Policy, Advocacy and Campaign (PAC) Officer

JOB TITLE: Policy, Advocacy and Campaign (PAC) Officer
TEAM: Nigeria Country Office LOCATION: Borno
GRADE: 4 POST TYPE: National
Fixed Term
CHILD SAFEGUARDING:
Level 3 – the post holder will have contact with children and/or young people either frequently (e.g. once a week or more) or intensively (e.g. four days in one month or more or overnight) because they work country programs; or are visiting country programs; or because they are responsible for implementing the police checking/vetting process staff.
ROLE PURPOSE:
The Policy, Advocacy and Campaign (PAC) Officer will be responsible for the implementation of Policy, Advocacy, and Campaign, and stakeholder engagement activities in Borno Area Office. The role holder will contribute to strengthening child rights advocacy, community engagement, child participation, Policy review and government relations in support of Save the Children’s humanitarian and development programming.
The post holder will support documentation, content development, community mobilization, and coordination with government authorities, traditional leaders, civil society organizations, media actors, and community structures. The role requires a proactive individual with strong interpersonal skills, established relationships with key stakeholders in Borno State, and the ability to effectively engage children, youth, and community members. The ideal candidate must be an indigene of Borno State with fluency in English, Kanuri, and Hausa, and possess a strong background and practical experience in advocacy, stakeholder engagement, and community mobilization.

SCOPE OF ROLE:
Reports to: Deputy Director Humanitarian Program Operations with dotted reporting to Advocacy and Campaign Programme Manager and PAC Manager (CO)
Staff directly reporting to this post: 1
Budget responsibility: None

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:
1. Advocacy, Government Relations and Stakeholder Engagement
• Lead engagement with government ministries, departments, agencies, traditional institutions, community leaders, and other stakeholders on child rights and humanitarian issues.
• Maintain regular communication and positive working relationships with state government and other actors across Borno State.
• Lead advocacy initiatives aimed at improving access to quality Health, Nutrition, Food Security, Education, Child Protection, and other social services.
• Participate in advocacy meetings, policy dialogues, campaigns, and coordination forums at state and community levels./
• Lead the implementation and follow-up of child protection laws, policies, and child rights commitments in the state.
• Support in organizing stakeholder meetings, advocacy visits, consultative sessions, and community dialogues.
• Strengthen collaboration with Children Parliament, child clubs, youth groups, and community structures to promote meaningful child participation.

2. Media, Communication and Audio-Visual Documentation
• Support media and communication activities for programmes and advocacy initiatives in Borno State.
• Provide guidance and leadership to programme documentation, visibility, and storytelling purposes.
• Support the Media and Comms Assistant to produce quality human-interest stories, success stories, social media content, campaign materials, and communication products.
• Support dissemination of campaign messages and key information through radio programmes, social media, online and offline engagements.
• Ensure all media and communication products comply with Save the Children branding and child safeguarding standards.

3. Community Mobilization and Child Participation
• Lead mobilization of communities, schools, youth groups, women groups, and local structures for programme and campaign activities.
• Facilitate awareness-raising sessions and community engagement activities on child rights and social accountability issues.
• Promote meaningful participation of children and young people in advocacy, campaigns, and programme activities.
• Support mentorship and capacity strengthening of children, adolescents, and youth groups.
• Facilitate engagement between children and decision-makers at community and state levels.

4. Programme Development and Quality
• Shall lead the implementation of Save the Children’s advocacy and campaign strategies across thematic areas.
• Responsible for preparing concept notes, briefing notes, reports, talking points, presentations, and advocacy materials.
• Support proposal development, fundraising initiatives, and programme documentation where required.
• Assist in conducting policy analysis, stakeholder mapping, and advocacy tracking.
• Support knowledge sharing, learning, and documentation of programme achievements and lessons learned.
• Contribute to monitoring, evaluation, reporting, and quality assurance of advocacy and communication activities.

5. Programme Support and Coordination
• Support consultants, partners, and programme teams during trainings, workshops, assessments, campaigns, and field activities.
• Maintain organized records of communication products, and advocacy documentation.
• Support coordination of logistics and arrangements for advocacy and communication-related events.
• Carry out other tasks assigned by the Line Manager.

Uphold and promote SCI safeguarding policy.

Working Contacts
Internal
• Advocacy and Campaign Team
• Media and Communication Team
• Programme Teams in Borno Area Office and Country Office
External
• Government Ministries, Departments and Agencies
• Traditional and Religious Leaders
• Community Structures and Civil Society Organizations
• Media Houses and Journalists
• Children and Youth Groups
Humanitarian and Development Partners
SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS (OUR VALUES IN PRACTICE)
Accountability
• Holds self accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, and achieving results.
• Demonstrates commitment to Save the Children values and child safeguarding principles.
Ambition
• Takes initiative and demonstrates commitment to personal and professional growth.
• Supports innovative approaches to advocacy, communication, and community engagement.
Collaboration
• Builds and maintains strong relationships with colleagues, stakeholders, partners, and communities.
• Works effectively in a multicultural and multidisciplinary environment.
Creativity
• Demonstrates creativity in storytelling, media engagement, and community mobilization.
• Produces innovative communication and advocacy materials.
Integrity
• Acts with honesty, professionalism, transparency, and respect at all times.
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Essential
• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, Public Administration, Development Studies, Political Science, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years post-NYSC experience in Policy, Advocacy, Campaign and Community Mobilization, Stakeholder Engagement, or related work.
• Must be an indigene of Borno State with strong understanding of the local context, culture, and governance systems.
• Fluency in Kanuri, Hausa, and English languages (spoken and written) are highly recommended.
• Experience engaging government authorities, community leaders, civil society organizations, and media stakeholders.
• Established relationships and professional networks with key stakeholders in Borno State.
• Experience working with children, youth groups, and child participation platforms.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, facilitation, and coordination skills.
• Strong report writing and documentation skills.
• Good computer skills including Microsoft Office and basic media editing tools and use of AI tool (Copilot).
• Commitment to Save the Children values, Child Safeguarding Policy, and humanitarian principles.

PRIOR EXPERIENCE EXPECTATIONS
• Advocacy and Campaigns
• Government Relations
• Community Mobilization
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Child Participation and Mentorship
• Facilitation and Training
• Networking and Partnership Building
• Humanitarian and Development Programming

Equal Opportunities
The role holder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with the SCI Equal Opportunities and Diversity policies and procedures.
Child Safeguarding:
We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.
Safeguarding our Staff:
The post holder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with the SCI anti-harassment policy
Health and Safety
The role holder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with SCI Health and Safety policies and procedures.
No individual is expected to pay any amount or offer any form of favor to secure a position or contract with SCI. Any such act is strictly prohibited and should be avoided.’