Regional Policy Lead- Health Research And Development- Africa

Indiahedge

Nairobi, Kenya
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Policy leadership
Advocacy strategy
Stakeholder engagement
** PATH is seeking a Regional Policy Lead for Health Research and Development to enhance Africa's health innovation ecosystem through strategic advocacy, partnership development, and policy leadership. The role involves collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure equitable access to health innovations across the continent. **

Job Summary

  • Lead and support transformative policy and advocacy efforts aimed at strengthening Africa’s health research and innovation ecosystem.
  • Work closely with governments, regional institutions, industry, academia, civil society, innovators, and development partners to translate evidence into action.
  • Drive cross-functional coordination with PATH's technical, policy, partnerships, and external affairs teams to integrate R&D advocacy, technical, and programmatic priorities.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** PATH is seeking a Regional Policy Lead for Health Research and Development to enhance Africa's health innovation ecosystem through strategic advocacy, partnership development, and policy leadership. The role involves collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure equitable access to health innovations across the continent. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Policy Leadership
  • Advocacy Strategy
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Program Management
  • Cross-functional Coordination
  • Strategic Partnerships

Nice-to-have

  • Multilingual Skills
  • Donor-Funded Programmes
  • Capacity Strengthening

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in relevant field
  • Experience in health R&D policy
  • Proven track record in global health advocacy
  • Technical translation skills
  • Project management experience
  • Legal work authorization in the country of hire

Work Rights

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