Duties and Responsibilities

Primary Purpose of the Job
▪ Conduct research to inform periodic reviews of policies and implementation of
strategies in the areas of regional integration, development and cooperation as
defined in the SADC Regional Indicative Strategic Development Plan (RISDP)
▪ Coordinate the development, review and updating of policies and strategies
in the areas of regional integration, development and cooperation
▪ Coordinate the harmonization of regional frameworks with Member States
▪ Manage the efforts and performance of the team falling under the responsibility of
the Senior Officer
Duties and Responsibilities
Policy and Strategy
▪ Support the policy and strategy formulation process in the fields of regional
integration, development and cooperation within the SADC Secretariat in
consultation with Member States
▪ Facilitate the development and review of the Medium-Term Strategies including
the SADC Strategy Development, Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation and
Reporting (SPMER) and the Regional Indicative Strategic Development Plans
(RISDP)
▪ Coordinate and ensure alignment of SADC regional policies and strategies to
continental and international development initiatives
▪ Promote the Secretariat’s role of a policy think-tank on key regional integration
issues, in collaboration with regional and international research networks and
produce periodic SADC Policy Dialogue and Analysis Paper series

REF: SADC/2/3/3
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▪ Coordinate with Research and Statistics unit to conduct research that feeds into
policy development, analysis and monitoring of key regional integration,
development and cooperation issues and produce Research and Policy Paper
Series
▪ Initiate relevant reports to Council and Summit
▪ Provide technical advice to align national policies of member states with
overarching regional integration policies and strategies
▪ Analyse and assess the effectiveness and outreach of SADC policies and
programmes; and make appropriate recommendations for corrective actions
▪ Coordinate with external policy-making bodies in Member States to develop
papers on issues that interest SADC, and that can inform policymaking
▪ Strengthen the partnerships between the Secretariat and Stakeholders through
the implementation of a stakeholder engagement mechanism
▪ Facilitate periodic Policy Dialogue Forums between Member States and other
stakeholders on strategic regional integration and development issues
▪ Organise and coordinate policy dialogue forums on key regional integration
issues
▪ Facilitate effective functioning of SADC National Committees and follow-up on
implementation of regional policies at national level
▪ Feed information into and service the think tank mechanism led by the DES
Regional Integration
▪ Coordination with regional, continental, and global bodies to promote strategic
partnerships in order to advance the SADC Agenda
Servicing of Relevant Technical & Policy Committees, Meetings & Workshops
▪ Prepare reports, documents and annotated agenda for submission to various
policy structures of SADC
▪ Liaise with Conference Services Unit to (a) organise the logistics for the
meetings and workshops, and (b) process / produce the necessary meeting
and conference documents and presentations
▪ Facilitate technical committees, meetings and workshops as required
▪ Prepare records of the technical and policy meetings including communiqué for
policy meetings
Management of the Unit
▪ Develop, update and implement policies, strategies, processes, systems and
procedures for the effective delivery of the unit’s objectives
▪ Participate in formulation of the Corporate Strategy
▪ Develop short- and long-term plans and budgets for the unit, monitor progress,
assure adherence and evaluate performance on a regular basis
▪ Manage the delegated unit budget to ensure optimal use
REF: SADC/2/3/3

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▪ Achieve the mission, goals and objectives of the unit, and report progress to
the Head
▪ Ensure team compliance with all relevant Secretariat values, policies and
standards, and statutory requirements
▪ Work towards building a positive workplace and team culture, and a climate that
attracts, retains and motivates top quality personnel
▪ Plan the unit’s activity and maintain direct oversight on its operations and the staff
in terms of (a) work scheduling, (b) estimating resource and staffing needs, (c)
allocating and delegating tasks, and (d) recruiting, training, developing,
supporting, supervising, mentoring, motivating and appraising staff
▪ Research and adopt best practices in own area of work, and maintain high level
of knowledge in order to effectively undertake the duties of the post
▪ Undertake any other duties as delegated by the Director

Qualifications and Experience

Qualifications and Experience
Education
At least a Masters Degree in Economics; Development Studies; International
Relations; Public Policy Studies, or related technical field from a recognized institution
Specialised Knowledge
▪ Knowledge and understanding of research, analysis and policy advisory
▪ Proficient in the use of computers and computer software relevant to the position

Experience
▪ At least 10 years professional experience in development policy research,
analysis, and advisory activities within a policy research or academic institution,
public sector, private entity or social sector
▪ Experience of working with multiple stakeholders, including governments,
non-state actors and regional or international organisations
▪ This includes a minimum of 4 years in a line management position
Skills Requirements
▪ Communication and presentation skills
▪ Conflict management skills
▪ Decision-making skills
▪ International relations skills
▪ Interpersonal skills
▪ Leadership skills
▪ Mentoring and coaching skills
REF: SADC/2/3/3
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▪ Negotiation, persuasion, advocacy, networking, relationship building and
stakeholder management skills
▪ Organisational skills (planning, budgeting, work prioritisation, time management)
▪ Research, analytical and problem-solving skills
▪ Strategy and policy development skills
▪ Team building skills
Competency Requirement
▪ Apply interpersonal styles/methods to develop, motivate and empower
individuals toward achievement of goals
▪ Capable of maintaining quality whilst working under pressure and adhering to
deadlines
▪ Capacity to motivate and influence people positively, and create a climate
where people want to do their best
▪ Conceptual and practical thinking
▪ Customer focused
▪ Decisive
▪ Demonstrated ability to work well, present and win support for ideas in an
international, multi-cultural and highly political environment
▪ Organisational awareness with an understanding of how to engage the
organisation to get things done
▪ Maintain confidentiality and respectful of sensitive situations
▪ Methodical and organised, and able to look at the big picture without losing
attention to details
▪ Professionalism and adherence to good work ethics
▪ Question status quo / conventional approaches and encourage new ideas and
innovations for progress
▪ Resilience and personal drive, self-motivation
▪ Results and performance driven
▪ Visionary, thinks and acts strategically

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