Policy Opportunities (Dec 25, 2020)
Climate policy positions, various roles in South Asia and many fully-funded fellowships in Singapore are among the opportunities at think tanks this week.
Welcome to this week’s Policy Opportunities update. Despite the Christmas and New Year holiday, there are still plenty of positions open for those who are seeking. There are a number of climate policy positions, from Washington DC to London to Melbourne. There are also a high number of openings in South Asia and Asia-Pacific this week, including several strong openings in India, remote roles in Malaysia and new research roles, in addition to six fully-funded fellowship openings, at Singapore’s leading tank. As per usual, several tanks are advertising more than one vacancy, so make sure to search the site thoroughly and apply to all positions of interest. Even if you already have a position, it is always good to keep up to speed with what is on offer in the policy space!
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Positions - North America
THIRD WAY - WASHINGTON DC, USA
THIRD WAY is currently advertising several positions including:
Senior External Affairs Advisor for Climate
The Senior External Affairs Advisor for Climate will manage the day to day activities of Third Way’s campaign to engage corporations to advocate for the fastest, fairest path to net-zero carbon pollution by 2050. This person must think strategically, manage unforeseen circumstances, and effectively enhance the organization’s reach amongst the business community that supports climate and clean energy action and Democratic policymakers. Key responsibilities include identifying partner companies and engage them to support and advocate for national action; discovering and sharing stories of how climate and clean energy action will help bring or keep jobs in key parts of the country and ensure US companies are competitive globally.
Deadline: Thursday, December 31, 2020
For further information: https://www.thirdway.org/careers/senior-external-affairs-advisor-for-climate
THE NATIONAL BUREAU OF ASIAN RESEARCH - WASHINGTON DC, USA
Assistant Director, Congressional Affairs
NBR is an independent, nonpartisan tank that brings world-class scholarship to bear on the evolving strategic environment in Asia through original, policy-relevant research, and we invest in our future by training the next generation of Asia specialists. NBR is seeking an Assistant Director, Congressional Affairs to support the institution's engagement with the U.S. Congress and assist with other U.S. government relations. A successful applicant must have substantive expertise in the workings of Capitol Hill and a desire to connect NBR's policy research with the legislative agendas of Members of Congress and their staffs. The assistant director is part of the Outreach team, and will also work with executive teams to support NBR's overall outreach efforts.
Deadline: Wednesday, December 30, 2020
For further information: https://nbr.applicantpro.com/jobs/1596914.html
THE HERITAGE FOUNDATION - WASHINGTON DC, USA
HERITAGE is currently advertising several positions including:
Communications Manager, Institute for Economic Freedom
The Communications Manager is responsible for all aspects of public relations for the Institute for Economic Freedom and its policy experts including content strategy, media relations, message development, and issue project leadership. Duties include serving as content chief, organizing and executing communications campaigns, crafting media strategy, generating pitches on relevant issues on multiple platforms including print, broadcast, digital and editorial and producing social media content, including videos, tweets and graphics and maintaining relationships with media who cover the Institute’s issues including print, television, radio and digital.
No deadline given.
For further information: https://heritage.applytojob.com/apply/ojFxOVblE6/Communications-Manager,-Institute-for-Economic-Freedom
INTERNATIONAL REPUBLICAN INSTITUTE - WASHINGTON DC, USA
IRI is currently advertising several positions including:
Program Associate - Southeast Asia
The Program Associate is the entry level position at IRI, and provides administrative and programmatic support for current and developing programs in Southeast Asia. The successful candidate will track pending procurement requests, approvals and monitoring once approved, including processing payments; compile and facilitate submission of contract packages, including assisting in drafting contracts when appropriate; assist in monitoring project spending and projecting costs; edit and summarize weekly reports for internal and funder audiences; and provide logistical support for DC meetings and events for Southeast Asia.
No deadline given.
For further information: https://recruiting.ultipro.com/INT1048/JobBoard/201c19d1-4b06-d159-bba4-6a102267f555/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=ca64632f-4ea0-4f47-bf06-5afc00163bba
Positions - Europe
THE KIEL INSTITUTE FOR THE WORLD ECONOMY - KIEL, GERMANY
Junior Researcher in Development Economics
The Kiel Institute for the World Economy seeks a Junior Researcher in Development Economics. This role is to work on the project “China in Africa: Exploring the Consequences for Economic and Social Development”. The successful candidate will join a team of researchers who work on global development challenges. Working with Kiel researchers nd external project partners, you will conduct research on China’s role in Africa and contribute to evidence-based policy advice. The research will focus specifically on the impacts of China’s development financing in Africa as well as the attitudes of Africans towards Chinese immigration to the continent.
Deadline: Sunday, January 3, 2020
For further information: https://www.ifw-kiel.de/institute/working-at-the-kiel-institute/job-vacancies/junior-researcher-phd-student-in-development-economics/
EMBER - LONDON, UK
Communications & Admin Assistant (Climate Change)
Ember is a non-profit tank that researches the global power system to seed major shifts in international energy and climate policy. Ember is expanding rapidly, and the assistant will be part of an Asian and European team that’s having a real impact on the end of coal power. As Communications and Admin Assistant, half your time will be spent supporting our Head of Communications with her media and communications work, and half will be providing administrative support to the COO and two department leads. You’ll be helping both to keep the organisation running smoothly, and to get our research in front of more changemakers.
Deadline: Sunday, January 3, 2020
For further information: https://www.charityjob.co.uk/jobs/ember/communications-admin-assistant-climate-change-/722690?tsId=8%20
OVERSEAS DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE - LONDON, UK
ODI is currently advertising several positions including:
Senior Communications Officer - Europe and Migration
ODI is an independent, global think tank, working for a sustainable and peaceful world in which every person thrives. This is an exciting opportunity to help ODI expand its presence in Europe and its neighbourhood, and to amplify the impact of our influential portfolio of work on global migration. We are looking for a dynamic and experienced communications professional, with a solid understanding of policy debates and processes in Europe, Africa and the Mediterranean region. You will help enhance the impact of our research and policy advisory work and further strengthen the effectiveness, awareness and reputation of ODI.
Deadline: Monday, January 4, 2020
For further information: https://isw.changeworknow.co.uk/odi/vms/e/careers/positions/b58jis0kzkv7SqquMyNJRy
Positions - South Asia
ASIAN CONFLUENCE - NEW DELHI, INDIA
Research Analyst
Asian Confluence aims to strengthen ecological, intellectual, economic, technological, political and security ties between all countries in emerging Asia. AC seeks an analyst to manage and analyze research data to translate results into better solutions. You will facilitate greater returns through surveys, research calls, meetings and analyzing habits and data of competitors. Tasks include analyzing information to find ways to improve operations; inform and advise various levels of management and stakeholders; meet with clients and vendors to discuss procedures; develop and conduct user surveys; analyze habits and data available from competitors and research market and industry trends and patterns.
No deadline given.
For further information: https://www.asianconfluence.org/internship-details/Nw==
CENTRE FOR CIVIL SOCIETY - NEW DELHI, INDIA
Director, CRISP (Centre for Reimagining Innovation and Science Policy)
CRISP is a non-profit institution dedicated to advancing policy solutions that foster scientific enquiry, leading to the creation of new scientific knowledge. CCS is looking for a full-time Director of CRISP to join their team in an exciting time of organisational growth and development. The Director of CRISP will lead a small and dedicated team to provide the necessary vision, leadership and skills which will enable the organisation to achieve its larger goal and create societal wealth from the adoption of STEM-based R&D in the public, private and social sectors of India.
Deadline: Wednesday, December 30, 2020
For further information: https://recruit.zohopublic.com/recruit/PortalDetail.na?digest=YufHcp0lCpT1Id8Jmbha5CuxUcsgaW9ZlSMnc1cJJ9w-&iframe=true&jobid=343261000006914012&widgetid=343261000000116057&embedsource=CareerSite
Positions - Asia Pacific
STRATEGIC PAN INDO-PACIFIC ARENA - KUALA LUMPAR, MALAYSIA (REMOTE)
Indo-Pacific Columnist
The Strategic Pan Indo-Pacific Arena is a tank that aims to inform a global audience on core issues that drive conflict and cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region. SPIPA invites International Relations specialists who enjoy writing intense op-eds to apply for the new position of Indo-Pacific Columnist. Focus areas include trade wars, theater missile defense, tit-for-tat diplomacy, Taiwan relations, maritime security (Indian Ocean, South China Sea, East China Sea and Pacific), competition in space, human rights violations and suppression of minorities. Candidates should send a resume and writing sample directly to Mr. Phar Kim Beng at pharkb7@gmail.com
For further info on SPIPA, see the link below.
No deadline given.
For further information: www.strategicpipa.com
THE GRATTAN INSTITUTE - MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA
Energy Program Fellow
Grattan Institute is a think tank founded to provide independent, rigorous, and practical solutions to some of Australia’s most pressing policy problems. As Energy Program Fellow, you will be working with a small, curious, driven and a supportive team motivated to make a difference. Based in Melbourne and reporting to the Energy Program Director, this role is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the Energy Program aiming to shape the debate on important policy challenges facing Australia’s energy sector, including climate change.
Deadline: Monday, January 4, 2020
For further information: https://grattan.edu.au/about-us/careers/
ISEAS - YUSOF ISHAK INSTITUTE - SINGAPORE
Research Officer
ISEAS is a regional research centre dedicated to the study of socio-political, security and economic trends and developments in Southeast Asia and its wider geostrategic and economic environment. ISEAS is now accepting applications for the position of Research Officer for the project 'Competing Islamic Ideologies and Trend-setters in Southeast Asia'. The Research Officer will assist Fellows and Visiting Fellows identify competing Islamic ideologies in Southeast Asia, and highlight specific theological ideas and arguments regarding multiculturalism and economic development. The officers will also analyse agents and personalities who are key trendsetters and survey their means of communication and agenda.
Deadline: Monday, January 4, 2020
For further information: https://careers.pageuppeople.com/688/cwlive/en/job/549042/research-officer
Internships and Fellowships
R STREET - WASHINGTON DC, USA
Koch Internship Program (includes stipend)
The Koch Internship Program combines an educational approach that puts the student in the driver’s seat with hands-on work experience for future leaders interested in making a difference in the world. Through KIP, interns learn about impactful careers in social entrepreneurship, where leaders who come from all walks of life use their unique gifts to advance positive changes in society and help people improve their lives. While in the program, interns work at one of our many participating organizations including think tanks The Carnegie Endowment, The Cato Institute and The Lone Star Policy Institute.
Deadline: Friday, January 1, 2020
For further information: https://www.charleskochinstitute.org/educational-programs/koch-internship-program/
CENTRE FOR POLICY RESEARCH - NEW DELHI, INDIA
CPR LRI Internship
The Centre for Policy Research conducts research that contributes to high-quality scholarship, better policies and a more robust public discourse about the structures and processes that shape life in India. We are looking to engage interns for a period of one month with an option of extension subject to performance. Work responsibilities include reviewing legislation and judgments as relevant to the current research projects on property rights and social and economic rights.
Applications close soon. Internship begin early 2021.
For further information: https://cprindia.org/sites/default/files/LRI%20Call%20for%20Interns_Jan%202021.pdf
VIDHI CENTRE FOR LEGAL POLICY - NEW DELHI, INDIA
Intern position
The Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy is a legal tank that researches how to make better laws and improve governance for the public good. Vidhi provides internship opportunities to graduate and post-graduate students on a rolling basis throughout the year. Students enrolled in recognised law programmes or allied courses in humanities and public policy are welcome to apply. Interns have the opportunity to conduct research on cutting-edge issues of law and policy, assist with drafting reports and interact with legal academics and practising lawyers.
No deadline given.
For further information: https://vidhilegalpolicy.in/careers/internships/
ISEAS - YUSOF ISHAK INSTITUTE - SINGAPORE
Six Visiting Fellowships Openings (includes stipend)
ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute is a regional research centre dedicated to the study of socio-political, security and economic trends and developments in Southeast Asia and its wider geostrategic and economic environment. The Malaysia Studies Programme at the ISEAS invites applications for six visiting fellowship positions including Malaysian Politics, Industrial-Technological Transformation, State-Federal Relations, Democratic Transitions and Malaysia’s green economy. The institute provides all-inclusive and fixed monthly stipend commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Deadline: Thursday, December 31, 2020
For further information: https://www.iseas.edu.sg/about-us/opportunities-about-us/career-opportunities/
That’s all for now! Don’t forget to check in next week for more updates.
Stay well and stay safe,
- Liam
Founder of Policy People