PURPOSE OF POSITION:
To successfully coordinate and implement World Vision's contribution to the EU funded project on the sustainable development agenda 2030 (DEAR Project) within the project consortium and within World Vision globally.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support the coordination of the DEAR project for World Vision Brussels and EU Representation:
- Provide support to the Policy Manager and Director of EU Advocacy to implement and coordinate the DEAR Project.
Coordinate the activities of World Vision for the SDGs Week of Action, the annual campaigns, and the toolkit of the project, leveraging the expertise of the other WV offices (Global Capitals, Field Offices and EU Offices) by:
- Drafting coordinated plans and activities with the Policy Manager to support the implementation of the project in a timely manner.
Develop World Vision’s input into SDGs-relevant policies and recommendations towards the EU, with particular emphasis on human development and inequalities (ie. Migration, Child Protection) together with the Policy Manager by:
- Searching and mapping WV’s FO work on SDGs (including CVA methodology).
Liaise and maintain regular contact with WV Global Capitals and FO and DEAR partner CSOs to support high quality input of the DEAR consortium to the European Commission on SDGs implementation (including M&E).
Keep track and monitor changes in current EU and EC policies and information sources regarding Agenda2030 implementation at regional level.
Actively and regularly attend the SDG Watch Working Groups meetings.
Any other activities contributing to the achievement of WV EUREP’s strategic objectives for EU impact and influencing.
Effective Communications and Reporting on the DEAR Project:
- Disseminate EU SDGs related information to the other DEAR project partners and WV offices, as needed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Master’s degree or equivalent experience in politics, international relations or a field relevant to World Vision’s mission.
Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Experience:
- A good command of French would be highly desirable. Knowledge of additional European languages will be an asset.
Work Environment:
- Very occasional travel might be required within the EU.