JOB DESCRIPTION Position: Reporting to: Key Working Relationships: Policy Research Officer Policy & Sector Support

Coordinator Policy & Sector Support Coordinator, Programme Support Coordinator, Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation Officer, Advocacy and Partnership Manager, HR/OD Officer, Communication and Campaigns Manager, National and State Level CSO Networks, Consultants E Country Office, Abuja

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Purpose of Job: To successfully support planning, implementing and documentation of surveys and research in WaterAid. The jobholder will support policy and advocacy research initiatives for evidence-based advocacy. Key Responsibilities: Policy influencing Analyze the policy and budget issues affecting the WASH sector in Nigeria and effectively capture the information in the WASH watch website, case studies, position papers and policy messages / briefings notes, targeting different audiences in order to proactively influence efficiency of WASH investments in Nigeria. Support and collaborate with other policy actors in and outside the sector and with those involved in the analysis of Nigerias Poverty Reduction Strategy Paper and the Public Expenditure Management at Federal, State and Local Government Levels. Identify influencing opportunities and, in collaboration with the Communications Manager and the Policy & Sector Support Coordinator, ensure WaterAid Nigerias messages are heard. Research and documentation Support in developing and initiating policy researches for WaterAid in Nigeria Document and share learning on policy issues and Civil Society engagement. Perform various task involving data collection, data maintenance, and data analysis using statistical software and other computer programs Conduct literature review and synthesis analysis Develop, administer and periodically evaluate institutional development tools which take into account access and rights, equity & inclusion and other key components to effectively evaluate performance of the WASH sector. Support documentation and learning processes among partners and sector institutions. . Policy dissemination Manage collaborative case studies, impact surveys and other research to adequately inform stakeholders about the critical issues in WASH Initiate and support in dissemination events to share policy research reports.

Develop and share briefing notes on sector support and policy reforms in collaboration with the Advocacy and Partnerships Manager (APM) Assist in the preparation of background papers, discussion papers, project research reports, donors reports, policy briefs and briefing notes for dissemination

Other duties In collaboration with the Advocacy and Partnership Manager, evaluate WaterAid Sector Support initiatives and framework on a periodic basis to identify and ameliorate gaps Manage the governance team calendar and support plans to other departments. Any other duties that may be assigned Skills / Abilities / Personal Qualities Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work. Monitoring Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time. Influencing Others Convincing others to change their minds or actions. Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Active Learning Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making. Judgment and Decision Making Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. Making Decisions and Solving Problems Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems. Initiative willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges. Written and Oral Expression Communicating information and ideas in writing and speaking so others will easily understand. Time Management Managing one's own time and the time of others Education Essential Desirable 4-year University Degree / Masters in Graduate Degree in Economics or Economics, Statistics or related fields Membership of relevant professional body Work Experience / Specific Knowledge Essential Minimum of 3 years post NYSC work experience, of which at least 2 years must be in the area of research Familiarity with statistical software packages and internet-based systems such as SPSS Strong English writing skills and experience in preparing research reports Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and knowledge of

Desirable 2 years development experience, preferably in WASH sector Experience with setting up and managing research projects in the WASH Sector Communication skills Articulate with above average presentation skills Team player Existing links and network within the

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Others Ability to travel. Ability to work with minimum supervision. Time management and ability to prioritise tasks. Ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-lingual and multi-country team. Updated by: Head of People & Organisational Development Date: September, 2012

hrnig@wateraid.org