Strategic Communications Advisor (OiA)

About The Role

Closing date: 17th June 2026 @23:59 GMT/BST/EAT

Location: Nairobi or any country with an Oxfam office/presence,

Subject to being able to establish a contract of employment directly or via hosting affiliate.

Contract: Fixed term – 2 Years

Internal Job Grade: C2, National

Salary: In line with Oxfam pay range

Oxfam International is unable to guarantee the obtaining of a work permit for the role. Candidates must already have and be able to retain the legal right to work in the location where they are based. We are not able to support the relocation of a candidate to take up the position in an Oxfam location.

We believe flexible working is key to building the Secretariat of the future, so we’re open to talking through the type of working arrangements that might work for you.

The Role

Oxfam in Africa is looking for a highly skilled Strategic Communications Advisor to support the Director’s external engagement and amplify Oxfam’s voice across Africa and globally.

This is a dynamic and high-impact role at the heart of Oxfam’s influencing work. You will shape and deliver strategic communications that enhance the Director’s profile, ensuring their engagements, ranging from high-level summits to media appearances, are impactful, coherent, and aligned with Oxfam’s priorities.

Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team, Media and Communications colleagues, and partners across the confederation, you will drive the planning, messaging, and execution of key engagements, while ensuring strong alignment between advocacy, communications, and organizational strategy.

This role reports to the Oxfam in Africa Director, with a dotted reporting line to the Media and Communications Lead

What we're looking for

We are looking for a highly experienced communications professional with a strong track record in media, public engagement, and strategic influencing. You’ll bring excellent writing and editorial skills, with the ability to translate complex policy issues into compelling narratives for high-level audiences.

You are an exceptional relationship builder, able to engage confidently with senior stakeholders across governments, international institutions, and civil society and international partners. Thriving in fast-paced, high-pressure environments, you can manage multiple priorities while maintaining strong attention to detail.

A strategic thinker, who can identify opportunities to elevate Oxfam’s voice and maximize the impact of leadership engagements. You are value-driven, with a strong commitment to social justice, gender equality, and Oxfam’s mission. Fluency in English and French is essential; Portuguese is an advantage

What we offer

At Oxfam, we believe that every aspect of our work can lead to a positive outcome. If you have the same opinion, together with the ability to meet the challenges involved, this role offers scope for immense personal fulfilment, as well as outstanding opportunities to develop your career. Oxfam is committed to providing a fair compensation package based on a 36-hour work week.

Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted – usually within 2 weeks of the closing date.

About us

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.

We are an international confederation of 22 organizations (affiliates) plus the Oxfam International Secretariat, working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 76 countries.

Oxfam in Africa (OiA) is a continental platform overseeing country offices in Africa and working with civil society organizations, academics, governments, and private sector, to create a more equal Africa by challenging power structures that perpetuate inequality and injustice. In doing so, Oxfam in Africa provides dynamic thought leadership and a space to collaborate with its partners. Oxfam in Africa plays a leading role in supporting and empowering local communities, promoting gender equality, advocating for policy changes, and building the capacity of local civil society organisations.

All our work is led by our core values: Empowerment, Accountability, Inclusiveness, Courage, Solidarity and Equality.

Our commitment to safeguarding

Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behavior at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

Note: All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and may be subject to appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam International Secretariat also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, if a job applicant has been employed by another member of the scheme, we will request information from that organization about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedure.

About Oxfam

At Oxfam we respond to emergencies and advocate for people in crisis, partnering with local organizations to deliver essentials and help rebuild communities. We work with activists and partners to fight poverty and injustice. We campaign for economic, gender, climate justice and accountable governance, striving for sustainable growth and transformation. We fight for a future that is equal, just and fair – one in which people have more equal opportunities and rights, and one in which we can all flourish, not just survive.

Click here to view Our Strategy and What We Believe.