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Contract :                              6 months

Starting Date :                      15th October 2020

Location :                              Brussels

Job objective :

Support the implementation of specific advocacy projects forward in coordination with the ISN Advocacy Manager and ISN Advocacy Director

Primary Activities

• Contribute to the planning and implementation of the ISN’s advocacy strategy and campaigns in coordination with the ISN Advocacy Director
• Engage in stakeholder/issue mapping and research to identify relevant advocacy opportunities and challenges for ISN
• Contribute to and participate in relevant stakeholder consultations or other similar engagement opportunities as instructed by the ISN Advocacy Director
• Coordinate  seminars, workshops, roundtable discussions and other external events
• Draft presentations, speeches, press releases and social media updates for both internal and external audiences
• Recording minutes of the meetings  and prepare leadership reports for various internal
• Work collaboratively with other ISN Departments (research, events, education) to organize multi-department projects and leverage existing ISN projects and opportunities
• Support the ISN Advocacy team in various administrative and governance tasks – e.g. liaising with members, supporting Working Groups and Regional Boards

Required/desired Skills

• University Degree in Politics, International Relations or Communications is desirable
• 3 years’ experience in the health policy sector; ideally within a membership body
• Knowledge of international health issues; ideally in the area of non-communicable diseases
• C2 level written and spoken English
• Demonstrable advocacy skills and good understanding of the health policy discourse
• Proven ability to produce results within tight deadlines and under pressure
• Multi‐cultural mindset and awareness
• Strong digital skills - excellent with power point, excel and social media)
• Previous experience with CRM (customer relationship management) software -  e.g. Salesforce and Member Suite – is desirable
• Experienced team player whilst also able to work independently and under own initiative
• Willingness to work flexibly – both time and location
• Previous experience in large scale event organization is desirable

About the ISN

Since its foundation in 1960, the International Society of Nephrology (ISN) has pursued the worldwide advancement of education, science and patient care in nephrology.

The Society represents a wide international network and provides an efficient platform for timely scientific exchange, debate and dissemination between healthcare professionals around the world. It is also dedicated to addressing the disparity between the developing and developed worlds in the research, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of kidney disease.

The ISN has 10,000 professional members from more than 126 countries. In addition, it closely collaborates with over 70 national and regional nephrology societies worldwide, representing about 20,000 professionals. The ISN continues to develop and consolidate several programs, initiatives and partnerships that will help to further deliver on its two overarching goals: reducing the incidence and impact of kidney disease worldwide, and making the society a leading international organization for all issues related to the science and practice of nephrology.

The International Society of Nephrology offers a convenient, central Brussels location, a collegial, international and innovative work environment, a competitive salary and excellent benefits according to Belgian law.

How to apply :

The candidate must hold a valid working permit for Belgium.

If this sounds like your profile, please send your CV in English and ONE PAGE cover letter setting out how your past experience fits you for the role described above.

Please send your application to: jobs@theisn.org  with your Name and Advocacy Officer in the email subject.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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