Kagiso Trust is one of South Africa's leading development agencies working towards a prosperous, peaceful, equitable and just society. We work to overcome poverty by developing and implementing scalable, replicable, sustainable development programme models in the areas of education development, institutional capacity building, socio-economic development and financial sustainability. Over the past 30 years, we have invested over R2 billion in development and implemented over 1,831 programmes.We are currently recruiting for a qualified and experienced Senior Policy Officer to join our dynamic team in Johannesburg.2. Job Purpose:To undertake and initiate policy, advocacy, research, stakeholder engagement and reporting efforts across KT, as well as provide technical assistance, on behalf of the Policy Unit and the Head across all KT programmatic areas. (Education; Socio-economic Development; Local Government and Civil Society).3. Duties & ResponsibilitiesSupporting the lead development, planning and monitoring of the execution of policy engagement interventions across KT programmesPlan, coordinate, track and report on work plan documentation against agreed budgetsInitiate the development of concept notes for inter-pillar integration initiatives for internal and/or external stakeholdersLead in the development, preparation and coordination of relevant high-level concept notes, documents and reportsSupport the implementation of inter-pillar activities and coordinate the circulation of internal action plansUndertake additional program and policy orientated administration as and when needed.3.2 Policy AdvocacyContribute towards innovative ideation on policy advocacy activitiesProvide periodic updates on policy developments and opportunities at provincial, national, regional (SADC, continental level) and global levelSupport the development of shaping effective strategies to communicate policies aimed at achieving relevant policy targetsProvide required support for programmatic policy advocacy activities and overseeing the successful execution policy infiltration initiativesDrafting op-Ed's and relevant technical and high-level advocacy efforts and participating in high-level stakeholder engagements.3.3 Research CoordinationIdentify emerging public policy and micro or macroeconomic trends and propose research interventions across KT programmes trends that require research intervention across KT programmesFacilitate knowledge sharing on policy-orientated research opportunities across the KT programmes.Initiate regular communication on policy research projects to internal and external constituents through different traditional and innovative channels such as, conferences, high-level engagements and knowledge sharing platformsContribute to the review internal policy development and management framework and guidelines for policy influencing processes and procedures and external policy engagementsLead the development and preparation of policy research products as well as identifying policy research opportunities such as abstracts, research reports, policy briefs, position papers, conference presentations etc.)3.4 ReportingPrepare and submit relevant program and project development reports for approval by the Policy Development HeadReporting on program activities and/or progress on a weekly and monthly basisPrepare and submit quarterly reports and compile the annual unit report for approval by the Policy Development Head.3.5 Stakeholder ManagementEngage in influencing policy interventions across program areas at a national levelEngage and maintain good stakeholder relations and pursue continued working relationships with all key stakeholders, partners and CSOs, as assignedEstablish and maintain good working relations with existing key government, academia, development sector and civil society stakeholders, as assignedLiaise with stakeholders on key programmatic initiatives and policy engagements as assigned4. Desired Experience & QualificationFormal Qualification/DegreeMasters in Public Policy, Social Policy, Development Studies or equivalent degree in Social Sciences or HumanitiesAdvantageous additional postgraduate degree in Social Sciences or Humanities5. Work ExperienceMinimum of 5 years of previous work experience in NGO sector, development or multilateral agenciesProven previous experience in public policy analysis, advocacy and/or researchTraceable experience in budgetary management and stakeholder managementEvidence of progressive growth with increasing responsibility in prior employmentDemonstrated success in working in teams, multicultural and complex environmentsValid driver's license with driving experience6. Job Related KnowledgeKnowledge of research, event planning/management and project management.Knowledge of National and regional Policy Development frameworks, strategies and processes across KT program areasUnderstanding of national and regional regulatory environment and strategic policy and decision-making platformsUnderstanding of key role players and stakeholders at national and regional level across KT program areasLeadership experience with overseeing team coordination implementing diverse programmes and/or initiativesKnowledge of existing national, regional and global level public policy discourse and emerging developmentsFamiliarity with diverse sector key stakeholders, networks, and strategic platformsPolicy development processes and legislation relevant to KT programme areas7. Job Related Skills Strong interpersonal, relationship building and networking skillsProven ability to prioritise, complete assigned tasks in a timely manner and meet deadlinesAbility to communicate technical research to policymakers in a non-technical mannerProven ability to manage multiple diverse assignments at a timeProven ability to conduct high-quality work with minimal oversightFinance and budgeting skillsStrategic planning skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skills8. SubmissionThe closing date for submissions is 31 August 2024.Kindly note that no hand delivered applications will be accepted.
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