What You’ll Be Doing

Nathan, a Cadmus Company, is actively seeking a Government and Policy Specialist on the USAID-funded Jordan Makanati Project. The Government and Policy Specialist will be responsible for conducting research and analysis, writing policy-oriented products, and providing technical assistance under the guidance of the Senior Government and Policy Component Lead to identify key entry points to address policy impediments to women’s participation in the labor force and specifically in the private sector. The Government and Policy Specialist will support the project’s engagement with key partner organizations from both the private and public sectors including through writing of various policy papers and planning and implementation of policy dialogues and events that help advance shared goals.

Who We Are

At Nathan, a Cadmus company, we recognize that solving the world’s most challenging problems can’t be accomplished alone or with cookie-cutter solutions. That’s why we look for team players and problem solvers who are driven to use their unique perspectives and intellectual curiosity to help deliver breakthrough solutions that achieve transformative goals. On the Nathan team, you’ll collaborate with leading experts to help our clients across the globe.

Nathan’s mission is to deploy industry-leading expertise to help our clients achieve extraordinary results that strengthen society and the natural world. We offer competitive compensation, outstanding health care and retirement benefits, a vibrant and collaborative work environment, and opportunities for professional growth. We are committed to advancing diversity and fostering a culture of equity in the workplace and across society, and we strive to maintain an inclusive environment where all employees feel connected, respected, and valued.

Nathan, a Cadmus Company, is a leading provider of analytic and economic consultancy services worldwide. In the past decade, we have implemented more than 120 projects in more than 50 countries leveraging our global presence in Washington DC, London, and India. From improved transparency and deeper stakeholder engagement to more effective policies and more resilient businesses, we deliver results that impact economic growth, human development, and poverty reduction. We are passionate about applying our deep analytical expertise and advanced proprietary tools to generate economic solutions tailored to our clients’ unique challenges. Nathan focuses on a range of economic development subject matter areas including Trade & Logistics; Economic Policy & Governance; Private Sector Development; Women’s Economic Empowerment; and Financial Solutions.

Join Nathan, a Cadmus Company. Let’s solve the world’s most challenging problems together.

Responsibilities:

Respond to requests for research and writing from the Activity’s technical staff, particularly as it pertains to policies relevant to women, youth, and vulnerable groups in the private sector workforce and policies that promote women’s economic empowerment and broader workforce equity, diversity, and inclusion.

This may include: (1) Conducting secondary research and drafting literature reviews to inform policy deliverables; organizing and conducting key informant interviews, focus group discussions, and consultative workshops with stakeholders and Makanati partners, including at the community, private sector, and government levels. (2) Drafting policy briefs on a range of topics pertinent to women’s workforce participation. (3) Preparing client-ready policy papers, studies and reports in English and/or Arabic and incorporate technical comments from other Makanati staff and external stakeholders. (4) Reviewing, providing technical inputs/revisions, and finalizing written policy products delivered by consultants.

Additionally:

• Drafting concept notes, memorandums of understanding, or other documents to form or progress partnerships
• Advancing implementation of memorandums of understanding and action plans with government counterparts by tracking outstanding activities and providing technical support as needed
• Presenting or supporting other team members to present policy papers, studies, and reports, including preparing presentation slides, and talking points
• Designing events, workshops, and conferences around technical policy priorities (this can include agenda design, preparing or facilitating relevant technical papers and presentations, and writing workshop/conference reports)
• Collaborating with Makanati’s Policy Research Manager as needed in implementing events
• Attending meetings and events with Makanati’s Senior Government and Policy Component Lead and Policy Research Manager and recording detailed and action-oriented notes
• Supporting follow-up communications and interaction with line ministries as needed
• Contributing to and/or leading activity tracking for the government component, including regularly updating and maintaining planning and tracking tools
• Supporting the Senior Component Lead and Grants Manager in the technical follow-up, grant monitoring, and reporting on relevant grants
• Working with colleagues on the monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) team to identify and track progress against indicators for government component activities
• Providing reporting and work plan inputs as needed

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in law, economics, social science, or any related field (advanced degree is a plus)
• Minimum of 3-5 years of professional experience (experience in gender equality and women’s economic empowerment preferred)
• Strong research and analytical skills, including experience conducting desk research and primary data collection and associated analysis
• Demonstrated experience in conducting secondary research on women, youth and vulnerable groups in the workforce preferred
• Demonstrated understanding of key policy issues pertaining to women’s workforce participation preferred
• Proven experience working with the government of Jordan and strategic understanding of, and commitment to, relationship building with government and policymakers
• Proven experience with conference and/or event planning including developing agendas and technical writing and reporting associated with events
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and ability to coordinate across a large number of stakeholders and team members
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong writing skills (in Arabic and English)
• Experience with graphics, infographics, and data visualization preferred
• Fluency in Arabic and excellent English required

How to Apply:

We welcome your CV and preferably cover letter at [اضغط هنا لمشاهدة البريد اﻹلكتروني] . Please apply by May 10, 2024, with “Government and Policy Specialist” in the subject line. This position will remain open until filled.

Additional Information:

Compensation and benefits will vary based on the project and location.

We value the critical role safety and health protocols contribute to all team members’ success and work together to align and comply with all federal, state, and local safety and health mandates related to COVID to ensure a safe and valuable work environment.

Cadmus is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination. Cadmus is committed to providing a respectful workplace where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation (including gender identity and/or expression), national origin, military and veteran status, physical and mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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