LBQ Programme Officer (Human Rights)

About the role

Iranti is looking to appoint a LBQ Officer to join its dynamic and hard‑working team. The role requires a fierce feminist with experience and passion for LBQ women’s rights and broader human‑rights advocacy.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement the LBQ strategy aligned with Iranti’s overall programme and advocacy plan.
• Coordinate research, media and programme work for the LBQ constituency and produce a comprehensive work‑plan matrix.
• Build, maintain and advise on strategic partnerships to influence policy outcomes for LBQ women.
• Monitor and advise on emerging legislation affecting the LBQ community across the continent.
• Manage performance of programme and advocacy interns and support their professional development.
• Assist the Programmes Manager with budgeting, monthly narrative and financial reporting and provide data for monitoring and evaluation.

Required profile

• Demonstrated commitment to Iranti’s mission and a proven record of delivering effective advocacy campaigns.
• Strong technical advocacy and stakeholder‑management abilities.
• Self‑identified Queer feminist with an understanding of intersectionality.
• In‑depth knowledge of the LBQ sector and the specific advocacy issues facing LBQ women.
• Well‑established networks within the LBQ and human‑rights community.
• Excellent research, writing, presentation and project‑management skills.

What we offer

• Dynamic work environment with opportunities for career growth.
• Motivated team that encourages implementation of your own ideas.
• Ability to work for one of Africa’s leading trans, lesbian and intersex human‑rights NGOs.
• Full‑time position with medical and provident‑fund benefits.