Government Relations Coordinator – Africa

About the role

The International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) is seeking a Government Relations Coordinator for the Intergovernmental Forum on Mining, Minerals, Metals and Sustainable Development (IGF) to lead engagement with African member governments. Working remotely from Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, South Africa or Uganda, you will act as the primary liaison between governments and IGF technical teams.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to engage, re‑engage and expand IGF membership across Africa.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with member governments, focal points, regional organisations and development partners.
• Coordinate government requests for technical assistance and facilitate communication with IGF technical teams.
• Organise African participation in the Annual General Meeting, Executive Committee activities, regional events and bilateral meetings.
• Prepare briefing notes, engagement reports, country profiles and regional analyses.
• Develop strategic partnerships, support fundraising and donor engagement.
• Represent IGF at regional and international meetings and conferences.

Required profile

• Proven experience in government engagement, partnership development or related coordination roles.
• Familiarity with mining governance and sustainable development issues in Africa.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for preparing reports and briefing notes.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate across multiple time zones and stakeholders.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to influence mining governance across a diverse set of African countries.
• Collaboration with a global think‑tank and access to technical expertise.
• Remote work flexibility within the specified African nations.