Purpose:
The Country Policy Manager will provide particular support to the activities of WSA's African Sanitation Think Tank, as well as working across the rest of the policy program and playing an important role in developing WSA's future policy activities.

The post-holder will report to the country representative (functional relationship) and senior policy analyst at HQ

Main functions and responsibilities
Main duties and responsibilities:

•  Execute the policy components, i.e. take the lead in the analysis of research findings at country level of specific projects within the policy program by conducting qualitative and quantitative research to the highest standards and developing appropriate policy ideas, briefs and reports in the respective countries
•  Support and provide advice to the Senior Policy Analyst in the development and implementation of new projects and policy ideas as part of the WSA's future policy research program
•  Monitor and keep the team informed of WASH policy developments relevant to the country context
•  Other duties as deemed reasonable by line manager

Qualification Required & Experience

Require profile & skills

Advanced degree in Political Science, International Studies or related field

Competencies
Expected:

•  Minimum 3 years experience in a research/policy environment
•  Excellent qualitative and quantitative research skills
•  Thorough understanding and experience of country-specific policy contexts, power analyses and stakeholder niche mappings
•  In-depth experience in policy influencing at national level in the respective countries
•  Demonstrated ability to develop and implement new policy relevant activities and to conduct research to the highest standards
•  Excellent writing and presentation skills
•  High level of proficiencies in English and French - bilingual

Desired:

•  PhD in Political Science, International Development or related field
•  Experience in conducting Economics research and analysis

How To Apply For The Job

Applications (Cover letter and CV) should be sent to:- hr@wsafrica.org Please indicate position title in the subject.

Closing Date: 30 October 2012

WSA gives equal opportunities to all candidates