Director, Africa Policy and Advocacy

About the role

Medicines for Malaria Venture is a product development partnership focused on advancing affordable malaria medicines. This role leads MMV's Africa policy and advocacy portfolio and integrates African perspectives into global advocacy work to improve access to malaria medicines.

What you'll do

• Develop and implement the Africa policy and advocacy workplan aligned with regional priorities.
• Build and sustain relationships with government, parliament, intergovernmental bodies and global health stakeholders across Africa.
• Strengthen MMV's regional advocacy network and coordinate with partners and consultants.
• Convey regional evidence and policy insights into MMV's global positions and advocacy activities.
• Advise senior colleagues on policy opportunities, risks and reputational considerations.
• Translate technical evidence into clear policy arguments, briefings and recommendations and ensure coordinated execution.

What they're looking for

• Substantial experience leading policy and advocacy in African health policy environments.
• Proven ability to influence policy or institutional agendas through credible analysis and partnerships.
• Strong understanding of African governmental and regional policy processes and stakeholder navigation skills.
• Experience representing an organisation with senior decision-makers and across institutions and sectors.
• Ability to translate technical evidence into clear policy arguments and briefings.
• Experience coordinating teams, partners or consultants and turning strategy into delivery.

For applicants in Nigeria

• This is a home-based role with Africa-wide remit; local recruitment is intended in eligible malaria endemic countries including Nigeria.
• The listing states location as remote with a focus on Ghana, Kenya, Tanzania or Nigeria; confirm country eligibility and employment details before interviewing.
• Relocation and immigration sponsorship are not provided.
• Employment will be with an Employer of Record in the agreed country; pay currency not specified in the listing-confirm during interview.