ppThe bAdvocacy Officer /bsits within SOS MEDITERRANEE’s Advocacy and Operational Communications (AOC) Department. The Coordinator is part of the advocacy team and reports to the bHead of Advocacy and Public Positionings /b. /p pThe current Advocacy Coordinator will be on unpaid leave for three months; SOS MEDITERRANEE is seeking a coordinator to ensure continuity of the advocacy team's evidence, data, and positioning work during this period. Given the short-term nature of the role, this gap-fill position will focus on a defined set of priority areas rather than the full scope of the permanent role. /p pThe Advocacy Officer works with the support of the Operations team and collaborates with: /p ul lipThe onboard crew, mainly Deputy Search and Rescue (SAR) Coordinators and post-rescue team members (protection/medical team) /p /li lipThe air crew, mainly the Air Logistic and Liaison Officer (ALLO) and the Head of Mission /p /li lipShore team members, including the Operations Manager and the operational communications team. /p /li /ul h3KEY RESPONSIBILITIES /h3 h31. Data and evidence /h3 ul lipSupport the collection, organisation, and management of operational data and information, in close collaboration with onboard and onshore teams, using SOS MEDITERRANEE's existing data collection protocols and tools. /p /li lipHelp maintain existing systems and processes for storing and organising advocacy-related operational data and documentation. /p /li lipSupport the collection and documentation of operational data and survivor testimonies, upholding informed consent, safeguarding, and data protection standards. /p /li /ul h32.



Public positionings and advocacy materials /h3 ul lipMonitor developments in SAR and migration policy and draft internal briefing notes and short analytical updates on relevant political and policy developments. /p /li lipSupport the production of advocacy materials – reports, briefing notes, talking points – drawing on existing positionings and operational data. /p /li /ul h33. Advocacy activities, external and internal engagement /h3 ul lipContribute to internal communication on advocacy initiatives within the organisation. /p /li lipWhen requested and with the support of the Head of Advocacy, represent SOS MEDITERRANEE at select external meetings with NGO networks, working groups, and coalitions active in the SAR, maritime, and humanitarian sectors. /p /li /ul h3Diploma(s) and certification(s) /h3 ul lipMaster's degree in Law, International Relations, Humanitarian Affairs, Political Science or related university degree. /p /li /ul h3Work experience /h3 ul lipAt least 3 years of work experience in advocacy, in international development contexts /p /li lipExperience in SAR and/or migration contexts is an added value /p /li /ul h3Technical expertise /h3 ul lipKnowledge of migration dynamics in the Central Mediterranean and broader European migration context /p /li lipExperience supporting data collection and management processes,



and using quantitative and qualitative data to inform advocacy work /p /li lipSolid research and writing skills, with the ability to synthesise information into clear briefing notes, memos, and other advocacy materials /p /li lipGood understanding of humanitarian principles, ethics, and responsible data standards /p /li lipProficient in MS Office and standard collaboration tools (MS Teams, SharePoint); working knowledge of Excel for data management, with familiarity with data platforms such as Kobo a plus /p /li /ul h3Languages /h3 ul lipExcellent command of English, minimum C1 proficiency level /p /li lipKnowledge of Italian , French, German are an added value /p /li /ul h3Interpersonal competencies /h3 ul lipSound teamwork experience /p /li lipSelf-motivated, enthusiastic, autonomous /p /li lipCapacity to work with remote teams /p /li lipAbility to cope with uncertainty and frequent change of plans /p /li lipAbility to get up to speed quickly given the short-term nature of the role /p /li /ul h3CONDITIONS /h3 ul lipThree-month, fixed-term contract (gap fill covering unpaid leave) /p /li lipStarting date of contract :as soon as possible /p /li lipPreferably based in Marseille’s office, Paris’s office or remote position in Berlin, Milan or Rome /p /li lipNecessary to have a valid work permit to work within the EU /p /li lipThe salary and contractual conditions will be defined according to country of posting/third sector salary /p /li lipClosing date: september 25th /p /li /ul pSOS MEDITERRANEE is committed to promoting an inclusive workplace and actively fights against all forms of discrimination. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 ADVOCACY OFFICER— 3-MONTH GAP FILL (Milano)
🏢 Sos Mediterranee
📍 Milano