Principal / Senior Specialist (Advocacy)

Overview
Principal Specialist, Women and Family (Advocacy)
The incumbent will play a crucial role in strengthening NTUC Women and Family Unit's (U WAF) capacity to influence policy, drive advocacy, and create awareness across various platforms. This position will lead efforts that directly address the needs of women workers and caregivers, positioning WAF as a leader in creating progressive workplaces and ensuring consistent, impactful communication across all levels.
Responsibilities
Policy Influence:
Develop and implement strategies to influence policy decisions related to women at work, family-friendly workplaces, and caregiver support. Research and analyze current policies affecting women workers and caregivers. Draft policy papers, position statements, and recommendations. Engage with policymakers, stakeholders, and partners to advocate for progressive workplace policies.
Stakeholder Engagement:
Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders internally (unions, policy division) to engage with government bodies, employers, and other stakeholders to advocate for policies that promote progressive workplaces and support women’s career advancement. Develop and execute comprehensive communication plans across various channels to raise awareness of WAF’s advocacy efforts and key issues affecting women in the workforce.
Research and Analysis:
Conduct research to identify emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities in the landscape of women’s employment and caregiving and use this data to inform advocacy strategies.
Partnership Development:
Establish and nurture relationships with external partners, including NGOs, academic institutions, and corporate allies, to support WAF’s advocacy goals. Design and lead advocacy campaigns that mobilize support for WAF’s initiatives, ensuring alignment with broader organizational goals.
Requirements
Degree holder with at least 10 years of working experience
Strong interest and understanding of issues and challenges of working women
Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Able to think critically and is resourceful with ability to perform in fast paced environment
Has an outgoing personality and enjoy interacting with people from all walks of life
A good communicator and team player
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Writing/Editing, Strategy/Planning, and Research
Industries
Non-profit Organizations and Civic and Social Organizations
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