Public Sector Stakeholder Engagement Manager

Job Summary

The Public Sector Stakeholder Engagement Manager will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive strategy for engagement and relationship management with key government agencies, regulatory bodies, and public sector officials in Nigeria. This role is crucial for fostering collaborative relationships, ensuring compliance, and providing the organisation with timely and relevant insights to inform strategic decision-making for the firm, clients, and project implementation.

Job Details

Key Responsibilities

• Stakeholder Relationship Management:
• Build, maintain, and strengthen positive working relationships with
  principal stakeholders across various levels of the public sector (federal, &
  state) in Nigeria and in some cases continentally.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for routine communication and
  engagement with public sector partners.
• Proactively follow up with public sector stakeholders on ongoing projects,
  regulatory approvals, and joint initiatives to ensure smooth progress and
  resolution of any bottlenecks.
• Foster business opportunities with the Public Sector.

Insight Generation and Analysis:

• Actively monitor and attain critical insights from public sector spaces,
  including policy changes, legislative developments, budget
  announcements, and government priorities across various markets (NG,
  SA, KE).
• Prepare detailed, actionable reports and briefs on the public sector
  landscape for the senior leadership team.
• Translate complex policy and regulatory information into clear strategic
  implications for the organization.

Strategic Collaboration and Advocacy:
 

• Identify and capitalise on opportunities for collaboration between the
  organisation and public sector entities to advance mutual goals.
• Develop and present the organisation's position on key policy issues to
  government officials and relevant committees.
• Support the negotiation and finalization of partnership agreements,
  Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs), and other formal collaborations
  with government bodies.

Compliance and Risk Mitigation:

• Stay abreast of all relevant public sector regulations and ensure that all
  organizational activities are in full compliance with Nigerian laws.
• Anticipate and identify potential public sector risks or challenges that
  could impact the operations of clients and develop mitigation strategies
  in consultation with the legal and management teams.

Requirements

Education: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Political Science, Law,
  International Relations, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5-7 years of professional experience in government relations,
  public policy, or a similar role in Nigeria.
• Proven track record of successful engagement and relationship building
  with senior public sector officials.
• Deep, demonstrable knowledge of the Nigerian political, regulatory, and
  administrative environment.

Skills:
 

• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• High level of political acumen and professional discretion.
• Fluency in written and spoken English is required; proficiency in major
  Nigerian languages and French is an advantage.
• Ability to work independently and travel frequently within Nigeria as
  required.
• Ability to spot and ideate business opportunities.

Benefits

What We Offer
 

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus performance-based
  bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance, professional development opportunities (e.g., policy workshops, certifications), and a generous leave policy.
• A dynamic, mission-driven culture with opportunities for regional travel and
  impact on high-profile projects.
• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance in a hybrid model.
• Access to a collaborative team of experts passionate about African development.

About Company

NINA JOJER LIMITED

https://www.ninajojer.com/

Nina Jojer Limited is a Pan-African consulting firm committed to empowering transformation in Africa by providing innovative solutions to businesses, governments, and organizations. Our core services include Policy Development, Strategic Advisory, Stakeholder Management and Advocacy, Digital Transformation, and Data-Driven Insights. We are dedicated to driving impact and fostering long-term growth for our clients.