Advocacy Assistant
Applications for this vacancy closed on 12 August 2024 at 12:00PM
**About the role**
The Department of Social Policy and Intervention wishes to appoint a full-time
Advocacy Assistant for the Global Parenting Initiative (GPI), led by Dr Jamie
Lachman and Professor Lucie Cluver. This is an excellent opportunity to join a
vibrant research team and contribute to improving outcomes for high-risk
children and adolescents in low- and middle-income countries.
The GPI aims to meet the urgent need for scaled-up and sustained evidence-
based interventions that promote playful parenting and learning through play,
and prevent sexual, physical, and emotional violence against children in the
Global South.
The Advocacy Assistant will primarily be involved in supporting the advocacy
and policy engagement for evidence-based parenting programmes. The postholder
will be have the opportunity to improve and develop internal systems and
procedures and support the GPI team to achieve its aims.
**About you**
You will have strong communication skills and be confident building
collaborative relationships with a wide range of stakeholders across the
globe. You will be able to work independently and as a part of a team with
excellent organisational and time management skills. Experience supporting
research and analysis would be desirable.
This is a fixed-term post until 31 December 2025.
The Department of Social Policy and Intervention holds a Bronze Athena Swan
Award which demonstrates our commitment towards advancement of gender equality
in higher education and research institutions: equal opportunities,
representation and success for all.
**How to apply**
As part of your application you will be required to upload a CV and supporting
statement, along with the name and contact details of two referees. The
supporting statement should explain how you meet the essential criteria for
the post using clear examples. Further information, including how to apply, is
available in the attached job description. Any further enquires may be
directed to the email address below.
Only online applications received by 12.00 noon on 12 August 2024 will be
considered. Interviews will be held on 27 August 2024.
The Department of Social Policy and Intervention wishes to appoint a full-time
Advocacy Assistant for the Global Parenting Initiative (GPI), led by Dr Jamie
Lachman and Professor Lucie Cluver. This is an excellent opportunity to join a
vibrant research team and contribute to improving outcomes for high-risk
children and adolescents in low- and middle-income countries.
The GPI aims to meet the urgent need for scaled-up and sustained evidence-
based interventions that promote playful parenting and learning through play,
and prevent sexual, physical, and emotional violence against children in the
Global South.
The Advocacy Assistant will primarily be involved in supporting the advocacy
and policy engagement for evidence-based parenting programmes. The postholder
will be have the opportunity to improve and develop internal systems and
procedures and support the GPI team to achieve its aims.
**About you**
You will have strong communication skills and be confident building
collaborative relationships with a wide range of stakeholders across the
globe. You will be able to work independently and as a part of a team with
excellent organisational and time management skills. Experience supporting
research and analysis would be desirable.
This is a fixed-term post until 31 December 2025.
The Department of Social Policy and Intervention holds a Bronze Athena Swan
Award which demonstrates our commitment towards advancement of gender equality
in higher education and research institutions: equal opportunities,
representation and success for all.
**How to apply**
As part of your application you will be required to upload a CV and supporting
statement, along with the name and contact details of two referees. The
supporting statement should explain how you meet the essential criteria for
the post using clear examples. Further information, including how to apply, is
available in the attached job description. Any further enquires may be
directed to the email address below.
Only online applications received by 12.00 noon on 12 August 2024 will be
considered. Interviews will be held on 27 August 2024.
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**About the role**
The Department of Social Policy and Intervention wishes to appoint a full-time Advocacy Assistant for the Global Parenting Initiative (GPI), led by Dr Jamie Lachman and Professor Lucie Cluver. This is an excellent opportunity to join a vibrant research team and contribute to improving outcomes for high-risk children and adolescents in low- and middle-income countries. The GPI aims to meet the urgent need for scaled-up and sustained evidence- based interventions that promote playful parenting and learning through play, and prevent sexual, physical, and emotional violence against children in the Global South. The Advocacy Assistant will primarily be ... About the role The Department of Social Policy and Intervention wishes to appoint a full-time Advocacy Assistant for the Global Parenting Initiative (GPI), led by Dr Jamie Lachman and Professor Lucie Cluver. This is an excellent opportunity to join a vibrant research team and contribute to improving outcomes for high-risk children and adolescents in low- and middle-income countries. The GPI aims to meet the urgent need for scaled-up and sustained evidence-based interventions that promote playful parenting and learning through play, and prevent sexual, physical, and emotional violence against children in the Global South. The Advocacy Assistant will primarily be ... |
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