The African
Institute for Development Policy (AFIDEP) is a regional non-profit policy think
tank whose purpose is to facilitate the translation and utilisation of research
evidence to strengthen policy development and programme effectiveness in Africa.
AFIDEP works to close the gaps between research, policy, and practice by
synthesising and repackaging research evidence, and proactively promoting
research utilisation by policymakers and development practitioners at national
and regional levels. AFIDEP’s work focuses around two core thematic areas:
Population Change an
d Sustainable Development, and Health Systems
Strengthening. AFIDEP has offices in Nairobi (Kenya) and Lilongwe (Malawi).
The position is open
immediately until filled.
About the
Position
AFIDEP is seeking an
outstanding policy analyst to conduct an analysis of the development of the
past policies in the health sector in Malawi in order to provide an
understanding of the role of research evidence in these processes. The selected
candidate will have the knowledge, experience and connections to map past
health policies and identify key actors in the policymaking processes. Working
closely with AFIDEP’s Senior Policy Analysis staff in Malawi and the Executive
Director, the consultant will:
- Review
and refine the initial concept note prepared by AFIDEP on this study - Develop
study tools - In
consultation with AFIDEP and Ministry of Health officials, identify two
policy case studies to be analysed - Map
policy actors involved in the two policymaking processes - Conduct
key informant interviews with policy actors involved in various health
policymaking processes - Prepare
a comprehensive study report
Qualifications
and Key Skills
- PhD in
public/development policy, political science, international development,
or other relevant social sciences preferred, and a minimum of 5 years
experience in health-related policy research. Masters degree with more
than 10 years experience in in health-related policy research may be
considered. - Knowledge
of both the legislative and policymaking processes in Malawi - An
in-depth understanding of health policy in Malawi - Demonstrable
track record on health policy analysis (publications record) - Excellent
oral and written communication skills - Strong
organizational and time management skills
Compensation
Compensation will be
commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and the
responsibilities of the consultancy. The Policy Analyst will serve as a
consultant to AFIDEP
Applications will be
accepted immediately until the position is filled. Candidates should submit:
- Cover
letter - Curriculum
vitae/Resume - 2-3
page summary of how they would carry out the study, including the
methodologies and analytical techniques they would use to accomplish the
task - Names
of three references with contact information, with Policy Analyst
Consultant Application in the subject line.
Please send the
above by e-mail to: hr@afidep.org by March
15, 2015.
It is estimated that
the consultancy will take up to 40 working days and will start immediately the
right candidate is hired
