Advocacy and Communications Coordinator

We are currently recruiting an Advocacy & Communications Coordinator to join our team in Sudan.

This is position is based in Kenya, with up to 50% travel to various locations across Sudan.

The role is a 12-month fixed-term international contract (with possibility of extension, depending on funding). Contract terms, salary and benefits will be discussed at HR Interview stage.

At Relief International, we are committed to building a representative, inclusive and authentic workplace. We strongly encourage applications from candidates from minoritized backgrounds those who bring lived experience of the contexts in which we work.

This role is classified as requiring advanced pre-employment checks.

About Relief International

Relief International is an international non-profit organization that partners with communities impacted by conflict, climate change and disaster to save lives, build greater resilience and promote long-term health and wellbeing. We work in 14 countries across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East, providing Health and Nutrition, WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene), Education and Livelihoods programming that creates the foundation for community resilience.

About the Opportunity

You will be the strategic lead for advocacy and external communications across Relief International’s Sudan program, which operates in one of the world’s most complex and politically sensitive humanitarian environments.

As Advocacy and Communications Coordinator, you will design, drive, and oversee the delivery of a comprehensive Advocacy and Communication Strategy that advances RI’s humanitarian goals and amplifies the voices and needs of conflict-affected Sudanese. Your work will ensure RI’s positioning is principled, evidence-based, and aligned with International Humanitarian and Human Rights Law.

Your Responsibilities

This role includes the following responsibilities.

• Advocacy & Representation: Lead the development and rollout of RI Sudan’s Advocacy and Communications Strategy, produce policy briefs and key messages, and represent RI in platforms with UN, donors, and the diplomatic community.
• Strategic Coordination: Work with program teams to identify advocacy entry points, align efforts with program objectives, and integrate advocacy into proposal design.
• Capacity Building & Content: Mentor colleagues in communications, develop case studies, visibility products, and campaign materials, ensuring quality and strategic relevance.
• Media & Risk Management: Coordinate media engagements, branding, and external communications with HQ, while monitoring reputational and operational risks.
• Management & Leadership: Provide strategic direction to field focal points, oversee team performance, build capacity, and foster a collaborative, accountable culture aligned with RI values.

About You

You will bring the following experience and skills.

Essential criteria

• Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Journalism, International Development, Law, or related field.
• Substantial progressive experience in advocacy and communications within humanitarian settings with at least two years in an expat position
• Proven track record of engaging in high-level advocacy and policy influence in conflict zones.
• Excellent writing and editing skills; ability to produce strategic communication products.
• Deep understanding of the Sudan humanitarian context and geopolitics.
• Knowledge of International Humanitarian Law and Human Rights Law.
• Strong interpersonal, coordination, and relationship-building skills.

Desirable criteria

• Arabic language proficiency.
• Experience with consortia and inter-agency advocacy initiatives.
• Previous experience supporting or managing remotely located teams.
• Familiarity with donor engagement strategies and humanitarian access advocacy.

Research shows that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs, unless they meet every single requirement. If you’re excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t align with every criteria described, we encourage you to apply anyway, you could be exactly what we need!

How to apply

To apply for this post, click on the “Apply” button in the job advert page.

• You will be asked to upload a CV and Cover Letter.
• The cover letter should be one page, and explain why you are interested in this post with Relief International and how your skills and experience make you a good fit.

Closing Date: Wednesday 26 November 2025.

As a humanitarian organization, Relief International is committed to the safeguarding of all those we come into contact with through our work. We are committed to the core humanitarian principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse. Relief International expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and uphold the values and behaviors outlined in the Code of Conduct.

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