Government Relations Coordinator – Africa

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Burkina Faso, +5 more states.

📋 Description

• Design and execute strategies to engage, re-engage, and grow IGF membership throughout Africa.

• Establish and nurture strategic partnerships with member governments, focal points, regional organizations, and development partners.

• Manage government requests for technical assistance and facilitate communication between governments and IGF technical teams.

• Organize African involvement in the Annual General Meeting, Executive Committee activities, regional events, and bilateral discussions.

• Plan and coordinate consultations with member countries regarding IGF governance issues, including Executive Committee elections, governance reforms, and strategic initiatives.

• Create briefing notes, engagement reports, country profiles, and regional analyses.

• Forge strategic partnerships and assist with fundraising and donor engagement efforts.

• Act as a representative of the IGF at regional and international meetings and conferences.

• Work collaboratively with technical, communications, and project management teams to ensure cohesive delivery of IGF activities.

• Keep records of government engagement and assist in monitoring and reporting activities.

⛳️ Requirements

• Master’s degree or postgraduate qualification in international relations, political science, public administration, law, public policy, sustainable development, mining governance, or a related field.

• A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in government relations, diplomacy, stakeholder engagement, international development, or public policy.

• Experience collaborating with governments, regional organizations, or multilateral institutions, ideally within Africa.

• Proven track record in coordinating international meetings, technical assistance, or capacity-building initiatives.

• Exceptional organizational, planning, and project management abilities.

• Background in mining governance or sustainable development is preferred.

• Familiarity with African regional organizations or development finance institutions is a plus.

• Experience in supporting donor engagement and resource mobilization is advantageous.

• Strong relationship-building and diplomacy skills.

• Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities.

• Strong organizational and project coordination capabilities.

• Capacity to work independently and collaboratively within a multicultural setting.

• Strong political insight and cultural sensitivity.

• Proficient IT skills, including expertise in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).

• Fluent written and spoken English and French.

• Proficiency in Portuguese and/or Arabic is a significant advantage.

• Knowledge of additional African languages is a valuable asset.

• Valid work authorization for the location where the candidate intends to be based, without sponsorship from IISD.

• Applications must be submitted in English.

• CV should not exceed two pages.

• A one-page motivation letter is required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Salary aligned with experience and location.

• Remote work opportunities available within Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, South Africa, or Uganda.

• Reasonable accommodations provided throughout the recruitment process.

• Commitment to equitable and inclusive recruitment practices.