About the Role
Slum and Rural Health Initiative (SRHIN) is seeking a passionate and driven Health Policy Expert to join our multidisciplinary team. Established in 2017 and officially registered in Nigeria, Ethiopia, and the Gambia, SRHIN is dedicated to improving access to healthcare information and services in vulnerable and underserved communities through advocacy, research, and technology. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in shaping health policies that directly impact slum and rural populations, helping us transform healthcare delivery across Africa.
Key Responsibilities- Analyse existing and emerging health policies relevant to SRHIN's core mandate and target populations.
- Develop comprehensive policy briefs, position papers, and high-impact advocacy materials.
- Engage proactively with government agencies, regulatory bodies, and key healthcare stakeholders on critical policy matters.
- Support the design, roll-out, and implementation of strategic advocacy campaigns at both federal and state levels.
- Monitor ongoing policy developments and assess their direct implications for SRHIN's ongoing programs and initiatives.
- Represent SRHIN professionally at relevant high-level policy forums, working groups, and stakeholder meetings.
- Master's degree in Public Health, Public Policy, Political Science, Law, or a closely related academic field.
- Minimum of 3 years of demonstrable professional experience in health policy analysis, public advocacy, or government relations.
- Strong, comprehensive understanding of the Nigerian health policy landscape and regulatory frameworks.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement, negotiation, interpersonal, and written communication skills.
- Prior experience working directly with government agencies or regulatory bodies will be a strong added advantage.
- Opportunity to create lasting, systemic impact in underserved and vulnerable communities across Nigeria and Africa.
- Collaborative, dynamic, and multidisciplinary work environment with passionate social entrepreneurs and healthcare professionals.
- Professional growth and networking opportunities within the global public health and policy space.