About the Role
Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA) is a global research and policy nonprofit dedicated to discovering and promoting effective solutions to poverty problems. We bring together researchers and decision-makers to design, rigorously evaluate, and scale evidence-based solutions. As our Embedded Labs Program continues to expand across multiple countries and sectors—including education, finance, and social protection—we are looking for a Senior Policy Manager to lead strategic program development, technical assistance, and external engagement.
Key Responsibilities- Provide technical assistance and project management support to individual Lab engagements from design through implementation.
- Support monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) efforts to assess program impact and establish government engagement best practices.
- Lead knowledge management initiatives, creating case studies, toolkits, and training materials for internal and external stakeholders.
- Drive business development and fundraising opportunities in collaboration with country office and global teams.
- Coordinate strategic events, workshops, and technical working groups, including the annual Cross-Country Learning Exchange.
- Master’s Degree in Economics, Public Policy, Public Administration, International Relations, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
- 3+ years of relevant experience in analyzing and communicating complex research results to diverse audiences.
- At least 1 year of experience working closely with large NGOs or government entities, preferably in low- and middle-income countries.
- Strong quantitative skills with a deep understanding of academic research studies and evidence-based policy.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate technical research into actionable policies.
- Demonstrated experience in project management, multi-country team supervision, and stakeholder engagement.
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunity to work with global leaders in international development and poverty alleviation.
- Dynamic and collaborative work environment with strong professional growth prospects.