About
Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA) is a global research and policy nonprofit focused on identifying effective approaches to reducing poverty and helping decision-makers apply evidence to improve policies and programmes.
Since its establishment in 2002, IPA has collaborated with researchers and policymakers across multiple countries to conduct rigorous evaluations and translate research findings into practical solutions that can improve lives.
Job Description
IPA is seeking a Policy Support Intern to assist its Policy & Evidence-to-Action team in promoting evidence-informed policymaking and stakeholder engagement in Nigeria.
The intern will gain practical experience in policy research, evidence synthesis, stakeholder engagement, research coordination, monitoring and learning, and translating research findings into useful policy and programme insights.
Key Responsibilities
Policy Research & Evidence Synthesis
- Conduct desk research and literature reviews on policy and development issues such as gender, women’s economic empowerment, financial inclusion, governance, livelihoods, and social protection.
- Assist in preparing policy briefs, evidence summaries, concept notes, presentations, and technical documents.
- Help translate research findings into practical insights for government and other sector stakeholders.
- Support the identification and mapping of relevant policies, institutional frameworks, stakeholders, and organizations across priority sectors.
Stakeholder Engagement & Policy Support
- Assist with organizing and documenting stakeholder meetings, workshops, technical sessions, and policy discussions.
- Support stakeholder mapping and monitoring of engagement outcomes.
- Help coordinate preparations for policy roundtables, evidence-sharing events, and learning sessions.
- Prepare meeting notes, engagement summaries, and action trackers.
Research Coordination & Learning
- Support thematic working groups and research coordination activities.
- Assist with preparing materials for Research Coordinating Committee meetings and technical working sessions.
- Contribute to the development and refinement of research questions and learning agendas.
- Help identify policy and evidence gaps that could inform future research activities.
Data, MEL & Institutional Support
- Assist with organizing and reviewing institutional data, policy documents, and evidence repositories.
- Support monitoring, evaluation, and learning activities related to policy engagement and institutional strengthening.
- Help document lessons learned, institutional insights, and opportunities for greater use of evidence.
Administrative & Team Support
- Assist with scheduling, coordination, and communication involving stakeholders and partners.
- Participate in relevant team meetings, training sessions, and organizational learning activities.
- Provide general administrative and operational support to the Policy & Evidence-to-Action team as assigned.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Academic background in Public Policy, Political Science, Economics, Development Studies, Public Health, Gender Studies, International Development, Social Sciences, or a related discipline.
- Strong research, writing, analytical, and information-synthesis skills.
- Demonstrated interest in evidence-based policymaking, governance, gender and women’s economic empowerment, and development programmes.
- Ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely.
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively to a collaborative, fast-paced team.
How to Apply
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