Associate Director, UN Advocacy (Humanitarian)

TL;DR

Associate Director, UN Advocacy (Humanitarian): Developing and implementing advocacy strategies to advance IRC's views and client interests within UN Secretariat agencies and the Security Council with an accent on policy tracking, high-level diplomatic engagement, and aid reform. Focus on influencing international responses to crises, providing thought leadership on innovative aid solutions, and managing strategic relationships with UN member states.

Location: Hybrid (New York, NY). Minimum 3 days per week required in office

Salary: $105,000 - $115,000

Company

The hirify.global is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations, helping people devastated by conflict and disaster.

What you will do

• Develop and implement advocacy strategies to influence the UN Security Council and Secretariat agencies.
• Track UNSC developments and conduct targeted outreach to member state missions.
• Represent IRC at high-level UN meetings, including the annual UN General Assembly.
• Provide UN-specific analysis to develop impactful and achievable policy priorities.
• Act as a spokesperson for IRC in meetings with UN Special Envoys, Rapporteurs, and the Secretary-General's office.
• Collaborate with global teams in New York, Geneva, London, Brussels, and field offices.

Requirements

• Graduate degree in Public Policy, Law, or International Relations.
• 6-8 years of experience in advocacy roles with a proven record of managing high-level relationships.
• Must be based in or authorized to work in the USA (New York HQ).
• Deep knowledge of humanitarian programming in conflict-driven settings and International Humanitarian Law.
• Extensive knowledge of UN processes including UNSC deliberations and IASC.
• Excellent writing skills and ability to synthesize complex data into policy narratives.

Nice to have

• Direct experience working within the United Nations or a UN Mission.
• Experience with peer organizations performing UN-facing advocacy.
• Specific knowledge of humanitarian organization operations.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work environment offering a balance of office and remote work.
• Comprehensive US benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 403b retirement savings plan with immediate employer matching.
• Generous time off: 20-25 paid days, 10 sick days, and 10 US holidays.
• Strong commitment to gender equality, diversity, and inclusion.