Policy Lobbying & Influencing Specialist: Civic Space

TL;DR

Policy Lobbying & Influencing Specialist (Civic Space): Leading Dutch domestic lobbying strategy and providing technical support for civic space protection projects with an accent on policy advocacy, mainstreaming civic space across programs, and influencing government/private sector policies. Focus on connecting national issues to European/global levels, strategy development, networking with allies/activists, and representing on platforms.

Hybrid (50% in office in The Hague, 50% remote). Qualified candidates residing in the Netherlands or EU/EEA, willing to relocate at own expense. No visa sponsorship.

€3,447 - €5,183 gross (scale 9, depending on experience, 36 hours/week).

Company

Part of Oxfam confederation active in 90 countries, focusing on systemic change for equality, tackling inequality roots through partnerships and advocacy.

What you will do

• Contribute to influencing civic space via policy advocacy and lobbying in the Netherlands, Europe, and globally where relevant to Dutch role.
• Cooperate with Oxfam teams, partners, and stakeholders on mainstreaming civic space and rights.
• Review and update lobbying strategy/action plan with Engagement Department.
• Provide technical/strategic advice on civic space mainstreaming to goal-oriented units and partners.
• Connect Dutch issues to European influencing via OI Brussels and Oxfam in Europe groups.
• Represent hirify.global on Dutch platforms/campaigns like Goedezaak, Goede Doelen, Artikel 5.

Requirements

• Excellent written & spoken Dutch (essential) and English skills.
• Residing in Netherlands or EU/EEA; willing to relocate at own expense; no visa sponsorship.
• Degree in relevant field (international relations, development, political science, etc.) and academic working capacity.
• At least 8 years experience defending/promoting civic space, human rights, democracy in government/private sector influencing.
• Strong skills in advocacy/lobbying, including multilateral/private sector; understanding of human rights frameworks.
• Networking with movements/activists; analytical/writing skills; strategy/program development experience.
• Result-oriented; planning/organizing/communication skills; willingness to travel.

Culture & Benefits

• Guided by core values: Empowerment, Accountability, Inclusiveness, Courage, Solidarity, Equality.
• Work according to Feminist Principles.
• Hybrid work (50/50); attractive benefits including year-end allowance, yearly pay increase per Collective Labor Agreement.
• Priority on mental well-being with trainings, webinars, free professional support via OpenUp.
• Temporary position covering maternity leave (1 July 2026 - 31 October 2026).