About Dev-Afrique Development Advisors
Dev-Afrique Development Advisors is an African-led, Africa-based social-impact organization of strategy, policy and development professionals committed to solving complex challenges on the African continent. Dev-Afrique’s goal is to be the leading catalyst for sustainable development in Africa, recognized for our unwavering commitment to excellence, integrity, and innovation in creating a brighter future for all. Through our partnership with DevGlobal and DevIndia and networks across African countries, we provide high-level advisory, develop unique strategies and drive local implementation in Sub-Saharan Africa for global non-profit organizations and corporations.
From a policy / public affairs perspective, Dev-Afrique provides clients with a range of services, including policy tracking and analysis, advocacy, stakeholder management, regulatory compliance, regulatory disputes resolution and strategic events management.
About the Position
We seek an early-stage career person interested in policy, governance, research and strategy, to help us continue our growth and provide unique perspectives on projects that we manage. The role will involve policy tracking, research, strategy development and consultations with a wide range of stakeholders (including government officials) on a wide range of policy projects.
Responsibilities
- Monitor, report and obtain policy documents (i.e. laws, regulations, standards, guidelines, circulars, directions, etc.) across the African continent.
- Conduct research and analysis on policy, political and governance-related issues that could affect our clients in Nigeria and Africa.
- Review and evaluate policy documents, to determine benefits of and / or concerns with the policy, and proffer suggestions to improve the policy.
- Infer and present research findings in clear and concise reports, briefs, and other formats.
- Work with our expert team to plan and implement projects in Nigeria and across Africa.
- Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders and maintain industry awareness
Requirements
- Minimum of undergraduate degree in law, policy, statistics, political science and other related field
- Minimum of two years’ experience
- Experience working with regulators / government agencies, non-governmental organisations, or other policy-related stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Familiarity with research and analysis tools, as well as computer software programs (spreadsheets, word processors, databases, and statistical packages).
Position will require travel within Nigeria and occasional travel within Africa.
Useful Skills
- Good understanding of the policy environment across countries in Africa
- High organisational and time-management skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Good interpersonal and social skills, with a strong ability to contribute positively to a team environment.
- Ability to sit in front of a computer screen for long hours at a time.
Our Offering
Dev-Afrique offers more than just a job. It is a transformative experience. Join our diverse community and immerse yourself in projects that seek to shape the future of Africa. At Dev-Afrique, you will find a supportive environment that values your unique perspectives, nurtures creativity, and promotes collaboration.
Our compensation package is competitive with the consulting industry in Africa. In addition to our base salary provision, we also offer the following:
- Pension contribution from employer
- Annual life assurance
- Individual medical and dental coverage
- Flexible working environment
- Leave allowance
- Paid sick leave
- Communications allowance
- Convenience allowance
- Health & fitness allowance
