Government Engagement & Public Policy Manager (Nigeria & West Africa)

Role Overview

The Government Engagement & Public Policy Manager will provide strategic policy intelligence, government engagement, and advisory support to Policy Vault Africa across Nigeria and West Africa. The role requires proven government engagement experience, strong institutional networks, and the ability to translate political and regulatory developments into actionable insights and strategic opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyse political, legislative, and regulatory developments across Nigeria and West Africa, producing policy briefs, advisory memos, and regulatory risk assessments to inform strategic decision-making.

• Establish and maintain strategic relationships with government ministries, regulatory agencies, legislative institutions, regional bodies, and other relevant stakeholders to advance Policy Vault Africa’s objectives.

• Provide expert advice on government engagement strategies, advocacy positioning, policy reforms, and regulatory risks affecting priority sectors and organisational operations.

• Represent Policy Vault Africa at relevant government consultations, policy dialogues, and strategic meetings, strengthening the organisation’s institutional visibility and relationships.

• Identify emerging policy developments, government priorities, and institutional needs that present opportunities for research, advisory services, partnerships, and commercial engagements.

• Translate policy intelligence and stakeholder engagement outcomes into actionable recommendations, contribute to proposals and business development initiatives, and provide regular updates on regional developments and emerging opportunities.

Qualifications and Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Law, International Relations, Public Administration, Economics, or a related field. A relevant postgraduate qualification is an advantage.

• Minimum of 5–7 years of relevant experience in government affairs, public policy, government relations, regulatory affairs, or strategic advisory.

• Demonstrated experience engaging government officials, ministries, regulatory agencies, legislative institutions, and other senior public-sector stakeholders.

• Strong understanding of Nigeria’s political, policy, and regulatory environment, with knowledge of other West African markets.

• Proven ability to analyse policy developments, prepare strategic briefs, assess regulatory risks, and provide actionable recommendations.

• Experience in stakeholder relationship management, institutional partnerships, and identifying strategic or business development opportunities.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders and produce high-quality advisory reports.

• Strong negotiation, networking, analytical, and relationship management skills.

• Fluency in English is essential.

• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and travel across Nigeria and other West African markets as required.