Policy and Partnerships Analyst
Support the Senior Vice President of Policy and Partnerships on
strategic planning, leadership initiatives, and special projects.
JOB DESCRIPTION
One Acre Fund's Senior Vice President of Policy and Partnerships
oversees three of the organization's external-facing teams: government
relations and policy, communications, and partnerships. The Policy and
Partnerships Analyst will enhance the Senior Vice President's leadership
capacity by providing executive and strategic support in a one-on-one
working relationship. This person will report directly to the Senior
Vice President and will serve as the primary point of contact for
internal and external stakeholders on everything from cross-departmental
systems to external partnerships.
The ideal candidate has strong experience working in a support role to
senior-level staff. Experience working in international development
organizations is a plus but not required.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Departmental management and strategic planning
Manage team goals and accountability mechanisms for all Policy and Partnerships teams
Support yearly work planning and strategic tools development for the Senior Vice President
Help support 5-year growth and strategic plan creation
Manage updates and annual schedule for budgets and staff charts
Support team retreat planning and team culture building through strategic initiatives
Support recruitment and hiring activities across all Policy and Partnerships teams
Lead targeted research to help guide strategic thinking on new projects or initiatives
Leadership support and stakeholder management
Help prepare the Senior Vice President for Board meetings and presentations
Help coordinate or create materials for General Partners meetings and related committees
Support the Senior Vice President on the organization-wide internal coaching program
Design and prepare trainings for the Senior Vice President to facilitate
External relations support
CAREER GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.
QUALIFICATIONS
We are seeking an exceptional professional(s) with at least 2 years of work experience and a demonstrated interest in partnerships or external relations. Candidates who fit the following criteria are strongly encouraged to apply:
Experience supporting a senior-level staffer, ideally in a non-profit or start-up environment (preferred but not required)
Demonstrated organizational abilities, particularly in unstructured environments
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Collaborative approach and ability to work across many different departments effectively
Demonstrated attention to detail
Experience in or understanding of international development is desired but not required
Good humor, patience and a humble approach to service
A willingness to commit to this position for the long-term (minimum 2 years)
English fluency required
Vet external partnerships on behalf of the organization
Edit and complete first drafts of written communications to external stakeholders
Coordinate with the communications and business development teams to
maximize the ROI of the Senior Vice President's external meetings and
outreach activities
Build and administer systems to ensure effective network management of
top-priority Policy and Partnerships contacts, and support the
cultivation of new strategic relationships
Executive and administrative support
Research, prioritize, and follow up on incoming issues and concerns
addressed to the Senior Vice President, and determine an appropriate
course of action, referral or response
Proactively build or improve on structures and systems to boost
productivity and unlock additional strategic capacity for the Senior
Vice President
Support scheduling and traveling planning for the Senior Vice President when required
CAREER GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.
QUALIFICATIONS
We are seeking an exceptional professional(s) with at least 2 years of work experience and a demonstrated interest in partnerships or external relations. Candidates who fit the following criteria are strongly encouraged to apply:
Experience supporting a senior-level staffer, ideally in a non-profit or start-up environment (preferred but not required)
Demonstrated organizational abilities, particularly in unstructured environments
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Collaborative approach and ability to work across many different departments effectively
Demonstrated attention to detail
Experience in or understanding of international development is desired but not required
Good humor, patience and a humble approach to service
A willingness to commit to this position for the long-term (minimum 2 years)
English fluency required
