Facilitator - Legislative / Policy Research and Communication at Athena Institute of Business and Technology (AIBT)
Athena Institute of Business and Technology (AIBT)
Lagos, Nigeria
Permanent
Published 1 month ago · Expires 3 weeks from now
Job description
A dynamic team is expanding and looking for the right talent.
Job Description
- The Facilitator will design and deliver high-impact training focused on legislative research, public policy analysis, evidence-based policymaking, policy communication, and strategic legislative engagement. The role involves delivering both physical and virtual training sessions.
- Facilitate training sessions on legislative research, policy analysis, and communication strategies.
- Develop and customize training materials, case studies, practical exercises, and assessments.
- Train participants on drafting policy briefs, legislative memos, bills support documents, and research reports.
- Guide participants on communicating policy positions to lawmakers, stakeholders, and the public.
- Lead practical workshops on data interpretation, stakeholder mapping, and advocacy communication.
- Assess participant progress and submit post-training evaluation reports.
- Support curriculum review and continuous program improvement.
- Strong facilitation, presentation, and instructional design skills.
- Deep expertise in legislative processes, policy research, and public sector communication.
- Excellent research writing, analysis, and editorial skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to simplify complex policy concepts for varied audiences.
- Digital facilitation competence (Zoom, MS Teams, LMS platforms).
- Minimum of a Master’s degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Law, Economics, Public Administration, International Relations, or related fields.
- A PhD’s degree is highly preferred.
- Professional training in research methods, monitoring & evaluation, communications, or governance is an added advantage.
- Minimum of 7–10 years relevant professional experience in legislative research, policy analysis, government advisory, advocacy, or public affairs.
- Proven experience in training, facilitation, or executive education delivery.
- Experience working with legislative bodies (National Assembly, State Assemblies), MDAs, think tanks, or development organizations is a strong advantage.
- Demonstrated experience producing policy briefs, legislative notes, or research publications.
- Competitive, session-based remuneration, based on experience and program scope.
- Travel and accommodation covered where applicable.
- Curriculum development honorarium (if required).
- Availability for in-person and virtual training de...