Oxfam Economic Inequality Policy and Advocacy Lead Job 2026
Oxfam is inviting applications for an Economic Inequality Policy and Advocacy Lead position, offering an opportunity to contribute to global efforts addressing economic inequality, poverty and social justice. The role is a temporary, full-time position and can be based in a flexible location where Oxfam is able to establish and maintain a contract.
The organisation has indicated that candidates based in the Global South are strongly preferred, making this an opportunity of particular interest to experienced policy, advocacy and development professionals working across Africa, Asia, Latin America and other regions.
Job Title: Economic Inequality Policy and Advocacy Lead
Organisation: Oxfam
Job Type: Temporary, Full-time
Location: Flexible; Global South strongly preferred
Application Deadline: 2 October 2026
About the Role
The postholder will work closely with issue and thematic leads within Oxfam’s inequality campaign. The role will involve collaboration with Oxfam affiliates, country and regional teams, external stakeholders and media organisations.
A major focus of the position will be supporting Oxfam’s work on economic inequality policy, research and advocacy. The successful candidate will engage with country teams, regional platforms and affiliates to help strengthen policy and advocacy efforts addressing inequality.
The position also involves regular communication with key internal and external stakeholders. This requires the postholder to contribute to coordinated advocacy activities while ensuring that relevant stakeholders receive timely updates and information.
Key Responsibilities
The Economic Inequality Policy and Advocacy Lead will work across Oxfam’s global network and collaborate with colleagues involved in inequality campaigns and thematic work.
Key areas of the role include supporting economic inequality policy development, research and advocacy across Oxfam affiliates and country programmes.
The postholder will also engage with regional platforms and country teams to provide support on economic inequality priorities. This may include helping teams develop advocacy approaches, strengthening policy messages and supporting engagement with relevant external stakeholders.
Another important part of the role is maintaining effective communication with internal and external audiences. The successful candidate will regularly communicate and provide updates to stakeholders involved in Oxfam’s inequality work.
About Oxfam
Oxfam is an international organisation working to address poverty, inequality and injustice. The organisation responds to emergencies, works with local organisations and partners, and supports communities affected by crises.
Beyond humanitarian response, Oxfam works with activists and partners to campaign on issues including economic justice, gender justice, climate justice and accountable governance.
Oxfam’s work is focused on building a more equal and just future where people have greater opportunities and rights. The organisation works through partnerships and advocacy to support sustainable change and transformation.
Location and Contract
This is a temporary, full-time vacancy. Oxfam states that the position can be based in a flexible location where the organisation can establish and maintain a contract.
Candidates based in the Global South are strongly preferred.
Because the position involves working with country teams, regional platforms, affiliates and external stakeholders, applicants should be prepared to work collaboratively across different geographical and organisational settings.
Who Should Apply?
The opportunity may be suitable for professionals with experience in economic inequality, public policy, advocacy, research, international development or related areas.
Candidates should carefully review the complete vacancy information and Oxfam’s requirements before applying. Applicants should also consider whether their location and employment circumstances meet the conditions specified for the position.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should visit the official Oxfam recruitment page to review the complete job description, application requirements and closing date.
Application Deadline: 2 October 2026
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Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline and ensure that all required information is included.
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