Youth RISE Seeks Expert Communications and Advocacy Lead for International Drug Policy Campaigns – Consultancy Opportunity @Consultancy Opportunity

Youth RISE Job Summary

Job Title: High Level Communications and Advocacy Programme Lead
Job Location: Fully Remote (Anywhere)
Closing Date: 7 August 2023, 23:59 GMT
Contract Duration: 4 months (with potential extension depending on funding)
Consultancy Fee: $8,332 USD for the duration of the contract
Reports To: Executive Director

Job Summary

Youth RISE is hiring a High Level Communications and Advocacy Programme Lead for a fully remote consultancy.

The successful candidate will spearhead engagement with international organizations, manage external communications, and lead high-level advocacy initiatives.

The role offers a competitive consultancy fee of $8,332 USD for four months, with the possibility of extension based on funding and performance.

About Youth RISE

Youth RISE is a youth-led organization committed to advocating for young people who use drugs and marginalized populations.

The organization seeks a dynamic professional to lead its strategic advocacy and communications efforts at national, regional, and international levels.

Essential Criteria

• Age 34 or younger at the time of application (organizational policy for youth-led teams)
• Strong understanding of Youth RISE’s work and mission
• Proven experience working in online environments
• Solution-oriented mindset with an ability to identify and address efficiency gaps

• Demonstrated project management skills, capable of managing multiple responsibilities
• Extensive experience in drug policy advocacy and human rights advocacy
• Knowledge of intersectional needs of young people who use drugs and marginalized groups

• Basic understanding of intergovernmental organizations like the UN and civil society engagement
• Non-judgmental attitude towards stigmatized populations
• High cultural competence and diplomatic skills
• Proficiency in English

• Experience with WordPress content management
• Social media content creation and editing skills (Canva preferred)
• Strong writing and editing capabilities for policy briefs, press releases, speeches, etc.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Preferred Criteria

• Lived experience as a young person who uses drugs or impacted by punitive drug policies
• Willingness to learn Canva and other digital tools
• Experience with Slack and Google Drive

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Strategic Advocacy Leadership

• Guide Youth RISE’s advocacy agenda by identifying high-impact opportunities
• Develop and oversee organizational position papers and statements for UN and regional bodies
• Support speech writing for advocacy efforts

Stakeholder Engagement

• Map and build relationships with decision-makers at local, regional, and international levels
• Elevate perspectives of young people who use drugs in policy discussions

Communications Management

• Provide strategic input on social media and website content
• Produce and review digital content, including blogs, videos, and social media posts
• Ensure all external communications align with advocacy goals

Research and Policy Dissemination

• Assist in reviewing and writing research outputs for policy impact

Organizational Compliance

• Complete monitoring, reporting, and documentation as per Youth RISE protocols
• Attend meetings, contribute to team operations, and represent Youth RISE at events

Fundraising and Sustainability

• Participate in fundraising activities to support organizational sustainability

Application Process

Please submit your CV and Cover Letter to info@youthrise.org by Friday, August 7th, 2023.

Include Programme Lead (High Level Communications and Advocacy) in the subject line.

Two professional references must be included; letters of recommendation are not required.

Additional Details

More information about the position can be found below.