Belgium

Education

• University degree in social sciences, sociology, social affairs, political science, or law

 

Experience

• At least 2 years of work experience in the social sector;
• Experience with the implementation of EU programmes at national level e.g. the European Social Fund (ESF) or the Fund for European Aid to the Most Deprived (FEAD) - preferred
• Experience with the work of the EU institutions e.g. the European Commission or the European Parliament - preferred
• Experience with the International Red Cross Red Crescent Movement, including with a regional or local branch of a National Red Cross Society in the EU - preferred
• Experience/knowledge of building and maintaining relationships with external partners
• Interest in advocacy and in promoting not-for-profit service provision in the social sector

 

Skills

• Solid interpersonal and communication skills; able to work independently, but also as part of a multinational team
• Skilled at drafting reports, papers and briefings
• Knowledge of EU institutional affairs, social policies, legislation and programmes
• Knowledge of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and/or other networks engaged in work with vulnerable groups in European societies
• Able to negotiate with strong sense of diplomacy and tact
• Well-developed PC skills (MS Office, Windows, Online tools).

 

Languages

• Fluently spoken and written English
• Other EU languages - preferred

 The officer will be based within the Social Inclusion unit and contribute to implementing the work programme of the Red Cross EU Office.

• Heighten Red Cross influence on EU policy, legislation and practice in the social sector;
• Monitor and analyse EU actions and initiatives regarding employment, social affairs and inclusion, deprivation and poverty;
• Monitor and analyse EU policy trends and developments regarding regional and social cohesion, and where relevant, economic growth and development;
• Ensure exchange of timely and relevant information with member organisations on EU social affairs, including information from European Parliament and Council, European Commission, Committees (EESC, CoR), EU level stakeholders and networks;
• Inform EU institutions, policy makers and stakeholders about Red Cross initiatives and best practices in the social sector, specifically services and support for the most vulnerable groups in European societies;
• Assist National Red Cross Societies to contribute to or develop their own initiatives for the implementation of EU social policies e.g. the European Pillar of Social Rights and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs);
• Explore ways to strengthen participation of National Red Cross Societies into the implementation of EU structural and investment funds, i.e. assist member organisations in taking an active role in the design and implementation of national operational programmes in the social sector. 

• Passionate about WWF’s mission and vision
• At least Master level (or similar) in Science or Bio-engineering (agriculture, food systems or related disciplines), or related to the topic area
• 5 years+ of work experience in a similar field
• Good working knowledge of French, Dutch and English
• Experience with financial instruments is an added value
• Good knowledge of the Walloon agriculture stakeholders is an added value
• Knowledge of the Belgian political system
• Experience in political and corporate engagement
• Proactive and independent individual but also a real team player
• Able to prioritize, adapt in a fast-moving context
• Willing to travel occasionally
• Being able to produce high-quality work, even with tight deadlines

WWF believes in a future where people and nature thrive, so we’re committed to safeguarding the natural world. WWF has teams of experts working in over 100 countries to protect the natural resources that sustain and inspire us: our forests, rivers, oceans, climate, food and wildlife. WWF harnesses the collective power of supporters around the world, communities, companies and governments to create real solutions for people and the planet. One of the ways we’re safeguarding the natural world is by raising funds to support our fields projects.

WWF employs knowledgeable, talented people who are passionate about engaging and inspiring others. People who share our optimism that it’s possible to change the world. People who are determined to make a difference.

POSITION CONTEXT

The global agri-food systems are essential to sustain the human population, but today, food production, transformation, distribution, over-consumption and waste constitute a primary cause of biodiversity loss, land use change, depletion of finite natural resources like water, and climate change.

Demand for agricultural commodities is rising rapidly as the world's population grows. Agriculture’s deep connections to the world economy, human societies and biodiversity make it one of the most important conservation issues around the globe. That’s why WWF is playing a key role in the transition towards resilient, equitable and sustainable agri-food systems. The organization is working with the agri-food sector and developing strategies that focus on more sustainable farming and production, landscape protection, reduction of food loss and waste, and more sustainable consumer choices for healthy diets.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Together with different stakeholders, work on food to reduce Belgian’s overall impact and work on agriculture in Belgium to offer solutions for a transition to agro-ecological farming.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

 Advocacy to policy-makers, business and civil society to raise awareness of and influence WWF's missions in decision-making on sustainable food

• Following political dossiers on sustainable food and agriculture
• Engaging and negotiating with decision-makers (politicians, trade unions, companies, agriculture organisations, etc.), formalising agreements and partnerships
• Engaging and coordinating with other NGOs and think tanks at Belgian level in respect to sustainable food and agriculture systems
• Providing advice, information and recommendations on sustainable food and agriculture
• Critically monitoring the performance of the actions on the development of sustainable agriculture systems and responsible sourcing of food commodities in Belgium

 

Develop knowledge on the thematic, and guarantee expert support to the organization on sustainable food

• Being up to date on the latest research on sustainable food and agriculture, as well as WWF international positions.
• Providing in-house expertise on the issue and being able to quickly respond to internal and external requests for information
• Develop knowledge on business cases for alternative agriculture models and financial mechanisms to facilitate the transition towards agro-ecology farming

 

Represent WWF through defending our positions

• Representing WWF Belgium in various national and international working groups, conferences, and symposia, including giving presentations and interviews
• Influencing Belgian decision-makers on WWF positions on sustainable food and agriculture
• Having and building a strong network around food and agriculture

OUR OFFER

• A great work place in a young, dynamic and innovative team, located in the heart of Brussels, easily accessible by public transport
• A full-time permanent contract
• An attractive salary package for the sector including meal vouchers, group insurance, health insurance, 100% reimbursement of the costs of public transport
• Working in national and international context
• The opportunity to contribute to the mission of WWF and to share our values

How to apply?

Apply only by using the Application button below the Ad on WWF’s jobsite:

https://wwf.be/fr/jobs/details/food-agriculture-policy-officer-m-f/143405/

See job description in the document attached or

 

Please visit our website http://www.actionaid.org/jobs for further information.

 

 

ACTIONAID INTERNATIONAL

DIRECTORATE/CLUSTER: Programmes & Global Engagement   

Position: EU Gender Equality Advocacy Manager  

Duration: Fixed Term Contract – 2 Years

Location: Brussels Office   

AAI Grade: D / Local terms and conditions of employment will apply

Annual gross salary: £36,035

 

ActionAid is a leading international organisation, working with over 15 million people in 45 countries for a world free from poverty and injustice. We’re amongst the first few international development organisations with our head office based in Africa. We also have offices right across Asia, the Americas and Europe. We believe the people whose lives our work affects should decide how we’re run. And that’s what makes us different. We help people use their own power to fight poverty and injustice – the Power in People.

 

Do you have experience of working on gender equality or women’s rights issues and are passionate about creating change? If yes, this role at ActionAid International is just the opportunity you need to make your mark and drive change. Join us EU Gender Equality Advocacy Officer and lead a major project on gender equality in EU policies and tools.

 

As the Advocacy Officer you will lead the implementation of ActionAid two year project for a gender-responsive EU development policy that guarantees meaningful policy and financial support to women’s rights programmes and organisations in the global South.  This will involve, executing project plans, gathering intelligence on EU gender equality issues, connecting women’s rights partners from Southern countries with EU processes as well as acting as our main representative in Brussels on women’s rights matters.  You will also use opportunities to increase the visibility of our work on gender equality, especially with EU institutions, the media and public. You will collaborate with colleagues to ensure strong connections between public engagement and policy work as well as coordinate the production of communication and mobilisation tools, as well as desk research about EU development assistance for women’s rights. In addition, you will help track the project’s impacts, ensure its daily management and delivery, contribute to the donor relationship and ensure compliance with reporting requirements with the support of finance colleagues, as well as the formal donor manager ActionAid USA.

 

Ideally qualified at degree level you must have solid experience of working on human rights and gender equality or women’s rights with a multi-country focus. You will have successfully managed multi-country donor-funded projects and gained policy advocacy experience particularly in the EU context. As well as being familiar with commissioning and managing research processes aimed at shaping development assistance or influencing policy too.

 

Please visit our website http://www.actionaid.org/jobs for further information.

 

Application Procedures

 

If you have the right skills and experience please send your CV and motivation cover letter by 14^th November 2017 to hrworkspace@actionaid.org. Interviews are likely to be held w/c 20^th November 2017. You are requested to highlight in the motivation letter how specifically you meet the criteria for this role.  To be considered for this role, you must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in Belgium. 

 

If you do not meet all the essential criteria, please don’t apply as we only invite candidates for an interview if they meet all of the essential criteria listed on the job description. In addition your application will be stronger if you meet at least some of the desirable criteria.

 

Due to high volumes of applications received, should you not have received feedback on your application within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. We reserve the right to withdraw any of our vacancies at any time.

 

ActionAid welcomes applications from all sections of the community and we promote diversity. We regret that agency candidates will not be considered.

 

Reg. Charity No: 274467

- Adhésion aux valeurs, options et finalités de l’association et intérêt pour les problématiques traitées - Diplôme en Secrétariat ou expérience professionnelle équivalente - La Connaissance du secteur de l’Education permanente est un atout - Capacité d’autonomie dans le respect de cadres établis, des échéances et d’objectifs/résultats à atteindre - Esprit d’ouverture et de travail en équipe avec un sens du service et du bien commun - Sens de l’organisation, flexibilité face aux imprévus et capacités de prises d’initiatives - Capacités de planification, de rédaction, d’organisation et de gestion administrative - Prêt(e) à se déplacer et à effectuer ponctuellement du travail dans les bureaux régionaux - Compétences informatiques en lien avec la fonction: connaissances approfondies d’Office Windows - Excellente orthographe en français et la connaissance du néerlandais est un atout.

Objectifs : Fournir le travail administratif nécessaire pour la mise en œuvre de la politique de l’association. Tâches principales: 1. Assurer le suivi des dossiers administratifs et financiers liés au financement de la Fédération Wallonie-Bruxelles. 2. Assurer le secrétariat des réunions mensuelles de l’association. Assurer le suivi du courrier, organiser et classer les documents (archivage). 3. Participer, en accord avec le/la Directeur/trice, à des groupes de travail et autres rencontres ad-hoc en lien avec la fonction. 4. Participer à l’alimentation du contenu des publications écrites et électroniques de l’association à la demande des Chargé(e)s de Communication. 5. Participer à la rédaction du rapport annuel d'activités, de rapports financiers, de dossiers de demande et de justification de subsides ainsi qu’à la réalisation de certains outils de campagne. 6. Octroyer un appui administratif aux bureaux régionaux, notamment lors des campagnes et des sélections de projets. 7. Participer à la création de certains documents (rédaction, relecture). Assurer la relation avec les imprimeurs. Offre : o Contrat à durée déterminée jusqu'à fin juin 2018 à mi-temps o Rémunération suivant les barèmes du non-marchand de la Région wallonne (échelon 3) o Date d’entrée prévue : dès que possible