It is a critical time for women’s health and rights. Are you the policy and advocacy expert that can drive support for women’s health and midwifery at a global level? Do you have expertise in developing advocacy strategies, analysing policy and engaging with stakeholders at all levels, from grassroots projects with member associations to government and global partners? Join ICM and drive policy change at the forefront of global health!
About ICM
The International Confederation of Midwives (ICM), is hiring a new policy lead (32 hours) at their office in the Hague. Below you can find the role description. You can find the role on their website here.
Your Impact as Policy Lead
The Policy Lead is a key member of the Advocacy & Communications team, responsible for leading ICM’s policy and advocacy activities.
Key responsibilities include:
- Advocacy Strategy Development and Implementation: writing and implementing advocacy strategies to drive action on midwifery and sexual, reproductive, maternal, newborn and adolescent health (SRMNAH)
- Policy Analysis and Engagement: monitor developments, identify opportunities and building relationships.
- Member Support and relationship Building: build the capacity of our members to advocate for themselves and drive policy change in-country
- Campaign Leadership and Coalition Engagement: plan impactful campaigns from grassroots to the highest level
What You’ll Bring
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in policy or advocacy related to midwifery, SRMNAH, gender, global or public health
- In depth understanding of political, legislative and regulatory environments
- Sophisticated analytical skills
- Experience in preparing high quality written communications for a range of audiences
- A self-starter with a flexible, pragmatic approach
Candidates must be based in the Netherlands and have the eligibility to work.
Benefits
Why You Should Apply
- Impactful Role: use your policy expertise to make a significant contribution to enhancing the sexual and reproductive health of women, their newborns and their families.
- Location & Benefits: work in the heart of The Hague, in a supportive environment, with competitive compensation ranging from EUR 2,672 – 3,339* (for 32 h/week), 8% holiday pay, 13th-month bonus and pension scheme without employee contributions.
- Work-Life Balance: benefit from a flexible work policy including hybrid work to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
- Growth Opportunities: enjoy the benefits of working in a small team where you can learn and grow with colleagues each day, as well as the opportunity to enroll in formal professional development activities.
*The salary offer will depend on the selected candidate’s skills and experience in relation to the requirements for the role.
Application process
Ready to take on this challenge? Click on ‘I’m interested’ below and submit your CV and cover letter before 9 November 2025. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
