Policy Consultant

4 days ago

Islamabad, Islamabad, Pakistan Idara-e-Taleem-o-Aagahi (ITA) Full time
Location: Islamabad (Remote)

Education: Master's degree in Public Policy, Gender Studies, Social Sciences, or related field.

Experience: 5-7 years of experience in policy research, advocacy, or development work, preferably related to SRHR, menstrual health, or gender equity.

Key Responsibilities
  • Policy Brief Development:
    • Conduct desk review and consultative sessions to gather relevant data, best practices, and policy gaps related to menstrual health, taxation, and local solutions.
    • Develop two policy briefs:
      • a) One focusing on taxation and pricing policies related to menstrual products.
      • b) One promoting localized, community-based solutions for menstrual health and dignity.
    • Ensure the briefs are evidence-based, gender-transformative, and aligned with national commitments and feminist principles.
  • Stakeholder Engagement & Committee Formation:
    • Identify and engage relevant stakeholders from government, civil society, academia, and development sectors.
    • Facilitate the formation of a 10-member Advocacy Committee, ensuring diverse and inclusive representation.
    • Draft ToRs and coordinate roles, responsibilities, and meeting schedules for the committee.
  • Policy Advocacy:
    • Organize and facilitate at least two consultative meetings with the Advocacy Committee to review and finalize the policy briefs.
    • Coordinate and support the committee in planning and conducting at least three meetings with 3–5 key policymakers to discuss and gain support for the proposed policy recommendations.
    • Provide technical support in preparation for a policy dialogue at the federal or provincial level (agenda, briefs, concept note, speaker coordination).
  • Reporting & Documentation:
    • Submit an inception report with a detailed work plan and stakeholder map.
    • Deliver finalized versions of both policy briefs.
    • Provide documentation of all meetings held (attendance, minutes, outcomes).
    • Submit a final consultancy report summarizing key outputs, challenges, and recommendations.
  • Duration & Payment:
    • The consultancy will begin on August 20, 2025, with deliverables spaced over 2 months.
    • Payment will be made in installments based on successful completion of agreed milestones.
    Key Skills And Competencies
    • Demonstrated experience in writing policy briefs and facilitating multi-stakeholder consultations.
    • Strong understanding of feminist policy frameworks, menstrual justice, and rights-based approaches.
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (Urdu proficiency is an asset).
    • Interested candidates should submit their CV, a cover letter, and two samples of previous policy documents/briefs developed by themselves.

    We proactively encourage individuals from marginalized groups (e.g., minorities, persons with disabilities, and women from remote or underprivileged areas) to apply.

    How to apply?

    If you are interested in joining our team, please submit your updated Resume along with a Cover Letter clearly stating the position name, your current and expected salary. Applications can be sent via email to careers@itacec.org or by post to Idara-e-Taleem-o-Aagahi, 12-Sharif Colony, Iftikhar Ahmad Malik Road, Canal Park Gulberg 2, Lahore, Pakistan.

    Idara-e-Taleem-o-Aagahi (ITA) maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards harassment, violations of safeguarding principles, and sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA).
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