Advocacy /Policy Manager NGO Jobs Kenya

The right candidate for this manager-level position will be able to design and develop pathways to increase the use of evidence by civil society campaigners demanding accountability from those who make decisions, as well as by decision-makers themselves, at the sub-national, national or even regional levels.

She or he will be comfortable with tight deadlines requiring thoughtful translation of research findings into forward-looking recommendations that can lead to smarter policymaking, improved resource targeting and better service delivery – ultimately achieving impact by transforming the lives of communities.

This role will be evenly divided between two portfolios of work: improving coverage of safely managed sanitation services for urban populations; and achieving a more equitable and inclusive approach to quality sexual and reproductive health care for adolescents, women seeking safe abortions and sexual and gender minorities.

Both portfolios address sensitive, often contentious topics in sub-Saharan Africa, even as the failure to address the challenges in reaching these marginalized populations is stalling meaningful social and economic development.

Key responsibilities of the role include