Director of Advocacy, External Engagement & Partnerships

About the role

The Advocacy, External Engagement and Partnerships Director will lead World Vision Burundi’s national advocacy agenda, drive strategic campaigns, and build collaborative partnerships to advance child protection and sustainable development goals.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement a national advocacy, campaigns and external engagement plan, integrating gender and policy priorities.
• Lead the creation of a strategic partnership framework with national church associations and field operations.
• Provide oversight for major policy and advocacy initiatives, ensuring compliance with World Vision standards.
• Coach and manage a high‑performing Policy and Advocacy team, fostering learning and innovation.
• Promote World Vision Burundi as a leader in child well‑being and child rights through research and regional collaboration.
• Integrate advocacy across all technical programmes and support continuous learning and peer‑to‑peer exchange.
• Scale field evidence to influence national and regional policy discussions.

Required profile

• Extensive experience in advocacy, campaign management, and partnership development within the humanitarian or development sector.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to build and mentor multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong strategic thinking, policy analysis, and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
• Commitment to World Vision’s Christian values and child‑focused mission.

Required skills