Job Openings at a Foremost Business Membership Organisation

Job Description

• The Associate Director (AD) for Research, Policy and Advocacy (RPA) is responsible for leading research portfolio, policy analysis and advocacy.
• The AD manages the provision of analysis, advice and support for specified programmes of the organization.
• The AD oversees diverse contractual engagements with research partners and coordinates relationships with stakeholders and varied networks focused on research and policy.
• Duties will involve local and international travels

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the development of policy briefs, learning projects including submissions or initiatives on current issues of interest to public & private sector organizations.
• Advance the organizations relationships with strategic partners and research institutes and advocacy coalitions to enhance, influence and impact in specified areas of development/operations.
• Author and /or co-author research, policy and advocacy publications for national and regional benefits.
• Will be responsible to the DG/CEO

Basic Requirements

• At least a Masters-level degree or (PhD) in Economics, Political Science & Public Policy Development;
• Past experience working for (or closely with) major development organizations, especially international agencies with at least 5 years in senior executive position leading a relevant (RPA) department.
• Experience in research and development of complex national & global issues will be of advantage.
• Excellent writing skills with a proven ability to provide clarity and succinctness on communiques.
• Very strong interpersonal and communication skills, vibrant professional networks within global knowledge and management community.
• Age should be 40-55 years old.
• Ability to work within tight schedule
• Candidate should have a strong knowledge/capacity in ICT

Remuneration and Condition of Service
The remuneration and condition of service will be commensurate with similar senior positions in other organisation of this stature.