MenEngage Alliance has announced a new opportunity for professionals passionate about gender justice, feminist advocacy, and transforming masculinities. The global network is currently recruiting an Advocacy Officer to join its Global Secretariat team on a one-year fixed-term contract.

The fully remote position offers qualified candidates the opportunity to contribute to international advocacy efforts focused on advancing gender equality and influencing policy change at national, regional, and global levels.

About the Opportunity

The Advocacy Officer role is designed for individuals with strong advocacy, policy, and communication skills who are committed to applying intersectional feminist approaches to work involving men and boys. The successful candidate will support MenEngage Alliance’s global advocacy initiatives by helping shape strategies, coordinate campaigns, and produce impactful policy materials.

According to the organisation, the position requires someone capable of translating feminist analysis into practical advocacy that can influence decision-makers, institutions, and public policy processes.

The selected candidate will work closely with the MenEngage Global Secretariat team, which currently operates across 10 different time zones worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

The Advocacy Officer will play an important role in strengthening MenEngage Alliance’s global policy and advocacy work. Responsibilities are expected to include:

Monitoring international and regional policy developments
Coordinating advocacy initiatives and campaigns
Supporting movement-building efforts for gender justice
Developing policy briefs, statements, and advocacy materials
Strengthening partnerships and collective action strategies
Supporting engagement with policymakers and stakeholders
Advancing initiatives focused on transforming harmful masculinities

The role will also involve collaborating with diverse global partners and civil society organisations working in areas related to gender equality, social justice, human rights, and feminist movement-building.

Commitment to Gender Justice and Inclusion

MenEngage Alliance emphasised that the organisation is deeply committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. Applications are strongly encouraged from individuals across all genders, races, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, and social backgrounds.

The organisation particularly welcomes applications from historically marginalised and underrepresented communities, reflecting its broader commitment to intersectional feminist principles and social justice.

Fully Remote Global Role

One of the major highlights of the opportunity is its fully remote structure. The Advocacy Officer can work from any location globally, making the role accessible to qualified professionals from different regions and countries.

As part of the Global Secretariat, the selected candidate will join a distributed international team collaborating virtually across multiple continents and time zones.

The remote setup reflects the organisation’s global operational model and commitment to accessible international collaboration.

About MenEngage Alliance

MenEngage Alliance is a global network focused on engaging men and boys in advancing gender equality and promoting social justice. The alliance works with activists, organisations, and networks worldwide to challenge patriarchal norms, prevent gender-based violence, and support feminist movements.

The organisation’s work spans several areas, including:

Gender justice advocacy
Transforming masculinities
Sexual and reproductive health and rights
Preventing violence against women and girls
Promoting care work and equitable relationships
Human rights and social justice initiatives

Through its global partnerships and advocacy work, MenEngage Alliance continues to contribute to international conversations on gender equality and inclusive social transformation.

Eligibility and Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate for the Advocacy Officer role should demonstrate:

Strong understanding of intersectional feminist frameworks
Experience in policy advocacy and campaigning
Excellent communication and writing skills
Knowledge of global gender justice issues
Ability to work in multicultural and remote environments
Experience collaborating with civil society organisations and advocacy networks

Candidates with experience in international development, human rights, public policy, or gender-focused advocacy are likely to be well-positioned for the opportunity.

Application Deadline

Interested candidates must submit their applications before:

18 May 2026
5:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST)

Late applications may not be considered.

Why This Opportunity Matters

As conversations around gender equality and social justice continue to evolve globally, organisations such as MenEngage Alliance play an increasingly important role in shaping policy discussions and community engagement strategies.

This Advocacy Officer position offers professionals an opportunity to contribute directly to international feminist advocacy efforts while working within a globally recognised network focused on systemic change and inclusive leadership.

The role is particularly relevant for individuals seeking to build careers in global advocacy, gender justice, policy engagement, and international civil society work.

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