Work Experience
Minimum 4 years of experience in advocacy, communications, and humanitarian coordination roles, preferably within the context of humanitarian crises or conflict zones
Proven track record of designing, implementing, and evaluating advocacy strategies and work plans, including experience in monitoring and analyzing their effectiveness
Demonstrated experience in media and communication, including developing and disseminating content across various platforms and engaging with media outlets
Experience in co-chairing meetings and facilitating discussions among diverse stakeholders, preferably within the NGO or humanitarian sector
Strong understanding of humanitarian coordination mechanisms, including experience in managing tasks related to humanitarian response and coordinationPrevious experience working with or for Syrian NGOs or within the Syrian humanitarian context is highly desirable
Experience in supervising and leading teams is an asset
This work experience requirement aligns with the main responsibilities of the SNA Advocacy officer position, focusing on advocacy, media and communication, and humanitarian coordination tasks within the Syrian NGO Alliance

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies
Self-motivated and Team Player
Demonstrated experience in the Syria humanitarian context
Promote and model a positive, professional, and respectful office culture
Proficiency in the use of computer applications related to the tasks is essential
Strong communication and writing skills
Fluency in English is required, and proficiency in Arabic is highly desirable
Ability to create new ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including creative contributions
Capacity to innovate and solve problems
Ability to trave

Any additional requirement
Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Al-Sham Humanitarian Foundation is committed to achieving diversity in the workforce in terms of gender, nationality, and culture. Individuals from minority groups, Indigenous groups, and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.
For work needs, only candidates who hold a Turkish ID or legally able to work in Turkey will be considered.

Disclaimer Clause
This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skills, effort, duties and responsibilities associated with a position.

Working Environment
Standard office work environment. Up to 10% travel required.