Manager of Policy & Advocacy - The Wellbeing Foundation Africa Research and Development Unit at The Wellbeing Foundation Africa (WBFA)

Position Summary:

• The Manager, Policy & Advocacy, will work closely with the Senior Manager and Director to advance WBFA’s policy and advocacy efforts. As part of the Research and Development Unit, this role will support research activities, policy development, and stakeholder engagement to enhance maternal, newborn, and child health outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

Policy Development and Advocacy:

• Assist in implementing WBFA’s policy advocacy strategy.
• Support engagement with government agencies and other stakeholders to influence policy decisions.
• Draft policy briefs, position papers, and advocacy materials.

Advocacy:

• Support advocacy campaigns, ensuring alignment with WBFA’s goals.
• Assist in developing advocacy materials and engaging with relevant stakeholders.
• Help coordinate events and activities related to WBFA’s advocacy efforts.

Research and Analysis:

• Conduct background research to inform WBFA’s policy positions.
• Analyze data and trends related to maternal, newborn, and child health policy.

Programme Coordination:

• Support integration of policy and advocacy efforts within WBFA programmes.
• Monitor programme effectiveness and contribute to reporting on advocacy impact.

Representation and Communication:

• Represent WBFA in relevant policy discussions and forums.
• Support internal and external communications related to policy initiatives.

Example Deliverables:

• Assist in implementing advocacy initiatives.
• Produce policy briefs and analysis reports.
• Organize stakeholder engagement events.
• Support development of advocacy toolkits.
• Monitor and report on policy advocacy progress.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Public Policy, Public Health, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in policy research, advocacy, or programme coordination.
• Strong analytical and writing skills.
• Experience engaging with policymakers and advocacy networks.