The Policy and Government Engagement Support contributes to Evidence Action Nigeria's efforts to strengthen relationships with government stakeholders and advance evidence-based policy change. This temporary role supports research, stakeholder engagement, and communication activities that facilitate the adoption and scale-up of cost-effective interventions within Nigeria's public health and development systems.

• Job Location: Abuja, Federal Capital Territory (On-site)
• Employment Type: Temporary
• Salary: Not stated

Evidence Action is a global nonprofit organization with an approach distinctive in international development—exclusively scaling interventions backed by strong evidence and delivered with exceptional cost-effectiveness. Since its founding in 2013, the organization has reached over 515 million people globally with its interventions, including the Deworm the World Program and Safe Water Now.

• Policy Research and Analysis
• Government and Stakeholder Engagement
• Presentation and Document Preparation
• Stakeholder Engagement Support
• Monitoring, Documentation, and Reporting
• Learning and Development

• Bachelor's in Sociology, Psychology, Political Science, International Development, Public Health, Development Studies, Communications, or related fields.
• Strong academic record with demonstrated interest in evidence-based policy and governance issues.

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in stakeholder engagement, government relations, public relations, administrative support in a policy/advocacy environment, or a similar people-facing role.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills—a genuine "people person" able to build rapport quickly across different levels of seniority.
• Tenacity and persistence in following up and securing appointments, even in slow-moving or challenging government/bureaucratic environments.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple schedules and priorities simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Canva, etc.—particularly comfort in developing and formatting professional presentations.
• Discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive or confidential information.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while keeping supervisors informed.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should Apply here.

Why This Job Might Be a Good Fit

This temporary, on-site role is ideal for a policy or government relations professional based in Abuja with at least 2 years of experience in stakeholder engagement and a passion for evidence-based policy change. It offers the opportunity to work with a global nonprofit and contribute to impactful health and development interventions.

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