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Direct employerPolicy Analyst - WASH and Health
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Role overview
WaterAid is hiring a full-time Policy Analyst for WASH and Health. The role is based in Nairobi or Addis Ababa, depending on work eligibility, and suits someone with experience in public policy or advocacy related to health and WASH, particularly in Africa or Asia.
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What you will do
- Conduct policy analysis and commission research to inform advocacy strategies on health and WASH.
- Identify policy changes to raise the political profile of WASH in healthcare settings and influence key decision-makers.
- Build and maintain relationships with technical decision-makers and influential allies.
- Incorporate learning and policy analysis from country programmes into global work and support country staff with policy advice.
- Research and write policy briefings on climate and WASH issues, organise meetings, and support reporting and coordination.
Requirements
- Experience in public policy or advocacy on health and WASH issues, especially in Africa or Asia.
- Strong understanding of WASH's impact on health and its relation to poverty, particularly for women and girls.
- Good political economy, analytical and research skills to implement research and policy influencing strategies.
- Experience working with networks and coalitions to advance change agendas and build relationships with decision-makers.
- Excellent verbal and written English skills with experience authoring policy briefs.
- Project management and organisational skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Commitment to WaterAid's values and ability to travel internationally.
- Preferred: Experience with gender, women's health, health financing, or infectious diseases like cholera and AMR.
- Preferred: Master's degree or postgraduate qualifications and research experience in water-related or development disciplines.
- Preferred: Fluency in European, African or Asian languages.
Benefits
Salary varies by location and experience: in Kenya, between KES 5,958,525 and 8,042,754 per year; in Addis Ababa, between ETB 3,221,527 and 5,517,827 per year. Additional benefits depend on the country and will be shared during the recruitment process.
How to apply
Apply through the employer's official application page by completing pre-screening questions and uploading your CV and cover letter. The closing date for applications is 12:00 PM UK time on 26 November 2026.