Key Responsibilities:
Government Policy Strategy:
Develop and refine a comprehensive global policy strategy that outlines clear pathways for government adoption and integration of UPG programs in Village Enterprise’s target countries.
Conduct in-depth research and analysis of the political, economic, and social contexts in target countries to identify opportunities and barriers to UPG adoption.
Develop a robust evidence base that demonstrates the impact and cost-effectiveness of UPG, drawing on Village Enterprise’s extensive program data and external research.
Advocacy Enablement:
Create persuasive policy briefs, position papers, talking points, and presentations that equip Village Enterprise representatives to effectively advocate for UPG with government officials.
Develop comprehensive toolkits and training materials to build the capacity of our teams to engage in policy dialogues and negotiations with government stakeholders.
Position Village Enterprise as a thought leader in UPG and innovative financing through publications, media coverage, conferences, and webinars.
Stay abreast of the latest policy developments and research in poverty alleviation to inform our advocacy strategies and ensure our messaging is current and relevant.
Strategic Partnerships:
Identify and cultivate strategic partnerships with key government agencies, research institutions, and think tanks to amplify our policy influence and reach.
Collaborate with partner organizations to develop joint advocacy initiatives and policy recommendations that advance the UPG agenda.
Represent Village Enterprise in relevant policy working groups and coalitions to build consensus and drive collective action on poverty graduation.
Innovative Financing:
Collaborate with the innovative financing team to ensure that policy advocacy efforts align with and support our results-based financing initiatives.
Contribute to the development of policy recommendations that incentivize government adoption of results-based financing for poverty alleviation programs.
Identify and pursue opportunities to leverage innovative financing mechanisms to scale up UPG programs in partnership with governments.
Policy Impact & Learning:
Track and analyze government policies and programs related to poverty reduction and UPG to identify opportunities for engagement and advocacy.
Develop and implement a robust framework to assess the impact of Village Enterprise’s policy advocacy work on government adoption and implementation of UPG.
Prepare regular reports for senior leadership and the board, highlighting progress towards government partnership goals and identifying areas for improvement.
Indicators of Success for this role:
Policy Influence: Number of policy documents, strategies, or plans that incorporate UPG principles or recommendations as a result of Village Enterprise’s advocacy efforts.
Evidence Utilization: Number of instances where Village Enterprise’s research and data are cited or referenced in government policy discussions or decisions.
Partnership Strength: Number and quality of strategic partnerships established with government agencies, research institutions, and think tanks to advance UPG.
Innovative Financing Integration: Number of government partnerships that incorporate innovative financing mechanisms, such as results-based financing, for UPG implementation.
Qualifications:
Education: Advanced degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Law, Development Studies, or a related field.
Experience: Minimum of 7+ years of progressively responsible experience in policy development, advocacy, and government relations, with demonstrated experience in international or multi-country contexts.
Apply via :
villageenterprise.careers.flair.hr
Leave a Reply