Policy Opportunities (August 27, 2021)
Economists, cyber security experts, land warfare researchers, junior project managers, think tank ambassadors, program associates and several quality internships are among this week's opportunities.
Welcome to this week’s Policy Opportunities update. This week we see openings for economists, land warfare researchers, cyber security experts, junior project managers, think tank ambassadors, program associates, along with a host of other interesting roles around the world. There are also several quality internships to consider as well. It is always good to keep up to speed with what is on offer in the policy space!
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In this week’s Policy Pro update, we shared an opening for a Feminist Diplomacy Analyst to work at a female-led policy consultancy in India. We also shared:
A Green Finance Expert who will advise on matters related to the climate implications of finance industry at a Berlin-based tank that includes full social security and health benefits of German employment.
A Social Media Internship who will manage a DC-based think tank’s accounts from a remote location to enhance understanding about one of the world’s most contested geopolitical spaces.
A Community Manager who will work at a Southeast Asian branch of a London-based tank that boasts a global network of stakeholder partnerships.
A Development Officer who will work to further extend the broad networks of a DC-based tank that is already a pillar of US and global policy making.
Plus 20 other positions that are not listed below.
Positions - North America
THIRD WAY - WASHINGTON DC, USA
Economic Policy Advisor/Economist
Third Way is looking for an Economic Policy Advisor with quantitative skills. This position is for someone who is passionate about devising, advancing, and explaining policy solutions that help American workers recover and thrive in a post-COVID era. This person will unpack and analyze economic trends and data, convey this information to an informed audience through written and digital content, and collaborate internally and with external partners to develop and advance policy ideas that promote economic opportunity.
No deadline given.
For further information: https://www.thirdway.org/careers/economic-policy-advisor-economist
NATIONAL DEMOCRATIC INSTITUTE - WASHINGTON DC, USA
Temporary Project Assistant: Asia-Pacific
NDI is seeking candidates to work as a full-time project assistant for the Asia-Pacific team covering a range of countries in East Asia and the Pacific. The temporary project assistant position is available beginning in September 2021 for a term appointment lasting three months with the possibility of extension for an additional three months based on performance and/or business need. Responsibilities will include assisting in the Asia-Pacific team in organizing and implementing democracy development programs, collecting and distributing to the regional team foreign and domestic newspaper, magazine, or journal clippings pertaining to Asia & Pacific affairs.
No deadline given.
For further information: https://ndi.secure.force.com/careers/ts2__JobDetails?jobId=a0x2R00000Mq6IbQAJ&tSource=
THE INSTITUTE FOR DEFENSE ANALYSES - ALEXANDRIA, USA
Research Analyst - Experienced Military/Land Warfare
The Operational Evaluation Division (OED) has an immediate career opening for an Analyst with Army or Marine combat arms experience to support the Department of Defense's assessment of the operational effectiveness, suitability, survivability, and lethality of Army and Marine Corps combat systems. The Analyst will support and advise mid- and senior-level civilian and military officials regarding the operational evaluation of Army or Marine Corps weapon systems. The Analyst will assist in the design and planning for field-based operational testing, observe operational test execution in the field, and contribute written assessments on a military unit’s operational effectiveness when employing the system under test. Close interaction with Army or Marine units and officials responsible for the planning, development, and execution of testing is required. Travel to test sites is required. U.S. Citizenship is required and ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance is required.
Deadline: Monday, 30th August, 2021
For further information: https://phh.tbe.taleo.net/phh01/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=INSTITUTEDA&cws=39&rid=1935
Positions - Europe
EUROPEAN POLICY CENTRE - BRUSSELS, BELGIUM
Junior Project Manager "Connecting Europe"
The project entails joint activities on the future of Europe that will foster dialogue and exchange between Brussels and EU member states and between policymakers and civil society on a range of issues: rule of law, democracy, education and youth; EU foreign policy, in particular EU-China and EU-Turkey; climate change; and the digital transformation. The EPC is seeking a Junior Project Manager with 2-3 years’ work experience, who will support the Project Leader in the development of the project and work closely with the Project Assistant in the daily coordination of the project. They’ll responsible for the daily management of the project and the network, including liaising with project partners and developing the network and consolidate existing contacts to project partners.
Deadline: Sunday, 5th September, 2021
For further information: https://www.epc.eu/en/vacancies
THE FUTURE SOCIETY - EUROPE (REMOTE POSITION)
Project Administrative & Financial Assistant: Tunisia’s National Artificial Intelligence Policy
The Government of Tunisia and GIZ’s Digital Transformation Center Tunisia with support by The Future Society (TFS) are launching a project to develop Tunisia’s National Artificial Intelligence Strategy. TFS is a U.S. nonprofit organization with the mission to advance the responsible adoption of AI and other emerging technologies for the benefit of humanity. The TFS team is recruiting a part-time assistant to provide support for the management and preparation of administrative, financial and HR documentation required for compliance and auditing of international donor’s grant agreement. They’ll provide support for the management and preparation of administrative, financial and HR documentation required for compliance and auditing of international donor’s grant agreement.
No deadline given.
For further information: https://thefuturesociety.org/jobs/
UK 100 - LONDON, UK (REMOTE POSITION)
Executive Assistant
We are looking for an organised and energetic Executive Assistant to support the development and delivery of UK100’s operations by providing key administrative and business support, including email and diary management, to the Chief Executive and Assistant Chief Executive, playing a vital role in communicating with UK100’s external contacts. UK100 is a not for profit environmental organisation which continues to grow fast, expanding the team and our activities to support our members and advocate for change. This role is perfect for someone who would like to bring their experience as an Executive Assistant to support the development and growth of a dynamic and exciting organisation. A background in local government, politics and/or the charitable sector would be valuable.
Deadline: Tuesday, 31st August, 2021
For further information: https://www.uk100.org/careers
Positions - South Asia
INTERNATIONAL REPUBLICAN INSTITUTE - KATHMANDU, NEPAL
Program Associate - Nepal
The Program Associate is the entry level position for program work at IRI and provides administrative and programmatic support for current and developing programs in Nepal. This position will be based in Kathmandu with our program team. They will provide logistical support to IRI’s capacity-building activities, including province-level workshops, trainings and field research. They’ll also support monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL) work of the IRI including data collection, analysis, and contribute to drafting of narrative reports as required. Track program activities to ensure that objectives are met and activities comply with IRI and donor regulations. They’ll also facilitate meetings with partner organizations, government officials and other key stakeholders to help ensure timely implementation of program activities.
No deadline given.
For further information: https://recruiting.ultipro.com/INT1048/JobBoard/201c19d1-4b06-d159-bba4-6a102267f555/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=e0bfbefd-69b0-4c3b-8889-f6b595e3f730
CENTRE FOR CIVIL SOCIETY - NEW DELHI, INDIA
Lead, Science & Technology Policy
CCS is looking for a full-time Lead, S & T Policy to join its newest venture S & T Policy @CCS at an exciting time of organisational growth and development. S/he will lead a small and dedicated team to provide the necessary vision, leadership, and skills and work towards liberalising the scientific ecosystem, encompassing both public and private sectors. S/he will be responsible for ensuring seamless engagement of S & T Policy @CCS with a larger S & T mothership organisation, for which CCS will anchor the policy piece, resulting in a synergistic output.
Deadline: Tuesday, 31st August, 2021
For further information: https://recruit.zohopublic.com/recruit/PortalDetail.na?digest=YufHcp0lCpT1Id8Jmbha5CuxUcsgaW9ZlSMnc1cJJ9w-&iframe=true&jobid=343261000008957023&widgetid=343261000000116057&embedsource=CareerSite
Positions - Asia-Pacific
S. RAJARANTAM SCHOOL OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES - SINGAPORE
Associate Research Fellow / Research Fellow (Cyber & Homeland Defence)
The S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies (RSIS), a Graduate School of Nanyang Technological University (NTU), is a leading research and teaching institution in strategic and international affairs and policy think tank in the Asia-Pacific region. RSIS is seeking applicants for the position of Associate Research Fellow/ Research Fellow for the Centre of Excellence for National Security (CENS). The Centre’s areas of research include cybersecurity strategy, cybersecurity policy and law, international law and norms of cyber operations, smart city cybersecurity, surveillance and privacy, disinformation, foreign interference, technology policy, and other related national security topics. The candidate should have suitable academic or relevant work experience in fields related to strategy, policy or legal aspects of cybersecurity or digital technology, and a keen interest in one or more of the Centre’s areas of research.
No deadline given.
For further information: https://ntu.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers/job/NTU-Main-Campus-Singapore/Associate-Research-Fellow---Research-Fellow--Cyber---Homeland-Defence---RSIS-_R00005900
MEKONG INSTITUTE - THAILAND
Program Coordinator
Reporting to the ADC Director, the Program Coordinator will perform two interrelated roles. Firstly, they will work with the Program Team to deliver capacity development activities, monitor progress for data collection purposes, and coordinate follow up action with team leaders. Secondly, he/she will support research development of GMS priority and emerging issues according to MI’s thematic areas. They’ll use inputs for content development, concept notes for capacity development activities, smooth working relationship with implementing partners and coordinating agencies and coordinate experts’ inputs and implementation of capacity development activities.
Deadline: Tuesday, 31st August, 2021
For further information: https://www.mekonginstitute.org/fileadmin/user_upload/Mekong_Institute/Job/ADC__Program_Coordinator.pdf
Internships
EUROPEAN STUDENT THINK TANK - EUROPE (REMOTE POSITIONS)
Ambassadors
Are you interested in the European Union and would you like to contribute to bridging the gap between the EU and its students? Being an EST Ambassador means being part of an international network. Your role and contributions as an Ambassador are key factors to EST’s growing success. You will become the main contact point for the EST within your country, and together we will work on building a diverse and inclusive network. As an Ambassador, you will acquire first-hand experience working within an international organization and think tank, and you will become involved in the European policy-making process. The main objective of Ambassadorship is to get students in your country involved in online and offline debates and to collaborate with students/ young professionals all across Europe. You’ll be writing papers, opinion pieces and blogs, contributing to common publications relating to current EST campaigns, conducting interviews, making vlogs. You’ll be promoting EST via social media and other channels in your country, at your university or to your government, and building a national network of enthusiastic student contributors and academic advisors.
Deadline: Sunday, 5th September, 2021
For further information: https://esthinktank.com/get-involved/become-an-ambassador/
HENRY JACKSON SOCIETY - LONDON, UK
Internship programme
HJS offers a variety of internships aimed at politically-minded, enthusiastic and self-motivated individuals. Our internships offer a valuable immersion into the world of international relations and are designed to foster career development. Internship programmes are available within the Society’s research centres, communication and events department and general internships are available for the right candidates to work across a variation of the above. Please note that during the ongoing Covid-19 Pandemic, internships will be conducted remotely. All applications and written materials must be submitted ahead of, or by this date. The fall programme will run from October-December.
Deadline: Wednesday, 1st September, 2021
For further information: https://henryjacksonsociety.org/vacancies/
That’s all for now! Don’t forget to check in next week for more opportunities.
Stay well and stay safe,
- Liam
Founder of Policy People