Advocacy and Partnerships Specialist
People in Need (PIN) is calling for applications for the position of an Advocacy and Partnerships Specialist within the Centre for Human rights and Democracy. The primary goal of People in Need's Centre for Human Rights and Democracy is to support independent individuals and groups in countries with repressive regimes who are the target of persecution, harassment, or arrests because of their opinions or activities, and to strengthen civil society in countries that are going through democratic transformation.
Location: Prague, Czech Republic (with work-related trips abroad)
Starting date: as soon as possible
Workload: part-time
Salary: 50 000 CZK (for 100% workload)
Type of contract: working contract
Duration: until 31 December 2026 (with the possibility of an extension)
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The role of the Advocacy and Partnerships Specialist is to strengthen PIN’s engagement with Czech legislation and policy processes and to contribute to evidence-based advocacy at national level, with links to EU and global agendas.
The position holder will be responsible for informing and coordinating advocacy efforts related to Czech legislation and policy frameworks. This will involve: analyzing legislative and policy developments; advising management on advocacy strategies; supporting positioning of PIN as a credible policy actor; and contributing to the integration of national advocacy into broader organisational priorities.
TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Developing and advising on advocacy strategies focused on Czech legislation and policy processes;
- Monitoring and analyzing legislative developments (Parliament, Government, ministries) and identifying advocacy opportunities relevant to PIN’s work and the civil society space;
- Preparing briefings and recommendations for senior management on policy developments and their implications;
- Building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, including Members of Parliament, government officials, civil society organisations, donors and policy networks;
- Supporting and coordinating PIN’s participation in external meetings, consultations and working groups;
- Drafting advocacy materials and translating complex policy issues into clear and actionable messages;
- Ensuring alignment between national advocacy and EU/global priorities and contributing to organisation-wide advocacy strategies;
- Providing guidance and support to PIN teams on advocacy related to Czech policies.
QUALIFICATIONS
- University degree in political science, law, international relations, regional studies or other relevant fields;
- At least five years of experience in policy, advocacy or public affairs (preferably in NGO or public sector);
- Strong understanding of the Czech legislative and policy environment and functioning of public institutions;
- Good insight into development, human rights and civil society agendas.
- Excellent analytical and writing skills in Czech and English;
- Proven ability to engage with high-level stakeholders;
- Strong networking, communication and coordination skills;
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities and navigate complex environments.
PEOPLE IN NEED OFFERS:
- Background and professionalism of the largest Czech non-governmental organization;
- Interesting and creative work in an international environment;
- Monthly gross remuneration ranging between 50 000 CZK (for 100% workload)
- 25 days of paid leave per year, 3 sick days and 3 study days;
- Fully covered work-related trips abroad;
- Home office upon agreement;
- Child daycare for employee’s children (kindergarten in the building of our office in Prague);
- Multisport card for sports and recreation in the Czech Republic;
- Possibility to participate in interesting events we organize (e.g. One World international film festival).