Program Officer (Stakeholder Engagement) at Policy Innovation Centre

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with team members to create comprehensive project plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Provide end-to-end technical project management support from project design to initiation, implementation, completion, documentation, and closure.
• Coordinate the development of an overall strategy for structured engagement with key stakeholders to implement the project’s strategic aims and objectives.
• Identify, initiate, and build relationships with partner institutions and agencies relevant to supporting the project and implementing the Stakeholder Engagement strategy.
• Work with the project team to research and develop training curricula and packages for various stakeholders for successful project implementation.
• Support the development of capacity-building programs for stakeholders to increase their awareness and involvement in GBV policy processes.
• Coordinate with internal and external partners to deliver training sessions, workshops, and capacity-building activities related to the project.
• Represent the Policy Innovation Centre in various events and related fora relevant to stakeholder engagement.
• Seek feedback from stakeholders to inform project improvements and ensure their perspectives are considered.
• Stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and governance standards, and advise on compliance matters.
• Maintain accurate documentation of program activities, expenses, and impact for internal records and external reporting.

Qualifications/Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Education, Social Sciences, International Development, Public Health, or related field.
• 3-5 years experience in stakeholder engagement, social/community development, or related discipline.
•   Experience working with a wide range of stakeholders to raise awareness and participation in initiatives.
• External representation and communication skills, excellent interpersonal communication, facilitation, and partnership-building skills.
• Cultural sensitivity and adaptability, ability to maintain effective and productive relationships with a wide range of program beneficiaries and stakeholders.