Vacancy for Policy and Government Engagement Support Personnel
JOB VACANCY AT EVIDENCE ACTION
Position: Policy and Government Engagement Support Personnel
Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time
Application Deadline: Not specified
ABOUT EVIDENCE ACTION
Evidence Action is a global health and development organisation focused on scaling up cost-effective, evidence-based interventions. One of its flagship programmes is the Deworm the World Initiative, which helps improve children’s health, education, and long-term livelihood opportunities.
JOB SUMMARY
Evidence Action is seeking a Policy and Government Engagement Support Personnel to strengthen relationships with government stakeholders and support evidence-based policy change in Nigeria.
The successful candidate will conduct policy research, coordinate government engagements, prepare communication materials, document stakeholder activities, and support the adoption and expansion of effective public health and development interventions.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Conduct research on government policies, programmes, and legislative developments relevant to public health and development.
Review policy documents and government reports and prepare policy briefs, background notes, and recommendations.
Monitor government developments and maintain updated records of ministries, departments, agencies (MDAs), government officials, and key stakeholders.
Coordinate meetings with government officials and prepare briefing notes, presentations, talking points, and meeting materials.
Host stakeholder meetings, draft follow-up correspondence, and prepare meeting reports.
Build and maintain professional relationships with government representatives and other relevant stakeholders.
Track policy engagement activities, meetings, communications, and advocacy outcomes.
Prepare professional presentations and communication materials using tools such as Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and Canva.
Support policy impact documentation, case studies, administrative tasks, and other team activities.
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, Psychology, Political Science, International Development, Public Health, Development Studies, Communications, or a related field.
At least 2 years of experience in stakeholder engagement, government relations, public relations, administrative support, policy, or advocacy-related work.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Knowledge of Hausa is an advantage but is not compulsory.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders at different levels.
Experience preparing presentations, briefing notes, professional correspondence, and meeting reports.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and presentation tools such as Canva.
Strong research, organisational, time-management, and record-keeping skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and follow up persistently on appointments and stakeholder requests.
Professionalism, discretion, attention to detail, and the ability to handle confidential information.
Ability to take quality photographs and short videos during meetings and events for documentation purposes.
Applicants must be Nigerian citizens or have valid work authorization.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the official job listing below:
Application Deadline: Not specified. Interested applicants are encouraged to check the official listing for updates.
