Program & Policy Lead-Extractives Industries-Fixed Term – One (1) year Contract.
‘Re-advertised position: previous applicants need not apply’
The Southern Africa Extractive Industries Programme and Policy Lead will primarily lead Oxfam to leverage the extractive industries programming in Southern Africa and working closely with partners to achieve impact in countries where Oxfam does not have a presence.
We are looking for an individual who is dynamic, charismatic and credible leader with the following:
·Strong programme management and quality knowledge, with ability to ensure consistent quality against standards and to implement effective monitoring and evaluation systems to assess and adjust performance.
· Minimum of 5 years work experience in programme implementation, policy advocacy, international development, human rights and/or environmental fields, at least two of which are specifically dedicated to programme and/or advocacy work on extractive industries issues.
·Demonstrated programme (including advocacy and campaign) design (including M&E) and management experience, with experience of developing multi country/team work an advantage.
· Well-developed analytical, conceptual, research and writing skills.
· A deep understanding of extractive industries issues and trends, including conflicts, globally, in Southern Africa with lived experience in Mozambique or Zambia, with existing relationships to global, regional and in country extractive industries networks.
· Excellent communication skills – good at listening, analysing, giving constructive feedback in ways that build capacity and understanding.
· Well-developed gender analysis skills, with a particular understanding of the gendered nature of extractive industries governance, impacts and related financial flows. Commitment to human rights principles and actions.
·Passionate about changing the status quo and exercise courage and activism about changing the current extrusive models.
· Strong communications and IT skills in a variety of media. Ability to use new technology and social media to convey complex ideas in thoughtful, creative ways, and able to tailor communication to a variety of different audiences.
·Self-driven and at ease with multiple accountability lines, competing demands and a degree of uncertainty.
·Experience or aptitude for working in conflict contexts and complex institution with multiple reporting and communication lines.
·Experience carrying out or contracting extractives industries programme and influencing capacity. building and training for civil society organisations a strong advantage.
·Experience in policy dialogue, advocacy and lobbying with government and private sector actors.
·Experience in implementing Nexus programming, with special focus on the nexus Extractive, conflict and Climate change.
·Experience working remotely with multilocation teams and multiple accountabilities.
· Proven ability in social research and macro policy analysis, with a focus on extractive industries governance a strong advantage.
·Understanding of gender justice and diversity within key areas of responsibility and a commitment to promoting gender justice and diversity within the extractives work.
· Willing and able to travel 30-50% of time at a very short or no notice.
·Fluent spoken and written English. Local languages and Portuguese is an added advantage.
Our offer:
At Oxfam, we believe that every aspect of our work can lead to a positive outcome. If you have the same opinion, together with the ability to meet the challenges involved, this role offers scope for immense personal fulfilment – as well as outstanding opportunities to develop your career.
Oxfam is committed to providing a competitive compensation package based on a 40-hour work per week.
How to apply:
If your qualifications meet the requirements, and believe in Oxfam values- please apply by visiting our website at : http://www.oxfam.org.ukusing the number INT11560.
The closing date is Friday, 08th May 2026.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Oxfam is an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation.
