Purpose:

To serve as the Education Campaign Officer in support of the work of the GEO.  This includes creating, developing, implementing, and participating in advocacy and education strategies for the GEO.

Key responsibilities include the following:

• Developing a plan for effective advocacy across campus. 
• Undertaking sustained and informed proactive advocacy interventions across campus to raise awareness about GBH and to advance gender equality.
• Ensuring that activities planned run smoothly and are effectively implemented.
• Generating reports on advocacy work done.
• Conducting trends analysis and developing advocacy material.
• Actively looking for fundraising opportunities for the office and applying for such opportunities.
• Building good relationships with other units/offices within the University, especially where their work intersects with that of the office.  
• Providing support for the preventative/advocacy work of the office and extending and supporting platforms for engaging staff and students. 
• Networking with other universities and external stakeholders dealing with Gender Based Harm.
• Representing the office at meetings internally and externally.

Requirements

• A postgraduate qualification in social sciences, law or a related field.
• At least 2 years working experience in the social justice sector 
• An in-depth understanding of gendered power relations, broader gender dynamics and institutional patriarchy 
• Exceptional planning skills 
• Exceptional and advanced analytical and reporting skills
• Excellent and empathetic communication skills
• Ability to multi-task, think outside of the box, and be proactive 
• Must have good people skills and be a team player who is willing to learn together with others
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Highly productive, works well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to work overtime when required.