Advocacy Officer

An Advocacy Officer is responsible for representing and promoting the interests of a particular group, organisation, or cause. This role is common in charities, NGOs, and public sector bodies. Advocacy Officers work to influence policy, raise public awareness, and drive social change through campaigns, research, and stakeholder engagement. Day-to-day tasks include preparing policy briefs, meeting with decision-makers, organising awareness events, and communicating through media channels and social networks. Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups, are key to success in this role.