Development Officer
Organization: Mahila Housing Trust
Location: (Remote) India
Industry: Not-For-Profit Organisation
Description:
Review and understand existing policy engagement approach at MHT on various urban development issues.
Develop & implement research, policy & partnership development agenda in line with strategic & operational plans.
Conduct research and oversee development of research activities in support of the organisations policy and government engagement work.
Develop key relationships with governments, civil society, NGOs, private sector, think-tanks, media groups, etc. Engage them in a constructive dialogue and identifying opportunities for MHT to support broader policy objectives/priorities
Prepare the policy papers, briefings and position papers and support the Senior Management Team to fulfil their role of representing the organisation at conferences, meetings and other forums.
Lead the process of consolidating research findings for evidence-based policy making and dissemination of learnings in coordination with other teams at MHT.
Work with different stakeholders in the policy space to continuously identify opportunities for intervention and collaboration with different state departments and central ministries.
Coordinate with the communication in-charge to provide inputs for social media handles and other channels for policy advocacy. Oversee the development of policy briefs and engage in policy dialogues on a frequent basis.
Qualification:
A Master’s degree in Public Policy, Economics, Development Studies or a related field
Good understanding of the urban development policy space in India focusing on issues like housing, energy, climate change, water & sanitation etc.
At least 5 years of relevant work experience in social research, public policy or related field
High networking skills and demonstrated ability to interact with a varied set of stakeholders including Government officials and departments
Strong written/oral communication skills: prior demonstrated research and report generation from which action, policy or system change was an outcome; comfortable with public speaking and meeting facilitation; and ability to present/write technical details in simple language.
Application Instructions:
Last day to apply is 31st May, 2023. Interested candidates can email their CVs, statement of interest detailing why you want to work with MHT (max. one page) to admin@mahilahsg.org. Please mention “Partnership Development Officer” in subject line.
Disclaimer:
Only candidates with the required experience should apply, accompanied by a relevant cover letter.
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