2 months ago
Partnerships and Policy Lead
Grassroots Nest for Innovation and Change
Management & Business Development
NGO, NPO & Charity
Confidential
Easy Apply
Job Summary
The Partnerships and Policy Leadwill provide leadership in GRiC’s policy engagements with governments and policy makers in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. The role includes providing advice to GRiC and partner organizations on government policy; building linkages and relationships between GRiC, partner organizations, and government ministries; offering guidance on aligning government policy with practical implementation; and supporting collaborations with donors and stakeholders.
- Minimum Qualification : Masters
- Experience Level : Mid level
Job Description/Requirements
Key Responsibilities:
1. Government Relations & Policy Engagement
• Simplify relevant government policy documents and disseminate to local government, grassroots institutions, and local organizations
• Write policy briefs and disseminate to relevant government departments and local institutions.
• Attend meetings on government policy at the national and local levels.
2. Partnerships Development
• Identify and forge partnerships and relationships between GRiC, donors and stakeholders with shared goals and interests.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and cross-learning opportunities between GRiC, government, local institutions, and stakeholders.
• Take a lead role in developing packages for knowledge sharing and dissemination to various stakeholders.
• Organize and attend meetings with governments, donors and stakeholders .
3. Linking Policy and Practice
• Aligning GRiC’s programs with relevant government policy.
• Advise GRiC and partner organizations on strategies and opportunities to engage, influence and implement relevant government policy.
• Coordinate policy forums at the county government and local levels to enhance understanding and implementation of government policy.
• Write policy briefs to facilitate engagements between GRiC, partner organizations and the government on relevant policies.
• Link local institutions with government agencies to elevate voices from the grassroots on government policy engagements, influence and implementation.
• Strengthen the capacity of GRiC and partner organization on policy analysis, influence and dissemination.
4. Fundraising Strategy and Donor Engagement
• Monitor the fundraising landscape and advise the organization on potential funding opportunities.
• Support proposal development and strategic alignment with donor agendas.
• Ensure donor compliance and timely dissemination of donor reports and proposals.
5. Sector Networking and Influence
• Participate in sector networks and coalitions to position the GRiC as a thought leader in education for children and youth, girls’ education and women’s empowerment.
Candidates profile
• Master’s degree in public policy, International Relations, Development Studies, or related field .
• Proven experience working with government agencies, civil society organizations, and donor institutions.
• Good writing, training, coaching and mentorship skills.
• Excellent planning, analytical, networking, writing and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills.
Core Competencies and Mind-set
• Believe that all students, irrespective of their social backgrounds and status, can achieve the highest level if they are well supported.
• Believe in gender equality.
• Conviction that grassroots organizations, communities, and parents have a key role in improving education and supporting children to learn and succeed in school and in driving positive change in their communities.
• Commitment to improving the status of women and girls and the less privileged in society.
• Self-awareness, integrity, and empathy.
GRiC’s Work Environment Requires
• An individual who is self-driven, proactive, reflective, analytical, a team player, problem solver, can multitask and grow and thrive in a robust and fast-moving organization.
• Willingness to learn, ability to give and receive feedback.
• Dedication to data-driven evidence and results-oriented. Salary for this position is commensurate with experience.
Application Instructions:
If qualified and interested in this position, please send an email with your detailed CV and cover letter as one PDF attachment to info@gricafrica.org with ‘Partnerships and Policy Lead’ as the email subject. The CV should contain contact details of three referees. Please submit your application by 9th October 2025.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
GRiC is an equal employer and does not discriminate or engage in activities that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, ethnicity, age, marital status, disability, or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable law.
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