Program Manager Advocacy, Policy and Partnerships

CAMFED Overview

CAMFED (the Campaign for Female Education) is internationally recognized as a leader in girls' education, child protection policies and practices, and women's empowerment advocacy. Since its founding in 1993, CAMFED has been supporting young women through their primary and secondary education, economic training, further education, and leadership development. CAMFED Tanzania is currently seeking to recruit a Program Manager for Advocacy, Policy and Partnerships, a Senior Policy and Advocacy Officer, and a Communication Officer, all based in Dar es Salaam.

Job Title: Program Manager Advocacy, Policy and Partnerships

Reporting to: Director of Programs and Partnerships
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Job Description

The Program Manager for Advocacy, Policy, and Partnerships will support CAMFED in strengthening effective relationships with government stakeholders at local, regional, and national levels to further program and policy change goals. The role involves understanding government structures, policies, and processes in Tanzania with a proven track record of successful advocacy efforts in the education sector and youth empowerment. Working cross-departmentally, the role requires close collaboration with senior management and the wider international CAMFED team, adhering strictly to CAMFED’s child protection guidelines.

Specific Accountabilities

Policy and Partnership Engagement:

• Develop a CAMFED Tanzania partnership and advocacy strategy.
• Lead the internal review and submission of ongoing government reviews, including policies, acts, guidelines, and budgets to support systems reforms.
• Manage the delivery of NAC committee to co-design and implement programs in support of systems transformations.
• Identify and engage technical working groups, and coalitions from relevant ministries, stakeholders, and development partners.
• Prepare government and stakeholder outreach, such as exchange visits within and outside the country for learning purposes and sharing of best practices.
• Represent CAMFED-Tanzania at relevant international, national, and local meetings, conferences, events, and forums with government officials, other NGOs, etc.
• Champion the girl education agenda within the Tanzania Education Network (TENMET).
• Build staff and stakeholders’ knowledge on issues related to advocacy and policy analysis.
• Understand the relevant local and international policies, guidelines, and acts pertinent to CAMFED’s work.
• Create a partnership due diligence framework.
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• Identify, manage, and forge new partnerships locally and internationally.
• Work with MEL to produce policy and research briefs on evidence-based systems transformation.
• Identify entry points at different ministries for systems change.
• Develop digital content to support CAMFED’s advocacy, policy, partnership, and program initiatives.
• Keep track of the MoUs for new sign-ups and renewals.
• Report on the register and board updates.
• Represent the organization in NACONGO.

Advocacy and Communication:

• Develop and lead country communication strategies that align with CAMFED's investment plan and integrate country priorities.
• Document organizational reports (annual reports, quarterly highlights, best practices, case studies) for wide sharing to inform systems transformation.
• Lead the production of documentaries to showcase CAMFED’s work.
• Prepare communications and advocacy materials such as press releases, advocacy briefs, speeches, and talking points for different events.
• Act as a link between CAMFED and media houses to profile the organization’s work and increase visibility.
• Ensure adherence to CAMFED, CAMA, and donors’ branding guidelines.
• Ensure child protection and safeguarding in all program implementations.
• Identify and manage potential risks associated with advocacy, policy, and partnership work.
• Manage risks by identifying, assessing, and controlling threats to program implementation.

Person Specification

• A degree in political science, social sciences, international relations, development studies, or project management.
• Experience in a relevant field such as social sciences, international relations, development studies, or project management.
• Strong networking experience and the ability to foster successful partnerships.
• Experience in policy work, including policy campaigns and policy research. Experience within the education sector is an advantage.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong advocacy, communication, project management skills, and attention to detail.

Application Details

Please note: All official communication regarding job applications and interviews will be conducted through CAMFED’s official channels, found on our website (http://www.camfed.org). CAMFED will never request applicants to pay a processing fee or provide personal or financial information for recruitment purposes.

CAMFED maintains a zero-tolerance approach to sexual exploitation, abuse, discrimination, and harassment in all forms. All applicants will undergo a comprehensive verification process, including background and reference checks, and verification of qualifications.

Submit applications to recruitmenttanzania@camfed.org including your most recent CV and cover letter using the specific role title in the subject line. The vacancy will close on 12 June 2024.