Deloitte Human Capital Consulting – Our client, Nigeria Governors’ Forum, is a non-profit, non-partisan body representing the democratically elected governors of Nigeria. The policy hub aims to foster inclusiveness, uphold democratic values, and promote sustainable development at the sub-national level.
They are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Executive Director – Policy & Strategy
Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment type: Full-time
Job Description
- The Executive Director, Policy & Strategy will be responsible for leading the design, implementation, and evaluation of policy initiatives and strategic frameworks across the Nigerian Governors’ Forum (NGF).
- The role holder will ensure the development of evidence-based policies, alignment with national and sub-national priorities, and drive strategic programs to enhance governance effectiveness and intergovernmental coordination.
Core Responsibilities
Policy Development & Implementation:
- Lead the research, drafting, and dissemination of policy briefs, position papers, and strategic reports for the NGF.
- Ensure policy proposals align with national priorities and global best practices.
Strategic Planning & Execution:
- Design and implement the NGF’s strategic frameworks to foster collaboration among member states.
- Oversee the monitoring and evaluation of strategic initiatives to track progress and measure outcomes.
Stakeholder Engagement & Advocacy:
- Facilitate high-level engagements with federal and state government bodies, development partners, and civil society organizations.
- Lead advocacy efforts to influence policy reforms and legislative actions in alignment with NGF priorities.
Governance Advisory & Support:
- Provide technical assistance and policy advisory to state governors on critical governance issues.
- Develop and implement policy dialogues and peer-learning platforms for governors and key stakeholders.
Data & Evidence-Based Decision Making:
- Utilize data analytics to inform policy decisions, ensuring evidence-based recommendations to member states.
- Establish systems for tracking socio-economic and governance indicators across states.
Capacity Building & Knowledge Sharing:
- Design and deliver capacity-building programs to strengthen the policy-making abilities of state-level policymakers.
- Foster knowledge exchange and best practices across states through workshops and conferences.
Qualifications
Educational Requirements:
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Law, Economics, or a related field.
- Master’s degree or equivalent qualification in Public Administration, Policy Analysis, or Strategic Management is preferred
Professional Requirements:
- Relevant professional affiliations (e.g., Chartered Institute of Public Administration, Policy Advocacy bodies) are an advantage.
Experience Requirements:
- Minimum of 10-12 years of progressive work experience in public policy development, governance advisory, or strategic management.
- Proven track record of working with government institutions, multilateral organizations, or policy think tanks.
- Experience in leading multi-stakeholder initiatives and managing high-level engagements.
Competency Requirements:
Knowledge Requirements:
- Deep understanding of Nigeria’s governance structures and intergovernmental relations.
- Strong grasp of public policy formulation, implementation, and evaluation methodologies.
- Knowledge of international governance frameworks and best practices.
Skills Requirements:
- Strategic thinking and analytical skills to interpret complex policy issues.
- Strong written and verbal communication for policy documentation and presentations.
- Stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
- Project planning, monitoring, and evaluation.
Personal Attributes:
- High level of integrity and ethical conduct.
- Strong leadership and decision-making capabilities.
- Adaptability and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborative mindset with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality outputs.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
|Interested and qualified candidates should:
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