Advocacy Department Manager
7amleh
- חיפה Ramallah, West Bank
- משרה קבועה
- משרה מלאה
Do you have a strong record of delivering impactful advocacy strategies?
Can you lead a diverse, high-performing team and engage with decision-makers at the highest levels?If so, 7amleh – The Arab Center for the Advancement of Social Media, invites you to bring your skills and leadership to our mission.About 7amleh7amleh is a leading non-profit organization advocating for Palestinian digital rights. Our mission is to ensure a safe, fair, and free digital space for Palestinians.We research and document violations of digital rights, provide training in activism and digital security, and run targeted advocacy campaigns at the local, regional, and international levels.7amleh is a Freedom of Expression Award winning organization that holds ECOSOC consultative status, we regularly engage with the United Nations Human Rights Council and lead advocacy efforts in Brussels, Washington D.C., and other global capitals. We also work directly with major technology companies, including Meta, X, TikTok, and Google, to challenge censorship and protect Palestinian digital spaces.7amleh is recognized across the region and internationally as a key voice on digital rights in Palestine and the SWANA region, and is an active member of networks such as IFEX, APC, GMH, GNI, and more.The RoleWe are seeking an experienced Advocacy Department Manager to lead our advocacy work at the highest strategic level. You will oversee a dedicated team of 3–5 staff members and drive 7amleh’s global advocacy agenda.In this role, you will:
- Lead the design and implementation of impactful advocacy strategies.
- Coordinate with the Policy Manager to ensure campaigns are informed by robust, evidence-based positions.
- Represent 7amleh with senior officials, international organizations, media outlets, major technology companies, and within international coalitions.
- Shape public discourse on Palestinian digital rights in key political and media arenas worldwide.
- Work arrangement: Flexible schedule; remote (if based in a European capital, preferably Brussels) or in-person at 7amleh’s offices in Haifa or Ramallah.
- Contract type: Permanent, with long-term commitment.
- Salary range: €45,000 – €60,000 annually, depending on experience and location.
- Minimum 4–5 years of advocacy and policy work in human rights.
- Proven leadership and team management experience.
- Demonstrated success in strategic advocacy with measurable impact.
- Strong track record in engaging high-level decision-makers in government, tech, and civil society.
- Experience working within global or regional advocacy networks.
- Exceptional project management and organizational skills.
- Proven ability to produce policy briefs, position papers, and evidence-based advocacy materials.
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to translate research into strategy.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; confident public speaker.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and adapt to evolving priorities.
- Willingness to travel internationally
- Strong understanding of the Palestinian context.
- Passion for defending digital rights.
- Proficiency in Arabic (with strong writing skills).
- Proficiency in Hebrew.
- Knowledge of digital rights frameworks and challenges.
- Experience with Palestinian civil society, human rights, or media institutions.
- Experience managing media or advocacy campaigns.
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