Regional Policy Lead – Health Research & Development (Africa)

About the role

PATH is seeking a Regional Policy Lead for Health Research and Development to drive policy and advocacy initiatives that strengthen Africa’s health research and innovation ecosystem. Based in one of several East or West African capitals, you will work at the intersection of health R&D, policy, and stakeholder engagement to create enabling environments for new health solutions.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of evidence‑based policy and advocacy strategies across the continent.
• Build and nurture strategic partnerships with governments, regional bodies, industry, academia, civil society, and development partners.
• Mobilize investments and align financing mechanisms to support health innovation pipelines.
• Translate research findings into actionable policy recommendations and elevate priority issues on national and regional agendas.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams within PATH’s health innovation portfolio, including market dynamics, product development, and vaccine innovation.

Required profile

• Extensive experience in health policy, advocacy, or related fields within an African context.
• Proven ability to influence policy makers and build multi‑sector coalitions.
• Strong understanding of health research, regulatory, manufacturing, financing, and market access landscapes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑engagement skills.

Required skills