Stakeholder Management and Facilitation:Environmental scanning of industrial and trade policy issues that may arise and facilitate bi- and multi-lateral engagement between stakeholders.Identify and prioritize stakeholder positions during discussions and negotiations.Address and troubleshoot policy issues in legislative negotiations.Coordinate engagements between NEDLAC constituencies and national government departments.Legislative Engagement and Collaboration:Collaborate on legislation covering Energy, Economic and Industrial Development, Incentives, COVID, and vital other sectors at NEDLAC.Articulate government positions, offer insights in NEDLAC forums.Review legislation, address stakeholder concerns with effective mitigation.Stay informed on legislative changes, engage stakeholders in trade and industrial sectors.Strategic Planning and Implementation:Align research projects with broader strategic objectives and policy positions.Foster interdisciplinary collaboration within DTIC.Implement proactive measures for policy implementation.Champion sustainability initiatives in trade and industry policies.Communication and Public Engagement:Collaborate for public dissemination of key policy messages.Establish feedback mechanisms for continuous improvement.Contribute to educational programs for awareness of trade policies.Development of a stakeholder database.Research and Analysis:Manage research projects in DTIC, emphasize sector-specific and trade-related studies.Oversee content development for Policy Dialogue engagements.Track and analyze trends in trade and industry policies.Act as a knowledge resource on legislative matters for internal and external stakeholders.Policy Development and Advocacy:Develop policy briefs for dissemination to stakeholders.Host policy dialogues with key stakeholders.Draft progress reports for departmental forums.Advocate for inclusivity and diversity in policy development.