Innovations for Poverty Action

Director

• Lead IPA Rwanda's overall policy impact strategy.
• Provide strategic vision and oversight of IPA's Embedded Evidence Labs and scaling programs.
• Represent IPA at high-level policy forums and in relationships with senior government officials, donors, and partner organizations.
• Proactively engage government and development stakeholders to identify priority research questions and translate evidence into policy action.
• Set and implement IPA Rwanda's country strategy in alignment with IPA Global and regional priorities.
• Lead country-level planning, including annual work plans and multi-year strategic goals.
• Serve as the primary relationship holder with the Regional Director and IPA Global teams.
• Maintain IPA Rwanda's visibility and reputation with key external stakeholders.
• Provide strategic oversight to the research portfolio, ensuring projects meet IPA quality standards.
• Lead efforts to identify and secure new funding opportunities in consultation with the Global Policy team and Regional Director.
• Ensure adherence to IPA policies, donor requirements, and legal obligations.

Country Lead – Director of Policy