Technical Assistant – Policy & Government Relations

Job Description

An organization operating within agriculture, rural finance, and public-sector engagement is seeking a skilled Technical Assistant to support policy analysis, government relations, and strategic stakeholder coordination. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong policy research capabilities and a solid understanding of government processes and interagency collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, analyze, and interpret policies, regulations, and government directives affecting agriculture, rural finance, and related banking or intervention programs
• Monitor and synthesize emerging policy issues, executive decisions, and legislative developments with implications for strategy and operations
• Support structured engagement with federal, state, and local government institutions through briefings, consultations, and coordinated outreach
• Prepare policy notes, analytical briefs, reports, and stakeholder communications for strategic meetings and decision-making
• Represent the Directorate at official functions, policy dialogues, interagency meetings, and stakeholder forums
• Coordinate strategic partnerships, stakeholder engagement activities, grants, and intervention monitoring while providing technical and administrative support across functions

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Agricultural Economics, Development Studies, Law, or a related discipline
• Postgraduate qualification in a relevant field is an added advantage
• Strong policy analysis, research, and technical documentation skills
• Demonstrable knowledge of governmental processes, public-sector coordination, and multi-stakeholder engagement frameworks
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills suited for senior and high-level audiences
• Proven ability to manage complex workloads with professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail

Application Instructions
Interested candidates should send a CV and cover letter using Technical Assistant – Policy & Government Relations as the email subject. Early applications are encouraged. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.