Key Responsibilities
Develop a comprehensive framework/narrative of tax and its intersection with pan-African feminist analysis
Coordinate activities at the intersection of tax and pan African feminist analysis and theorization.
This will include actively developing, engaging and maintaining strategic relationships with key partners and network around tax and its intersection with pan-African feminism
Lead in planning and reporting with a view to delivering on the objectives of the pan African feminist tax initiative.
Establish connections and collaborations with various individuals and organisations operating in this sphere.
Oversee the creation and development of knowledge pieces and research materials in Pan African Feminist Approaches to Taxation
Contribute to the expansion of the Feminist Tax Initiative's engagement and influence in the area of Pan African Feminist Approaches to Taxation
Identify and coordinate a 10-member reference group of interdisciplinary experts to gather insights and perspectives for a well-rounded approach on Pan African Feminist Approaches to Taxation
Contribute to raising awareness and promoting discussions around tax and its intersection panAfrican feminism
Proactively seek out opportunities for the Feminist Tax Initiative and contribution in relevant events, conferences, and networks.
Continuously update and adapt the narrative based on evolving insights, feedback, and developments in the digital and feminist landscapes.
Synthesize research findings and insights into coherent written content that aligns with the panAfrican feminist narrative.
Compile a quarterly newsletter that consolidates recent developments at the intersection of tax pan-African feminism.
Establish and manage a listserv and database encompassing professionals engaged in a pan African feminist approach to tax.
Support project management aspects of the initiative by managing contracts with consultants and other service suppliers within the program and work with the finance team to ensure financial information is up to date, variances are identified and recommendations for action made
Deliverables
Contributions to discussions, summaries of key points, and presentation of the Feminist Tax Initiative's perspective Contact list, communication logs, and documented collaboration opportunities.
Research reports, whitepapers, articles, blogs, art, concept analyses, a n d thought leadership pieces. and other relevant content.
A diverse and knowledgeable reference group and availability of selection criteria, contact details of reference group members, and meeting summaries.
Participation in spaces, discussion summaries and reports.
Quarterly newsletters with curated content, updates, and insights.
A well-organised, maintained and regularly updated database of relevant individuals and organisations with contact details, and reports on database growth.
Key Accountability Areas
Pan-African feminist narrative shaping and Policy analysis/research
Program planning coordination and reporting
Developing and maintaining relationships with partners
Requirements for the Policy Lead Role
Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree in gender studies, economics, political science public policy or a development-related discipline (Masters is an added advantage).
Core Skills and Experience
Have overall experience of 3 to 5 years with strong work experience in tax-related and feminist issues, especially governance, transparency and accountability functions; preferably in a nongovernmental organization or civil institutions
Have a background in tax and/or feminist principles with an excellent understanding of the global tax system
Experience in program coordination, research coordination and knowledge generation
Knowledge of finance and program budget monitoring and tracking
Stakeholder development and management
Strong research and analytical skills
Able to collaborate and work within a cross-cultural setting
Excellent communication skills with several long-distance working relationships
Proficiency in French is an added advantage
Willing to travel for at least 25% of the time
You are a flexible, creative and strategic thinker who is able to work in a highly operational environment