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Martin James FoundationHead of Communications and Advocacy
Aug. 2025
HelpAge InternationalHead of Policy, Advocacy and Communications
Oct. 2024 - Aug. 2025Lviv, Ukraine
HelpAge InternationalAdvocacy Manager
Jan. 2023 - Oct. 2024Lviv, UkraineLeading the Advocacy function in the Ukraine Country Office, I drive the HelpAge Ukraine advocacy strategy, working closely with global and regional colleagues to ensure its successful implementation. I develop, update, and disseminate key advocacy messaging on context-specific concerns. I actively engage with government, UN partners, NGOs, and coalitions, donors, and academia to promote awareness and understanding of the rights and needs of older people, leaving a lasting impression on decision-makers at all levels. I establish, maintain, and strengthen strategic advocacy networks and alliances, forging valuable connections that amplify our message and boost our impact.
UNICEFAdvocacy specialist (consultant)
Oct. 2021 - Oct. 2022New York, United StatesDesigned and delivered Advocacy Capacity Building Workshops, bespoke advocacy capacity building to UNICEF Country and Regional Offices, supported the development and implementation of advocacy strategies. Developed effective advocacy tools and templates. Updated the organization’s Advocacy Portal, documenting case studies and creating resources to promote cross-organizational advocacy learning.
HelpAge InternationalHumanitarian Advocacy Adviser
Jun. 2021 - Oct. 2021London, England, United Kingdom
Save the Children InternationalPolicy, Advocacy and Communications Senior Manager
Jan. 2019 - Feb. 2021occupied Palestinian territoryI headed up the Policy, Advocacy and Communications team in the country office and was a member of the Senior Management Team. I was also the advocacy lead for the Education Cluster in the occupied Palestinian territory (oPt), jointly led by UNICEF and Save the Children. I managed the external policy analysis and advocacy strategy development, supporting child protection in emergencies and education in emergencies programming, and humanitarian space issues. I was a champion for child participation in our advocacy.
Unicef UKSenior Policy & Advocacy Adviser (Trafficking and Exploitation)
Jun. 2017 - Jan. 2019London, United Kingdom
Terre des Hommes NetherlandsTechnical Expert Trafficking and Migration
Feb. 2016 - Jun. 2017Phnom Penh, Cambodia
World VisionEnd Trafficking in Persons Regional Project Manager
Aug. 2013 - Nov. 2015Laos
Children and Young People's Commissioner ScotlandPolicy Officer
Jan. 2010 - Jul. 2013Edinburgh, United Kingdom
NSPCCPolicy Adviser
Nov. 2009 - Dec. 2009London, United Kingdom
NSPCCCampaigns Development Adviser
Nov. 2008 - Nov. 2009London, United Kingdom
ECPAT UKCampaigns officer
Jun. 2007 - Nov. 2008London, United Kingdom
Save the Children UKPolicy Officer
Sep. 2005 - Jun. 2007London, United Kingdom
Save the Children UKRegional Policy and Advocacy Officer (EU)
Jul. 2004 - Sep. 2005London, United Kingdom
Save the ChildrenNational Child and Family Policy Adviser
Dec. 1999 - Sep. 2003Sofia, Bulgaria
The Christian Children’s Fund of Great Britain (EveryChild)Project Manager
Aug. 1999 - Dec. 1999Rakitovo, Bulgaria
Europe School for Foreign Languages and ManagementTeacher trainer
Oct. 1998 - Jul. 1999Stara Zagora, Bulgaria
Radio Stara Zagora, Bulgarian National RadioProducer and presenter of radio programmes
Jan. 1998 - Jun. 1999Stara Zagora, Bulgaria
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