IHS Towers is the largest independent mobile telecommunications infrastructure provider in Europe, Africa and the Middle East. Founded in 2001, IHS provides services across the full tower value chain – colocation on owned towers, deployment and managed services.

Today IHS Towers has operations in Nigeria, Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Zambia and Rwanda. Following the recent acquisitions of MTN and Etisalat’s tower portfolios in Nigeria, IHS owns over 23,300 towers in Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Specialist, Public Policy

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full time
Department: Regulatory Affairs & Govt. Relations

Job Description

  • As Senior Specialist, Public Policy, you will be responsible for managing all public policy activities and initiatives affecting IHS Nigeria.

Key Roles & Responsibilities.

  • Policy Analysis: Research and analyze current and proposed policies, laws, and regulations relevant to the organization’s goals. Assess the potential impact of these policies on the organization and its stakeholders.
  • Environment Monitoring: Monitor legislative and regulatory developments at the local, state, and federal levels. Stay informed about emerging policy trends and political developments that may affect the organization.
  • Policy Research: Conduct in-depth research to support the organization’s policy positions. This may involve collecting and analyzing data, conducting surveys, and producing policy briefs or white papers.
  • Strategic Planning: Work with leadership to develop and implement a comprehensive public policy strategy that aligns with the organization’s mission and objectives. ·
  •  Coalition Building: Identify opportunities to collaborate with other organizations and stakeholders that share similar policy goals. Build and lead coalitions to amplify advocacy efforts.
  • Advocacy: work with the External Relations Unit to develop and execute advocacy strategies to promote policies that align with the organization’s interests. This may involve engaging with government officials, lawmakers, and relevant stakeholders through lobbying efforts, public relations, and grassroots campaigns.

Qualifications

  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Law, Economics, or a related field.
  •  5+ years of relevant experience in the telecommunication regulatory field.
  • An in-depth understanding of government processes, legislative procedures, and regulatory frameworks.
  •  Knowledge of specific policy areas relevant to the telecommunications sector is also crucial.
  • Understanding the political landscape, including key policymakers and decision-making process.

Functional Competencies:

  • Commercial Awareness
  • Strategic Planning & Critical Thinking
  • Negotiation & Communication Skills ·
  • Regulatory, Compliance & Governance
  • Policy awareness & Research
  • Stakeholder Management

Behavioural Competencies:

  • Collaboration & Teamwork
  • Relationship Building

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Add TheNigeriaLawyer On Google News ______________________________________________________________________ ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE FOR LAWYERS: A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE Reimagine your practice with the power of AI “...this is the only Nigerian book I know of on the topic.” — Ohio Books Ltd Authored by Ben Ijeoma Adigwe, Esq., ACIArb (UK), LL.M, Dip. in Artificial Intelligence, Director, Delta State Ministry of Justice, Asaba, Nigeria. Bonus: Get a FREE eBook titled “How to Use the AI in Legalpedia and Law Pavilion” with every purchase.

How to Order: 📞 Call, Text, or WhatsApp: 08034917063 | 07055285878 📧 Email: benadigwe1@gmail.com 🌐 Website: www.benadigwe.com

Ebook Version: Access directly online at: https://selar.com/prv626

______________________________________________________________________ New Year Promo: Get Five Maritime Law Books For N150,000 — 63% Discount The promotion, which commenced on January 8 and runs until February 8, 2026, offers five core maritime law books authored by Dr. Emeka Akabogu, SAN, ordinarily valued at N405,000, for just N150,000 — a 63% discount. Interested buyers can place their orders through the following channels: Phone: 0704 329 3271 Online Store: https://paystack.shop/aa-bookstore Website: www.akabogulaw.com ______________________________________________________________________ [A MUST HAVE] Evidence Act Demystified With Recent And Contemporary Cases And Materials
“Evidence Act: Complete Annotation” by renowned legal experts Sanni & Etti.
Available now for NGN 40,000 at ASC Publications, 10, Boyle Street, Onikan, Lagos. Beside High Court, TBS. Email publications@ayindesanni.com or WhatsApp +2347056667384. Purchase Link: https://paystack.com/buy/evidence-act-complete-annotation ________________________________________________________________________ The Law And Practice Of Redundancy In Nigeria: A Practitioner’s Guide, Authored By A Labour & Employment Law Expert Bimbo Atilola _______________________________________________________________________