Head of Advocacy and Evidencing

HelpAge International (www.helpage.org) is the secretariat to the HelpAge Global Network, which brings together a wide range of organisations and individuals working to promote the rights and meet the needs of older women and men, nationally and/or internationally.About the Job

The Head of Advocacy & Evidencing provides strategic leadership and organisational accountability for HelpAge’s global advocacy, policy and research agendas, ensuring that external engagement is grounded in rigorous evidence, shaped by the lived experiences of older people, and aligned with organisational priorities.

Key areas for impact/influence and responsibilities

To deliver impact, the Head of Advocacy & Evidencing will:

Lead the delivery and evolution of HelpAge’s global advocacy and research agenda, ensuring it reflects lived experience and drives progress on rights, inclusion, and equity for older people.
Strengthen the capacities of network members and older people to lead and participate meaningfully in advocacy efforts, and ensure inclusive engagement in the design and implementation of influencing strategies.
Cultivate strategic partnerships with policy, academic, and research institutions to co-produce high-quality, policy-relevant evidence and promote HelpAge’s thought leadership on rights, healthy ageing, humanitarian inclusion, and social protection.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership and Advocacy