Job Description
Job Opportunity with CGD (London or DC)
- Job Title: Policy Analyst, Global Education Programme Fixed term (18 months contract)
- Location: London, UK or Washington DC, US
- Salary London: 46,725 per annum, pro-rata
- Salary DC: $66,000 per annum, pro-rata
- First date of posting 11 March
- Closing date: 2 April 10:00 am GMT
Responsibilities
- Conduct technical research and analysis. Co-author policy briefs, blogs, and papers.
- Track policy developments and identify opportunities to strengthen policy analysis.
- Support programme management and coordination of policy events, supervising and coordinating actions with multiple stakeholders, proactively monitoring progress, and enhancing cross-collaboration and integration of research and policy efforts.
- Support outreach efforts to institutions, policymakers, and their staff.
- Collaborate with senior staff and members of the CGDE communications team to translate research into policy-focused products.
- Contribute to the drafting of communications and reports to funders and supporters.
- Perform other duties within the range of skills and abilities of the post holder, as required in support of senior staff.
- Master's degree in economics, public policy, finance, or related field.
- At least 2 years of relevant development policy, management, and operational work experience.
- Strong research and data analysis skills - excellent Stata skills (or other data analysis programs).
- Outstanding organization skills and attention to detail; proven ability to advance projects with hands-off supervision while being accountable for the accuracy of outputs.
- Experience working with governments, multilateral institutions and/or official donors.
- Strong communications and writing skills in English, including the ability to communicate complex messages, and to rapidly produce high-quality briefing materials on development policy topics.
To apply: Applicants should submit a CV, a cover letter outlining how they meet the requirements for the role and a writing sample via CGD's website.
The successful candidate will be based in London or Washington D.C. and will need to be in the office a minimum of two days a week. It is a requirement for this role that the successful candidate has, or obtains, the right to live and work in the UK or in the US.
US Candidates:
Starting salary - $66,000 annually.
The organization is working hybrid will all staff required to be in the office two days per week. CGD is registered to employ staff living in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Candidates must be able to live and work in one of these locations to be considered.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document upon hire. CGD is unable to sponsor work authorization for this position.
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CGD/E is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and celebrates fostering a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive work environment. All persons will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, parental status, veteran status, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age or sexual orientation.
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