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Head of Advocacy, 1001 Critical Days Foundation
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About the Role
We are looking for a highly motivated proven team player to join our ambitious and fast-growing international charity with a mission to build a better world for babies where governments prioritise the 1,001 critical days as the foundation for a healthy society. The 1,001 critical days – from pregnancy to age two – is the time when the building blocks for lifelong emotional and physical wellbeing are laid down. We deliver our mission by funding what works, acting on evidence, and driving change through advocacy.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced international advocacy professional to lead our global engagement strategy as our inaugural Head of Advocacy. You will be joining us at a pivotal moment on our mission as we continue to develop and implement our international engagement strategy and launch a new Global Institute for the 1001 Critical Days. As our Head of Advocacy you will elevate our influence on the global stage. You will work with our senior team to drive international advocacy and engagement with policymakers, parliamentarians, international organisations, and strategic partners. Your work will help us to position babies – and the 1,001 critical days – at the heart of global policy agendas.
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Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate the Foundation’s relationships with leaders around the world.
- Keep abreast of policy developments in our target international countries and lead our international advocacy efforts.
- Work closely with our Chief Executive Officer and Executive Chair, develop partnerships that extend our reach and deepen our impact.
- Help us to bring the voice of babies to partners around the world.
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About You
- Experienced international engagement professional.
- Exceptional mission-driven communicator.
- Looking for your next big challenge.
Our Team
You will join a close-knit team that punches above its weight, with real influence on policy affecting millions of babies worldwide.
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