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Events and Administration Intern

International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF)

Location:

Belgium

Belgium
Remuneration:

EUR 1,300 EUR / monthly
Posted on:

29/05/2026

Deadline to apply:

14/06/2026

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Events and Administration Intern

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International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF)

Career category: Admin
Job type: Internship
Experience level: Other (specified in job description)
Organisation type: Civil Society
Remote option: No
Right to work requirements: Right to work required in advance
Remuneration: EUR 1,300 EUR / monthly
Work schedule: Part-time/ Pro-rata

Health Movement building Sexual & reproductive rights (SRHR)

About us

IPPF is a global movement delivering sexual and reproductive health services and rights. We are a diverse, feminist, and values-driven workplace - multi-national, multi-cultural, multi-racial, multi-lingual, and intergenerational.

Role Purpose

To provide efficient and effective administrative and logistical support to the Regional Office and contribute to the office management.

Deliverables

Events logistics

To help with the logistics with conference centers/hotels/ providers, ensure equipment and meeting supplies ordered and delivered on time
To organize travel and per diems for the participants and consultants and inform them of the logistics details
To assist in the preparation of meeting handouts and presentations
Create budgets for events
Assist in the consideration of safeguarding in the organization of events

Travel

To organize travel and related logistics for office staff, consultants and volunteers
Provide administrative and logistics support for IPPF staff missions to other IPPF offices and/or Member Associations
Process payment requisitions and calculate travel advances

General office administrative duties and office management support

To help with a range of office management tasks, including supplies & services, ensure follow up and office maintenance, ensure reception and telephone duties
To perform other duties as agreed with supervisor
Take collective responsibility for safeguarding

Essential Skills

Right to work in Belgium
In case of a work permit linked to a residence permit, please upload a copy of the work and residence permit with your application in the "other" section.
Interest and/or (volunteer) experience in events management.
Interest in SRHR work, human rights and/or international relations and development

Desirable Skills

Fluent in English (written and spoken), French is an asset;
Excellent computer skills: MS Office365, database, electronic filing systems, Canva;
Excellent organizational skills;
Ability to work under pressure, good time management, punctual;
Strong interpersonal skills and able to work in a multicultural environment;
High attention to detail
Ability to multitask and show initiative;
A team player mindset;
Commitment to gender equality, sexual and reproductive health and rights, non-discrimination and diversity, and young people and youth participation are a must

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Consultancy

Freelance Disability Consultant

Split Banana

Location:

United Kingdom

United Kingdom
Remuneration:

GBP 300 GBP / daily
Posted on:

28/05/2026

Deadline to apply:

Open till filled

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Freelance Disability Consultant

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Split Banana

Hybrid

Career category: Programme/ Project design & management, Training
Job type: Consultancy
Organisation type: Civil Society
Remote option: Hybrid
Right to work requirements: Nationals-only contract
Remuneration: GBP 300 GBP / daily
Work schedule: Part-time/ Pro-rata
Length of contract: Temporary/ Fixed-term

Diversity, Equality and Inclusion (DEI)

Next year, we will deliver the RSE Leadership Programme in Bristol for youth practitioners
working with SEND young people across both school and community settings, including
youth clubs, residentials, community groups, and SEND schools. The programme will place
a particular emphasis on practitioners from non-school settings, who will make up the
majority of the cohort.
We are seeking an expert consultant to assist with the research, adaptation, design and
delivery of this programme.

The role will support us with...
1. Providing expert insight
● Providing up-to-date information on current legislation, research and best
practise in RSE with regards to supporting learning disabled young people in
a non-school setting.

2. Research with young people in non-school SEND settings
● Helping us to understand the needs of young people with autism, down
syndrome and who are learning disabled.
● Design, deliver and synthesise insights from co-creation workshops with
young people.
● Sharing knowledge of ethical research considerations.
3. Building partnerships across the sector
● Helping us to connect with disability experts and organisations in Bristol who
might be interested in joining the programme.
● Strengthening our network of diverse stakeholders.
4. Curriculum development and adaptation

● Adapting our current RSE Leadership Programme for SEND schools to SEND
non-school settings.

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Job

Project Officer

Strategic Initiative for Women in the Horn of Africa (SIHA)

Location:

Sudan

Sudan
Remuneration:

Remuneration not disclosed
Posted on:

28/05/2026

Deadline to apply:

08/06/2026

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Project Officer

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Strategic Initiative for Women in the Horn of Africa (SIHA)

Career category: Programme/ Project design & management
Job type: Job
Experience level: 5-10 years
Organisation type: Civil Society
Remote option: No
Right to work requirements: Right to work required in advance
Remuneration: Remuneration not disclosed
Work schedule: Full-time
Length of contract: Temporary/ Fixed-term

Movement building

Job Purpose:

The Project Officer is responsible for the overall management and delivery of assigned projects across SIHA South Sudan. The role leads planning, implementation, coordination, and donor reporting, while ensuring quality, compliance, and alignment with SIHA’s programmatic priorities. The Project Officer also oversees subgrating components within assigned projects and provides guidance and support to Project Assistants/Associates to ensure effective and timely implementation.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the planning and implementation of assigned projects across multiple locations, ensuring delivery in line with approved workplans, budgets, and donor requirements.
Lead the development and review of Activity Concept & Budget Requests (ABRs), ensuring alignment with project objectives and budgets.
Take full responsibility for activity & donor reporting, including coordinating inputs, drafting narrative reports, and ensuring timely, high-quality submissions.
Coordinate and oversee all subgranting components within assigned projects, including design, selection processes, and overall management of subgrants.
Participate in donor engagements, including meetings, briefings, and presentations, and support relationship management by providing timely updates on project progress and results.
Provide technical guidance and oversight to Project Assistants/Associates to ensure quality implementation and alignment with SIHA standards.
Monitor project progress across locations, identify risks or delays, and take corrective actions to ensure targets are met.
Coordinate closely with MEL, Finance, Advocacy, and Communications teams to ensure alignment in implementation, reporting, visibility, and documentation of project results.
Ensure overall compliance and accountability across projects, including oversight of documentation, reporting, and adherence to SIHA procedures.

Qualifications and Experience

Education

This is a national position, and candidate must have knowledge of the local context and can speak local juba Arabic.
Bachelor’s degree in development studies, Social Sciences, International Relations, Gender Studies, Project Management, Political Science, Human Rights, or related field, Master’s degree is an added advantage.
Knowledge of CSO ecosystem in south Sudan and feminist approach to implementation is an added advantage .

Experience

Minimum 5 years of progressive experience managing development, humanitarian, advocacy, or women’s rights programmes.
Demonstrated experience in project management, donor reporting, grants/subgrant management, and stakeholder engagement.
Experience working in South Sudan or fragile/conflict settings is strongly preferred.
Experience engaging with women’s rights organizations, civil society, or movement-building initiatives is desirable.

Key Competencies

Strong coordination and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure and in insecure environments.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
High level of integrity, confidentiality, and accountability.
Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multicultural teams.
Sensitivity to gender, cultural, and social dynamics in fragile contexts.
Commitment to feminist principles, women’s rights, and social justice.

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Job

Alliance Director (EMHP)

Solace Women's Aid

Location:

United Kingdom

United Kingdom
Remuneration:

GBP 56,000 GBP / yearly
Posted on:

27/05/2026

Deadline to apply:

08/06/2026

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Alliance Director (EMHP)

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Solace Women's Aid

Hybrid

Career category: Business development, Partnership, Programme/ Project design & management
Job type: Job
Organisation type: Civil Society
Remote option: Hybrid
Right to work requirements: Right to work required in advance
Remuneration: GBP 56,000 GBP / yearly
Work schedule: Full-time
Length of contract: Permanent

GBV / VAWG

Are you looking for a rewarding role working for an intersectional feminist organisation? If so, we have an incredible opportunity for you to join our team as an Alliance Director (EHMP) at Solace Women's Aid.

You will be joining a team of committed and inspiring individuals whose dedication has saved the lives of thousands of women, men and children in the capital. We are looking for friendly and diligent individuals to join our services and help us make a difference.

About the Service

Solace are one of seven members of the Enhanced Mental Health Pathfinder (EMHP) Alliance. The EMHP Alliance aims to improve care for adult victims and survivors of sexual assault and abuse with multiple complex trauma-related mental health needs, enabling recovery, healing and long-term wellbeing. To achieve this, the Pathfinder will strengthen collaboration between statutory and voluntary sector services, improve identification of complex trauma-related needs and develop the capacity and pathways required to deliver timely, sustained and trauma informed support.

About the Role

The Alliance Director (AD) will play a pivotal and inspiring leadership role at the heart of the Alliance Leadership Team, driving the Enhanced Mental Health Pathfinders Alliance forward with clarity and purpose. As a champion of the Alliance’s vision, the AD will be instrumental in turning ambition into impact.

Through dynamic and hands-on leadership, the AD will foster a powerful sense of unity, collaboration, and shared purpose across the Enhanced Mental Health Pathways Alliance. They will lead with energy and conviction, bringing partners together to work cohesively and effectively toward transformative outcomes.

Overseeing every aspect of the Alliance’s planning, delivery, governance, and continuous evolution, the AD will ensure that the Alliance not only operates with excellence today, but is constantly learning, adapting, and strengthening for the future. This is a role that demands both strategic vision and practical action, one that will shape and sustain a bold, collaborative approach to improving mental health pathways and making a lasting difference.

About You

The ideal candidate will be an exceptional, values-driven leader someone who brings not only expertise, but genuine passion for making a difference. You will thrive in navigating complexity, confidently leading ambitious programmes and driving meaningful, system-wide improvement that transforms lives.

With outstanding skills in project management, financial stewardship, organisational coordination, and communication, you will be the driving force that keeps the Alliance both grounded and forward-looking. You will ensure seamless day-to-day delivery, while simultaneously championing bold, long-term transformation and sustainable growth.

This is more than a role, it is an opportunity to lead with purpose, to inspire collaboration, and to leave a lasting legacy across the Alliance and the communities it serves.

This service is run by women for women and is therefore restricted to female applicants under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, and Part 1. Section 7(2) e of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 apply. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.

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Head of Education as Reparation Initiative

Global Survivors Fund

Location:

Switzerland

Switzerland
Remuneration:

Remuneration not disclosed
Posted on:

27/05/2026

Deadline to apply:

21/06/2026

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Head of Education as Reparation Initiative

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Global Survivors Fund

Career category: Programme/ Project design & management
Job type: Job
Experience level: Other (specified in job description)
Organisation type: Funds
Remote option: No
Right to work requirements: Anyone can apply
Remuneration: Remuneration not disclosed
Work schedule: Full-time
Length of contract: Temporary/ Fixed-term

GBV / VAWG

Background
The Global Survivors Fund (“GSF”) was launched in October 2019 by Dr Denis Mukwege and Nadia Murad, Nobel Peace Prize laureates 2018. Its mission is to enhance access to reparations for survivors of conflict-related sexual violence around the globe, thus responding to a gap identified by survivors. GSF acts to provide interim reparative measures in situations where States or other duty bearers are unable or unwilling to meet their responsibilities or reparation where States are willing to act on that responsibility. It also advocates for duty bearers, as well as the international community, to develop reparations programmes. GSF further provides expertise, guidance and technical support to States and civil societies to design reparations programmes. A survivor-centric approach is the cornerstone of everything GSF does.

Role Summary
The Head of Education as Reparation Initiative reports to the Director of Programmes and works closely with the other Heads of Unit, regional coordinators, as well as with country coordinators involved in education programming, to coordinate GSF’s work and enable 2 survivors’ access to education as a form of reparation. The Head of Education as Reparation Initiative is a senior position responsible for leading GSF’s strategic engagement, development and scaling of the Education as Reparation portfolio across programme design and implementation, technical support, coalition-building, and resource mobilisation. The Head of Education as Reparation Initiative is responsible for developing and leading the implementation of an overarching Education as Reparation strategy aimed at engaging multiple stakeholders at national, regional and international levels to mobilise partnerships and resources, and support the design and scale-up of survivor-centred reparative education projects and models in conflict-affected and humanitarian settings. This includes helping to embed effective, trauma-responsive, flexible and accessible education models into broader reparations, education, protection, child protection, mental health and psychosocial support, and recovery frameworks. The Head of Education as Reparation Initiative supervises and provides technical guidance to country coordinators implementing projects on Education as a form of reparation

Education and professional experience
• Advanced university degree in Education, International Development, Social Sciences, Public Policy, Human Rights, or another relevant field;
• Minimum of 15 years of significant senior-level leadership experience in education in emergencies;
• Strong track record in developing and leading complex, multi-stakeholder education strategies or programmes across international, regional and national levels;
• Demonstrated experience in shaping policy, standards, guidance, or practice in education and/or related humanitarian or recovery fields;
• Proven experience in building and sustaining strategic partnerships with a wide range of actors, including civil society, governments, UN agencies, donors, academic institutions, and affected communities;
• Significant experience in coalition-building, convening, or leading networks, alliances, or communities of practice;
• Strong experience in resource mobilisation, donor engagement, and strategic positioning of complex thematic portfolios;
• Experience supporting or guiding country-level implementation in fragile, conflictaffected, or displacement contexts;
• Familiarity with cross-sector approaches linking education with child protection, mental health and psychosocial support, gender-based violence, protection, or recovery frameworks;

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Gender Based Violence Officer

World Health Organization (WHO)

Location:

Palestine

Palestine
Remuneration:

ILS 247,628 ILS / yearly
Posted on:

27/05/2026

Deadline to apply:

08/06/2026

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Gender Based Violence Officer

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World Health Organization (WHO)

Career category: Programme/ Project design & management
Job type: Job
Experience level: 0-2 years, 5-10 years
Organisation type: Inter-governmental
Remote option: No
Right to work requirements: Nationals-only contract
Remuneration: ILS 247,628 ILS / yearly
Length of contract: Temporary/ Fixed-term

GBV / VAWG

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

The mission of WHO's Health Emergencies Programme (The Programme) is to help countries, and to coordinator international action, to prevent, prepare for, detect, rapidly respond to, and recover from outbreaks and emergencies.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Provide timely and sustainable technical support on Gender-Based Violence (GBV) to the WHO concerned team and Health Cluster in Gaza office as needed.
Support capacity building activities for health sector partners and service providers on the health response to GBV.
Conduct monitoring visits and assessment to verify and document up take of trainings from participants.
Conduct visits to targeted health facilities to identify need and gaps to respond to GBV and propose action to address it, in line with WHO tools.
Support health cluster planning processes, to make sure GBV activities are appropriately reflected in the Health Cluster plans.
Support linkages and coordination between the health cluster (including SRH and MHSPSS working groups as relevant), the GBV sub-working group, and CMR task force.
Support to the adaptation of training materials and guidance on GBV in Gaza office.
Produce quarterly reports on activities, and submit to MHPSS/ GBV oPt focal point.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: A first level university degree in a social science or women and gender studies, human rights, or health related field such as public health or closely related field
Desirable: Advanced university degree (Master's level or above) in gender issues / gender-based violence, women studies.
Experience
Essential: At least one year of professional experience working in Gender-Based violence.
Desirable: Prior humanitarian working experience at field level, with WHO, other UN agency, health cluster partners, recognized humanitarian organizations or with an international non governmental organization.

Skills

Excellent organizational and analytical skills with the ability to coordinate activities and multitask.

Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to negotiate with and convince officials with tact and diplomacy.

WHO Competencies

Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication
Moving forward in a changing environment
Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond

Use of Language Skills

Essential:

Expert knowledge of English.
Expert knowledge of Arabic.

Desirable:

Working knowledge of another UN official language.

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Job

Director of Program Development

Girls on the Run International

Location:

United States

United States
Remuneration:

USD 80,000 USD-USD 85,000 USD / yearly
Posted on:

27/05/2026

Deadline to apply:

07/06/2026

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Director of Program Development

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Girls on the Run International

Remote (local)

Career category: Programme/ Project design & management
Job type: Job
Experience level: 5-10 years
Organisation type: Civil Society
Remote option: Remote (local)
Right to work requirements: Right to work required in advance
Remuneration: USD 80,000 USD-USD 85,000 USD / yearly
Work schedule: Full-time
Length of contract: Temporary/ Fixed-term

Movement building

Girls on the Run International is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a world where every girl knows and activates her limitless potential and is free to boldly pursue her dreams. We inspire girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. GOTR is a physical activity-based positive youth development program that is designed to enhance girls’ social, psychological and physical skills and behaviors to successfully navigate life experiences.

Program and Curriculum Development

Lead all phases of the program development process, including needs assessment, ideation, prototyping, piloting, and finalization
Write and refine curriculum lessons and program materials that creatively integrate physical activity and social and emotional learning
Develop content for supplemental program materials, including family engagement resources, journals, activity sheets, and program support materials
Ensure programs are culturally responsive, accessible, and aligned with program goals and participant needs

Program Innovation and Quality

Lead development and scope of new program models and initiatives aligned with organizational growth strategic priorities
Translate growth strategy into innovative, actionable program concepts and experiences
Utilize data, research, and constituent feedback to improve and enhance existing program quality, consistency, and impact
Stay informed on trends in youth development and education to inform program design and innovation

Subject Matter Expertise

Serve as a subject matter expert for program content, informing volunteer and council training development, ensuring alignment with program intent and participant experience
Act as key point of contact for councils on program content and implementation, including curriculum and program impact
Contribute to program strategy by bringing forward insights, opportunities, and recommendations based on program development work and field trends

Collaboration and Project Management

Partner with creative design teams to translate program content into participant-facing materials that reflect program intent and quality standards
Partner with cross-functional teams on tools, resources, and support to ensure successful program implementation
Lead program development projects, including timelines, deliverables, and coordination across teams
Manage external contractors or consultants supporting program development work

Qualities and Qualifications

Passion for the Girls on the Run mission
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in a discipline relevant to teaching, curriculum, pedagogy, or youth development preferred
Minimum of 7 years of experience in program development, curriculum design, or youth development
Demonstrated experience designing creative lessons, content, or curriculum for youth participants
Demonstrated experience working with and supporting young people
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple components of a project
Ability to work independently to meet deadlines and goals while collaborating across teams
Experience collecting, analyzing, and synthesizing data to inform program development
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Comfortable operating in a lean, fast-paced environment with a high degree of ownership, ambiguity, and cross-functional collaboration

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Human Resource Coordinator

CARE Canada

Location:

Canada

Canada
Remuneration:

CAD 65,000 CAD-CAD 70,000 CAD / monthly
Posted on:

27/05/2026

Deadline to apply:

05/06/2026

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Human Resource Coordinator

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CARE Canada

Remote (local)

Career category: Human Resources (HR)
Job type: Job
Experience level: 5-10 years
Organisation type: Civil Society
Remote option: Remote (local)
Right to work requirements: Right to work required in advance
Remuneration: CAD 65,000 CAD-CAD 70,000 CAD / monthly
Work schedule: Full-time
Length of contract: Temporary/ Fixed-term

Movement building

CARE Canada is looking for a Human Resource Coordinator (18-month Parental Leave Cover)

ABOUT THE ROLE / WHAT THE ROLE OFFERS

CARE Canada’s bold Strategic Plan, From Caring Comes Courage (2021 – 2027), sets out CARE Canada’s commitment to bring all our resources, talent, and expertise together to unlock women’s leadership for a gender-just future. It recognizes that to lead change and realize a better life for herself and her community, every woman needs to be safe, healthy and have a dignified livelihood. It also fundamentally realizes that ‘business as usual’ is no longer good enough: this Plan challenges us to reimagine how we achieve our mission, inspire Canadian investment in that mission, and transform our organization to be future-ready.

The Human Resources Coordinator plays an integral role in CARE Canada’s People & Culture team. The HR Coordinator is responsible for providing day-to-day administrative and coordination support across recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, HR operations, reporting, and employee experience initiatives. The role also provides reception and office coverage for the Executive Assistant during planned absences and leave periods.

The HR Coordinator supports the People & Culture team’s goal of transforming CARE Canada to be future-ready while helping ensure a positive, professional, and welcoming experience for staff, candidates, and visitors.

WHAT YOU OFFER / ABOUT YOU

2-4 years of HR-related experience including HRIS experience, recruitment, benefits administration, employee wellness initiatives
Human Resources related degree/diploma/post-graduate certificate or a combination of relevant experience, training, and/or education.
Knowledge of HR processes and best practices
Ability to use tact and diplomacy and maintain confidentiality in dealing with sensitive employee data
Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
Strong and demonstrated attention to detail
Excellent organizational skills
Team player who has a demonstrated ability to multi-task and (re)prioritize
Knowledge of Microsoft suite including Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel
Strong Excel skills and experience with functions including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.

WHAT WOULD MAKE YOU EXTRAORDINARY

Strong language skills in French
Knowledge and experience using Ceridian/Dayforce HRIS

REQUIREMENTS

Promote and maintain an organizational culture that advances gender equality, reduces power abuse and inequalities, and fosters trust and safety.

Create an environment within CARE's workplaces, programming, and communities where CARE works that is free from sexual harassment, sexual abuse and sexual exploitation and child abuse (SHEA-CA).

Ensure high standards of prevention and response measures for SHEA-CA are in place consistent with the CARE International (CI) Safeguarding Policy and Safeguarding Code of Conduct.

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Job

Regional Director Africa

Women for Women International

Location:

Central Africa

Central Africa
Remuneration:

Remuneration not disclosed
Posted on:

27/05/2026

Deadline to apply:

14/06/2026

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Regional Director Africa

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Women for Women International

Remote (local)

Location: Central Africa, East Africa, Northwest and Northeast Africa , Southern Africa
Career category: Programme/ Project design & management
Job type: Job
Experience level: 10+ years
Organisation type: Civil Society
Remote option: Remote (local)
Right to work requirements: Right to work required in advance
Remuneration: Remuneration not disclosed
Work schedule: Full-time
Length of contract: Temporary/ Fixed-term

Movement building

Background
Women for Women International invests where inequality is greatest by helping women who are forgotten — the women survivors of war and conflict.

Purpose

The Regional Director, Africa serves as the senior leader responsible for growing Women for Women International’s revenue, partnerships, and strategic influence across Africa, while also providing line management, coordination, and leadership support to Country Directors across the region.

The role strengthens WfWI’s unitary model by ensuring that country strategy, program delivery, operations, and revenue development are better aligned across the continent. The Regional Director, Africa drives a multi-year regional strategy that combines philanthropy, institutional funding, corporate partnerships, diaspora and high-net-worth giving, and selected earned-income or investment-aligned opportunities.

In addition to leading regional revenue growth, the Regional Director, Africa plays a critical leadership role in mentoring and managing Country Directors, supporting cross-country collaboration, strengthening planning and performance discipline, and ensuring that opportunities and risks are surfaced early and managed in close coordination with Programs, Operations, Finance, Risk, Compliance, and Communications.

The role represents Africa on the Global Revenue Team and other relevant global forumsand serves as WfWI’s primary external representative for regional partnerships and market development across Africa.

Engagement

Serve as the primary external representative for WfWI in Africa with regional donors, corporates, philanthropic networks, intergovernmental bodies, and strategic partners.
Dedicate substantial time to external engagement to raise funds, build alliances, and strengthen WfWI’s regional profile.
Collaborate closely with Country Directors and global colleagues to ensure integrated regional planning and execution.
Maintain regular engagement with the CEO, CPPO, COO, and other relevant leaders on regional priorities, risks, performance, and support needs.
Build and maintain strong relationships with African philanthropic, corporate, institutional, and diaspora networks to position WfWI as a credible and compelling regional partner.

Requirements

All criteria tagged (A) for Application must be addressed in your covering letter or the application will be disregarded.

Located in one of the African countries specified with the existing right to work in that country of employment (A)
Master’s degree required. (A)
Minimum 10 years of combined senior leadership experience in fundraising, partnerships, business development, international development, or related fields. (A)
Ability to articulate donor trends and revenue opportunities in Africa, particularly relevant to WfWI’s mission, with a track record of raising a minimum of $5 million a year from at least two types of donor sources, including corporate sources, for social impact causes, inclusive of women’s empowerment. (A)
Strong familiarity with market-based revenue strategies, social enterprise, or blended finance approaches, as evidenced in past employment. (A)
Experience designing and implementing strategic Africa-focused partnerships with regional and global development entities, evidenced by clear outcomes. (A)
Experience overseeing multi-country programs in Africa, inclusive of strategy development and budget planning, revenue forecasting, team management, financial reporting, and liaising with a global office. (A)
Participation in women’s rights and or economic empowerment networks and strategic spaces. (A)
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

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Job

Regional Legal Advisor (LGBT+ Rights)

Human Dignity Trust

Location:

South Africa

South Africa
Remuneration:

Remuneration not disclosed
Posted on:

27/05/2026

Deadline to apply:

10/06/2026

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Regional Legal Advisor (LGBT+ Rights)

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Human Dignity Trust

Job type: Job
Experience level: Other (specified in job description)
Organisation type: Civil Society
Remote option: No
Right to work requirements: Right to work required in advance
Remuneration: Remuneration not disclosed
Work schedule: Full-time
Length of contract: Temporary/ Fixed-term

LGBTQI+ rights/ SOGIESC

The Human Dignity Trust (‘the Trust’) is a legal charity based in London, UK that supports local lawyers and human rights defenders to uphold human rights and constitutional law in countries where private, consensual sexual conduct between people of the same sex is criminalised. At present, 65 jurisdictions worldwide maintain these criminal laws.

Job description

Under the direct supervision and guidance of the Deputy Head of Legal, and with further oversight from the Head of Legal, you will carry out the following duties, working closely and collaboratively with other members of the Trust’s legal team:

Build and strengthen the Trust’s relationships with existing and potential stakeholders in civil society, government, international agencies, the legal profession and academia within the region
Monitor the regional and local legal, political and civil society environment and context for opportunities to strengthen and expand the Trust’s work in the region
Represent the Trust at key regional and international conferences and events to network with stakeholders and to monitor and advise the Trust on relevant developments
Contribute to the development of strategic litigation and / or legislative reform, including by coordinating with relevant stakeholders, such as civil society partners, litigants, consultants, pro bono lawyers, in-country lawyers and government representatives
Contribute to the development of compelling, context-specific legal strategies, including by carrying out legal and situational research
Build strong professional relationships with LGBT+ communities and civil society partners across the region
Alongside colleagues and external lawyers, help to oversee, review and ensure the technical integrity and persuasiveness of legal pleadings and submissions and / or draft legislation
Develop and deliver compelling and technically sound strategic legal workshops for civil society and/or government partners, both online and in-country
Collaborate with the Trust’s strategic communications team to develop compelling communications strategies to support litigation and / or legislative reform work
Contribute to activity and financial reporting, internally and externally
Deliver any other tasks as reasonably required by the Trust

Person specification

Demonstrated experience delivering legal or human rights policy work, whether as a litigator, legislative drafter or policy advisor, in one or more common law jurisdictions in the region
Experience working in or on several jurisdictions within the region, though not necessarily in a litigation or legislative drafting capacity
Experience in holding partner relationships with marginalised and vulnerable persons
Very high attention to detail and ability to critically assess and edit legal documents and submissions
Fluency in English with excellent writing, editorial, and oral advocacy skills
Experience and confidence in public speaking
Ability to communicate effectively, persuasively and sensitively with senior figures in politics and the legal profession
Ability to communicate complex legal issues to a wide range of stakeholders
Ability to understand and adapt to differing and often sensitive social and cultural contexts, whilst employing compassion, tact and discretion
Ability to manage effectively multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment
Integrity, professional discretion and ability to handle confidential matters
Ability and willingness to undertake regional and international travel, sometimes at short notice

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