Policy Analyst - WASH and Health

About the role

WaterAid is hiring a Policy Analyst for its Global Policy and Research Team (Global Policy and Campaigns Department), reporting to the Head of Policy on WASH and Public Health. The role develops policy research and evidence solutions to inform advocacy and campaigns on health, and leads thematic health portfolio areas. It is based in Nairobi or Addis Ababa, depending on right-to-work eligibility, and is permanent, full time, 35 hours per week.

Key responsibilities

• Support research, policy and lobbying on health (60%): conduct policy analysis, commission research, analyse the policy landscape, write briefings and reports, and build relationships with technical decision-makers.
• Provide policy advice and support to country programmes (20%).
• Provide general policy advice, coordination, reporting and logistics support (20%), including research and writing of briefings on climate and WASH issues and organising meetings.

Required profile

• Understanding of advocacy tactics and experience in public policy or advocacy on health and WASH, especially in Africa or Asia.
• Strong understanding of the impact of WASH on health, particularly for people in poverty, women and girls.
• Political economy, analytical and research skills, and experience working with networks and coalitions.
• Well-developed English, with experience authoring high-impact policy briefs.
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally; right to work in the host country.
• Nice to have: experience in gender and women's health, health financing or infectious diseases; master's degree or post-graduate qualification in a water-related or development discipline; fluency in European, African or Asian languages.

Required skills

• Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Project management and organisational skills

Applications close 12:00 PM UK time on 26 November 2026. Candidates must show eligibility to work in the country of employment; salaries and benefits vary by location and experience.