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KEY INFORMATION 
Job Title: Advocate Lead - Southeast Asia GBV Prevention Platform Secretariat  
Sector: Gender-Based Violence Prevention  
Duration/Level of Effort: Full-time 
Position Location: Southeast Asia (Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Timor Leste, Thailand, or Vietnam) 
 
 
SUMMARY OF THE PROJECT 
The Southeast Asia Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Prevention Platform is a pivotal initiative supported by a AUD20 million investment from the Australian Government over five years (2024 to 2029). The Platform aims to enhance GBV prevention efforts across Southeast Asia by fostering collaboration among governments, civil society organisations, international bodies, and other stakeholders. We are guided by the principles of being locally driven, evidence-based, inclusive and diverse, survivor-centred and trauma informed, adaptable, collaborative, minimising harm, accessible and innovative. We seek to build capacity, amplify evidence, and innovate in the prevention of GBV.  
 
 
SUMMARY OF THE POSITION 
We are looking for a dynamic and dedicated Advocate Team Lead to join our Secretariat. Reporting to the Regional Director and working closely with our Technical Partner, you will develop and lead the Platform's advocacy strategy. You will coordinate and curate national and regional dialogues, linking various networks and stakeholders to drive forward GBV prevention initiatives and policy change.  
 
 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES  
As the Advocate Team Lead you will:  

• Provide oversight of and lead the Advocate workstream and ensure alignment with program principles and objectives, including chairing meetings, setting work plans, and ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery.  
• Develop and implement an advocacy strategy to influence national and regional GBV policies.  
• Facilitate regional and national policy dialogues with government and civil society organisations.  
• Build and maintain partnerships with ASEAN Sectoral Bodies and other regional entities.  
• Organise workshops and dialogues to share and document evidence and learning on GBV prevention.  
• Support and amplify the advocacy agendas of women’s rights organisations, civil society, and GBV prevention and response practitioners.  
• Provide targeted support for the development, implementation and monitoring of GBV prevention policies and frameworks such as National Action Plans.  
• Integrate cross-cutting issues including disability inclusion, gender equality and climate change across workstream activities and initiatives.  
• Lead the creation of communication products related to the Advocate workstream, including lessons learned, case studies, and stories of change.  
• Collaborate with Platform team members to ensure coordination and collaboration across workstreams and avoid duplication.  
• Participate in annual work planning and contribute to progress reporting.  
• Provide updates and reports to the Steering Committee and Platform Regional Director.  
• Oversee and lead the recruitment, management and mentorship of Advocate Project Officers and other staff, including ensuring effective task delegation and a supportive and inclusive work environment.  
• Address risk management and ensure the ethical delivery of Platform activities in accordance with DFAT policies, safeguards and frameworks.  

 
 
JOB REQUIREMENTS 
Education: 

• Bachelor’s degree in political science, social science, international development, business administration, or a related field. A post-graduate degree in a related field is preferred but not essential.  

Minimum Experience: 

• Strong dedication to preventing gender-based violence (GBV) with expertise in feminist movements in Southeast Asia.  
• Demonstrated commitment to adhere to safeguarding policies, child protection, and protection of vulnerable groups.  
• Extensive experience in facilitating collaboration among diverse stakeholders and partners across multiple geographic locations in Southeast Asia.  
• Proven experience in developing and implementing high-impact advocacy strategies to influence governments and other audiences.  
• Experience in identifying and engaging with government ministers, UN departments, regional bodies, officials, media, and public figures.  
• Demonstrated expertise in supporting government entities in developing or implementing social advocacy strategies, particularly related to GBV prevention.  
• Experience using participatory approaches to develop and deliver advocacy strategies, including national and regional dialogues.  
• Proven ability to work with coalitions and networks, providing thought leadership, and using evidence for advocacy purposes.  
• Demonstrated success in coordinating across government entities, development partners, and women’s rights (WROs) and civil society organisations (CSOs) and organisations of persons with a disability (OPDs) to promote social policy implementation.  
• Experience and ability to manage multi-cultural and diverse teams with a focus on inclusive and supportive work environments and coordinating work across different individuals and workstreams efficiently.  
• Experience with a risk-based approach to program management, including risk assessments and mitigation strategies.  
• Established networks and relationships with relevant CSOs, WROs, OPDs and other relevant networks in the region.  

Essential Skills: 

• Proven ability to manage multiple partnerships and maintain strong stakeholder relationships with a range of diverse stakeholders.  
• High-level interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to convey concepts clearly and concisely.  

Language Proficiency: 

• Proficiency in English and at least one Southeast Asian language, both written and oral.  

Employment Conditions: 
N/A  
 
 
APPLICATION PROCESS 
Interested candidates from Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Timor Leste, Thailand, and Vietnam are invited to apply by October 11, 2024.  

To apply, please submit the following in a single email to collaborate@prevention-platform.org:  

• Cover letter outlining your interest in the role and the Platform  
• Updated CV  
• Contact details for at least two (2) references  

For your application to be considered, please rename your documents as followed: Candidate Last Name, First Name, date, Title of the Position. 
 
Equal Opportunity:  
Women and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.  
Cowater International is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring based on merit and qualifications. Cowater does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, religion, sex, gender identity, disability, age, or any other basis protected by law.  
 
For More Information:  
For further details or to apply, please contact collaborate@prevention-platform.org or visit www.prevention-platform.org.  
 
Join us in driving impactful GBV prevention efforts in Southeast Asia!  
 
ABOUT US 
Founded in 1985, Cowater International is a leading global development consulting company. Headquartered in Ottawa and with corporate hubs in Auckland, Berlin, Brussels, Helsinki, London, Madrid, Manila, Nairobi, Singapore and Stockholm, Cowater International has successfully delivered a portfolio of over 2500 projects and assignments in more than 95 countries. We work with governments, private sector actors and communities implementing projects that support socio-economic development, institutional strengthening, environmental improvements and advance equal opportunities for all. We are a diverse and experienced team committed to building a better tomorrow for the people we serve. Our adaptive approach to management has led to our yearly award-winning work and recognition as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies since 2017. 
 
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