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Family Planning Association of Sri Lanka (FPA Sri Lanka), the F a pioneer in Family Planning and Reproductive Health Education and is an accredited member of the International SRI LANKA  enriching relationships Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) in the United Kingdom.

SENIOR MANAGER - ADVOCACY & CAMPAIGNS

JOB SPECIFICATIONS :

Senior Manager Advocacy is responsible for implementing and coordinating advocacy events and campaigns organized by the advocacy unit of FPA Sri Lanka.

He/She will:

• Enhance relationships and visibility of the organization among ministries, donors, CB05, NGOs ING0s, and liaise with national/local Media
• Conduct sensitization programmes for decision makers
• Strengthen community mobilization through public awareness programmes
• Plan and implement Media campaigns related to advocacy activities.
• Disseminate Advocacy and Campaigns related news, through specific websites & Newsletters
• Monitor, evaluate and report all advocacy activities aspen internal requirements.

Knowledge/Skills and Abilities:

• Degree/Diploma/professional qualification in Development Studies, Political Science Social Sciences or any other related field
• Fluency in oral and written communication in English & Sinhala (Spoken Tamil would be an advantage)
• Computer skills in MS Office including excel is essential
• Knowledge on preparation and handling of activity budgets
• Strong background in managing and building relationships with media.
• Ability to use and analyse research data
• Being steam player and willing to travel locally when required.

Experience:

• 03 years working experience in the development, media or public relations field.

Person Specifications:

• Age Below 35 years FPA Sri Lanka is committed to the safety and protection of children, young people and vulnerable adults and this role rnay include contact with these groups. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of children, young people and vulnerable adults in our programs.