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WOWorld Economic Forum Geneva

Government Relations Specialist, Africa(m/w/x)

Genf
Full-timeOn-siteExperienced
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Coordinating team interactions with thematic centers for Africa's regional agenda integration. 4+ years in international affairs with sub-Saharan Africa focus required. Work with senior government officials and business executives across the continent.

Requirements

  • Domain knowledge and experience
  • 4+ years professional experience in international affairs, trade policy, economic development, public-private partnerships, or related field, focus on sub-Saharan Africa
  • Strong understanding of African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and African trade/investment landscape
  • Familiarity with digital trade, digital public infrastructure, and emerging technology governance frameworks relevant to Africa
  • Experience engaging with senior government officials, business executives, and multilateral institutions in African context
  • Prior experience in or with international organization, think tank, development finance institution, consulting firm, or government ministry desirable
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
  • Proficiency in a second regional working language (e.g. French or Portuguese) is an advantage
  • Strong project management capabilities
  • Demonstrated ability to coordinate complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives across geographies
  • Manage competing priorities under tight deadlines
  • Relationship management skills
  • Ability to engage credibly and build trust with senior stakeholders
  • Analytical and research skills
  • Ability to synthesize complex information into concise, high-quality briefings
  • Collaborative and cross-functional working style
  • Ability to operate effectively within a matrixed organization
  • Contribute to a high-performing, diverse team
  • Entrepreneurial mindset and intellectual curiosity
  • Genuine commitment to Africa’s development
  • Commitment to the Forum’s mission
  • Proficiency in standard office and project management tools
  • Experience with CRM systems and digital collaboration platforms is an advantage

Tasks

  • Coordinate team interactions with thematic centres
  • Ensure coherence with Africa regional agenda
  • Liaise with internal teams for Africa agenda integration
  • Monitor and track regional commitment delivery
  • Flag risks and dependencies in regional projects
  • Co-manage Forum Friends of the AfCFTA initiative
  • Support AfCFTA implementation and trade potential
  • Support ADAPT initiative for digital trade infrastructure
  • Facilitate ADAPT pilot rollout in Ghana, Nigeria, and Rwanda
  • Perform administrative tasks for community management
  • Collect and report data for meetings
  • Create and maintain engagement materials
  • Manage logistics for high-level meetings
  • Maintain accurate stakeholder records
  • Act as Forum ambassador in the region
  • Advocate for regional context within the Forum
  • Cultivate relationships with decision-makers and thought leaders
  • Broaden and deepen Forum community engagement

Work Experience

  • 4 years

Education

  • Bachelor's degreeOR
  • Master's degree

Languages

  • EnglishNative
  • FrenchBasic
  • PortugueseBasic

Tools & Technologies

  • CRM systems
  • digital collaboration platforms
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