• Degree or advanced degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing or similar. 
• Advanced degree and/or experience in VAW and/or VAC research, public health, development, social sciences or another relevant field.  

• 5 (minimum) to 10 years (or more) of relevant experience within the communications and/or PR fields.
• Good understanding of research on violence against women and violence against children. 
• A track record of engagement globally on violence against women and violence against children, and knowledge of key stakeholders and the field. 
• Understanding of and ability to foster a feminist approach to this work.  
• Excellent understanding of ethical issues related to communications, storytelling, and research.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Good design and presentation skills. 
• Expertise with all social media platforms and formats. 
• Experience with knowledge translation, including the ability to translate scientific, peer-reviewed content as well as research best practices into key highlights and messaging for different channels and target audiences.
• Excellent IT and database management skills (Word, Outlook, Excel). 
• Expertise using CSM systems such as WordPress. 
• Experience in design (Canva), video editing, web design and/or web coordination, and email marketing platforms (Mailchimp). 
• Experience working in a multicultural, remote team. 
• Knowledge of trauma-informed, survivor-centred communications.

• Master’s degree in law, human rights, political science, public policy or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of work experience in sexual and reproductive health and rights, gender equality, human rights, or related social justice field.
• Strong background in international and European human rights law, standards, and systems. Experience in conducting advocacy before international and regional human rights mechanisms or with EU institutions and processes desirable.
• Experience in national level advocacy and legal or policy reform strategies in Europe, particularly in Central and Eastern Europe, and in collaborating and partnering with NGOs and other civil society actors to achieve social justice goals.
• Strong commitment to the Center’s mission, purpose, and values.
• Fluency in written and spoken English and at least one other European language, ideally a language from Central or Eastern Europe.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including drafting and editing.
• Strong research and analytical skills and ability to process complex information.
• Strong critical thinking skills and creative approach.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, including ability to self-motivate, handle multiple tasks simultaneously, work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to work in a multicultural, diverse, and performance-driven environment.
• Ability to travel for work.

• Implementation of Safeguarding Policy/s and Code of Conduct and operationalising strategic plans for mainstreaming safeguarding in the country program
• Awareness raising in the country program on the value of safeguarding and the MSF approach (this could include awareness raising among both internationally recruited and local staff, as well as patients and communities)
• Delivering safeguarding and other relevant/associated training to leadership and wider teams
• Providing expert advice and guidance to country teams on developing, implementing and mainstreaming safeguarding
• Process organisation/clarity of roles and responsibilities regarding safeguarding in the country program
• Progress in safeguarding mainstreaming in the country program, by monitoring and supporting best practice and tracking results
• Producing reports to highlight analysis of safeguarding practice, incidents and trends
   

• At least 2 years' experience working on safeguarding, either in a dedicated safeguarding role or one with significant safeguarding responsibilities, at an INGO or humanitarian programme in lower or middle income countries is essential
• Experience in designing and implementing training and awareness raising on safeguarding
• Up to date knowledge of safeguarding legislation, regulations and best practice
• Demonstrated understanding of inclusive practices and promotion of diversity
• Experience dealing with highly sensitive issues
• Excellent communication skills, able to operate with sensitivity and diplomacy, working as part of a team in a cooperative and supportive way and able to influence prioritising safeguarding across diverse teams
• Ability to work independently and display strong initiative in day-to-day problem solving with limited direction
• At least one assignment in an emergency context is desirable

• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Social Sciences, Human Rights, Gender/ Women’s studies, International Development, or a related field is required. 
• A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
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• Minimum of 5 years of work experience
• Experience facilitating trainings, workshops, or dialogue-based programmes on gender equality, male allyship and equitable masculinities is required.
   

• Fluency in oral and written English is required. 
• Fluency in an additional language is highly desirable, particularly if it will assist in adapting the Barbershop toolkit and materials to regional or local contexts.

• Demonstrated experience clearly and persuasively communicating complex ideas to different audiences in written, spoken and presentational formats for 3-5 years.
  
  
• Demonstrated experience building trusted productive long-term relationships within organizations and with external partners to collaborate on advocacy initiatives with local, state, and national partners and have experience working with marginalized communities (e.g. LGBTQ+ people, communities of color, and people with disabilities, among others).  
  
  
• A demonstrable commitment to LGBTQ rights, youth mental health, or crisis intervention advocacy with an eagerness to grow support for LGBTQ rights among conflicted audiences.
  
  

• Legislative Tracking Software: 1+ year of demonstrated experience in using legislative trackers to follow a high volume of daily policy happenings
  
  
• Google Suite Products: Familiarity with using the Google platform including Google Docs, Sheets, and Presentations.
  
  
• Grassroots activation technology:  You have used emails and SMS messages in various platforms such as MailChimp and texting platforms to mobilize grassroots advocacy opportunities.
  
  
• Culturally competent. You have a nuanced understanding of the experiences of LGBTQ+ folks and/or youth mental health. You are passionate and willing to learn more about the marginalized identities, and bring your awareness to all the work you do.
  
  
• Strong emotional intelligence, integrity, discretion, and ability to build trust across diverse teams and stakeholders
  
  
• Spoken and written English
  
  

• Degree in social sciences, gender studies, or related field with a focus on gender equality, women's rights, or social inclusion.
• Strong leadership and influencing skills with demonstrated experience in inspiring and mobilizing staff and local partners to effectively integrate gender, GEDSI, and protection principles into programming.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in gender equality, women's empowerment, gender mainstreaming, protection and safe programming in humanitarian or development settings.
• Proven expertise in gender analysis, gender-sensitive planning, and integrating women’s empowerment into development and humanitarian programs.
• Practical knowledge of protection principles, gender-based violence (GBV), and community-based protection approaches.
• Experience working on broader social inclusion issues, including gender identity and intersectionality.
• Strong skills in capacity assessment, training, facilitation, and mentoring of staff and partners.
• Demonstrated ability to engage diverse stakeholders, including communities, partners, authorities, and donors.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex gender and protection concepts clearly.
• Understanding of feminist leadership principles and commitment to promoting a feminist and inclusive organizational culture.
• Ability and willingness to travel frequently, including to remote and challenging locations in Myanmar.

• A PhD or equivalent degree in a relevant discipline, such as Gender, Development Economics, Sociology, Anthropology, International Development, Rural Development Studies, Human Geography, or related fields.
• Completed a Post Doc / Fellow Program in relevant area
• Experience conducting independent applied research in relevant area
• Has several published international peer-reviewed articles, including as a lead author
• Exposure to developing and refining research proposals, designing research, and implementing data collection strategies.
• Experience in contributing to writing grant proposals.
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, government agencies, and partners in implementing and scaling research.
• High-level competency in quantitative or qualitative research methods (i.e., able to design, analyze and write up independently as well as mentor others) and commitment to interdisciplinary and mixed methods research approaches.

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in advising or managing anti-trafficking, protection, GBV, child protection or human rights programming. 
• Strong experience in protection mainstreaming, prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA) safeguarding and risk analysis. 
• Experience working with security or justice actors and border contexts. 
• Knowledge of trafficking dynamics, organized crime, and migration systems. 
• Familiarity with GESI, human rights, and PSEA frameworks. 
• Strong understanding of gender equality and social inclusion (GESI) principles
• Demonstrated experience ensuring GESI themes are prioritized and integrated in program design, implementation and measurement

• 7–10 years of experience leading digital communications, social media strategy, audience engagement, or digital marketing, with a demonstrated track record of building engaged audiences and delivering measurable organisational impact.
• Demonstrated expertise across major social platforms—including Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn, X, and Facebook—with a strong understanding of platform-native storytelling, audience behaviour, analytics, and algorithmic trends.
• Experience developing and executing digital content strategies that have driven measurable audience growth, engagement, advocacy, fundraising, or brand awareness, including social-first content production across video, photography, graphics, and multimedia storytelling.
• Experience designing or supporting digital fundraising campaigns and understanding how digital communications contribute to supporter acquisition, donor engagement, and long-term audience growth.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret performance data, identify opportunities, test new approaches, and translate insights into strategic recommendations.
• Experience managing external agencies, creators, platforms, vendors, partnerships, and budgets to deliver high-quality digital campaigns.
• Understanding of global issues and cultural contexts, particularly across the regions where Malala Fund works, with the judgement to navigate complex and sensitive issues through digital communications.

• Experience managing and developing direct reports, creating an environment of trust, accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Excellent cross-functional collaboration skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across communications, development, programmes, and external partners.
• Demonstrated ability to influence decisions through expertise, data, and sound judgement rather than positional authority.
• Excellent project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, balance long-term planning with day-to-day execution, and consistently deliver high-quality work in a fast-moving environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to brief creative teams, present recommendations to senior leaders, and communicate complex ideas clearly.
• A proactive, solutions-oriented approach, with a willingness to experiment, learn, and continuously improve digital performance.

• Experience in an administration role;
• Demonstrated understanding of administrative functions and office practices;
• Proven skills in using Microsoft 365 (including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and other project management software
• Driver’s license.

• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to communicate effectively with various internal and external stakeholders in both written and verbal contexts.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in data entry, record management and administrative processes.
• Strong sense of responsibility, accountability and ownership for ensuring the accuracy and completion of end-to-end program administration.
• Highly organised with excellent planning, prioritisation and time management skills, and the ability to manage multiple competing priorities and deadlines.
• Demonstrated initiative, proactiveness and the ability to identify and implement process improvements.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships.
• Well-developed problem-solving, analytical and decision-making skills, with the ability to identify issues and implement practical solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to manage confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Proven ability to meet regular reporting, payroll and administrative deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office applications and database or workflow management systems (e.g. Smartsheet) with the ability to quickly learn new systems.
• Demonstrated ability to work both collaboratively as part of a team and independently, exercising sound judgement within delegated authority.
• Commitment to continuous improvement, service excellence, and delivering high-quality administrative support.
• Demonstrated commitment to role modelling MCWH's values, behaviours, and organisational culture.
• Highly developed customer service skills

Your role in our team

About you

• A proven track record in the public sector, combined authority, or MAT sales/partnerships — ideally within education, social impact or a related sector.
• Confident and experienced using outbound sales tools and platforms (e.g. Apollo) to build and manage pipelines efficiently from day one.
• A self-starter, comfortable managing longer public sector sales cycles independently, without needing close day-to-day direction.
• A solid understanding of how social value and educational delivery are positioned within the public sector and grant bid submissions.
• Senior enough to operate strategically and represent InnovateHer with confidence at a senior level.
• Comfortable working flexibly and adapting your focus as priorities shift across a fixed-term contract.
• Passionate about our mission to get more young people, especially girls, into technology.