Purpose of the position
This position supports the Africa Regional Director, with guidance from the Global External Affairs team. The aim is to develop a high awareness of DNDi and its mission amount key policy and advocacy stakeholders in the region, engage influential partners, and drive effective initiatives to accelerate the political momentum for biomedical innovation to meet the needs of neglected patients.
Specific job responsibilities
Advocacy and outreach – 80%
Undertake mapping of relevant key stakeholders in the region for outreach prioritization
Contribute to the development of the public affairs strategy for target countries
Support outreach to government contacts., and the development and cultivation of relevant partnerships at local, national, and regional level
Project manage all advocacy and outreach related engagements, visits, and events in the region
Communications & learning materials–20%
Support the development of briefings and other content to be used in advocacy and outreach
Support the development of presentation and learning materials and participate in conferences, workshops, and other external events as requested to advance advocacy goals
Reporting line
S/he reports to the Director, Africa Regional Office
Close working relationship with the DNDi Global External Affairs team
Job requirements
Skills and attributes
Very good communication and analytical skills, well organized, and structured
Ability to work effectively as part of a multicultural team and in multicultural, multi-lingual environments
Ability to use initiative, prioritize, multi-task, and work well under pressure to meet deadlines
Clear and systematic thinking that demonstrates good judgment and problem-solving competencies
Ability to contribute to the project delivery under minimum supervision
Experience
At least three to five years of demonstrated relevant experience in advocacy, stakeholder engagement, and/or policy development in the international development or global health sector, preferably in Eastern Africa
Experience in advocacy and outreach in Africa. Experience in the East African context a plus.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in international relations, public health, communications, public relations, public affairs, or a related field, or demonstrably equivalent experience through grassroots engagement
Other Requirements
Regional travel up to 25%
Other information
10 months consultancy contract, possibility for renewal
To apply
Please submit your application using the online form
Deadline for application: Accepting applications until 7 February 2020
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Application submission for this position may close early if we have enough suitable applicants
