Government Relations Adviser
International Youth Federation · Other · 1mo ago
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- Global stipend
- No home office or equipment budget mentioned.
- Annual retreat
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About the role
Under the supervision of the Chief of Protocol and Liaison Services, the Government Relations Adviser advocates for and promotes the strategic interests of the IYF across inter-governmental and inter-agency forums. This voluntary, part-time position (3–7 hours per week) involves advising senior management, drafting briefing notes and talking points, and engaging with potential member state institutions to foster diplomatic collaboration and advance youth empowerment initiatives.
What you'll do
- Coordinate and support IYF's participation in global inter-disciplinary working groups and inter-governmental negotiations.
- Prepare periodic briefing notes, speeches, and talking points on youth policy developments for senior leadership.
- Build and maintain alliances with potential member countries by networking with government institutions.
- Develop roadmaps and recommendations to mobilize political will and policy support for the youth empowerment agenda.
- Represent IYF at formal inter-governmental meetings and informal consultations as required.
What you bring
- Background or preferred experience in international relations, development cooperation, partnership mobilization, or youth empowerment.
- Effective oral and written communication and coordination skills.
- Ability to interact cordially with diverse international communities and government representatives.
- Strong skills in computer applications, internet research, social media, and information systems.
- Ability to commit 3–7 flexible hours per week on a voluntary basis.
About International Youth Federation
The International Youth Federation (IYF) is an international non-profit youth network governed by Swiss Civil Code, operating in over 50 countries to connect young people to resources, advocacy, and empowerment opportunities.
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