Junior Associate / Associate – Policy Outreach

Role Summary

The Junior Associate / Associate – Policy Outreach will be part of the Policy, Impact & Outreach Department at the Centre for Civil Society (CCS). The position plays a central role in ensuring the timely, effective, and strategic dissemination of CCS’s research, ideas, and policy recommendations to policymakers, opinion leaders, and partner institutions.

Working directly with the Senior Fellow – Policy Research & Outreach, the Associate will support high-level engagement efforts that strengthen CCS’s positioning as a thought leader in K–12 Education Governance, Street Vending & Urban Livelihoods, and Rule of Law & Governance Reforms.

This is an ideal opportunity for an early-career professional who is articulate, detail-oriented, and eager to work at the intersection of research, communication, and policy influence. The role offers exposure to senior leadership, mentorship from experienced policy practitioners, and an enabling environment that values initiative, intellectual curiosity, and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

A. Policy Outreach & Engagement

• Maintain and update a live database of policymakers, researchers, and influencers relevant to CCS’s work.
• Support the Senior Fellow in planning and executing strategic outreach campaigns around CCS’s publications and research products.
• Draft outreach material such as briefing notes, cover letters, and stakeholder communication.
• Track outreach outcomes and ensure timely follow-ups.

B. Visibility & Thought Leadership

• Identify relevant conferences, panels, and public forums for CCS’s participation.
• Coordinate speaking opportunities and prepare background notes and talking points for the Senior Fellow and CEO.
• Assist in drafting and coordinating op-eds, interviews, and media contributions to enhance CCS’s visibility.

C. Events & Stakeholder Dialogues

• Assist in organizing policy roundtables, consultations, and multi-stakeholder dialogues.
• Coordinate logistics, invitations, and reporting for all outreach events.
• Liaise between CCS’s leadership, partners, and media teams for event communication.

D. Reporting & Documentation

• Maintain detailed records of outreach activities and stakeholder interactions.
• Prepare summaries and reports for internal learning and periodic reviews.
• Contribute to quarterly outreach trackers and institutional documentation.

Expected Outcomes (within 12 months)

• A structured and updated database of policy stakeholders and influencers.
• At least 10–12 high-quality policy engagements supported through meetings, consultations, or media features.
• Enhanced representation of CCS leadership and ideas at national and regional policy platforms.
• Strengthened systems for tracking and reporting policy outreach outcomes.