Policy Opportunities (Feb 26, 2021)
Mid-level openings at North American tanks, fellowships focused on Indian liberalism and climate policy as well as interesting internships are among the opportunities listed at think tanks this week.
There are some interesting new positions this week, including several mid-level openings at tanks across North America. There are a couple of new fellowships, including one on Indian liberalism and one on climate policy. Additionally, there are some interesting internships, including one focused on ageing policy. 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!
In this week’s Policy Pro update, we shared several internship positions which take an interdisciplinary focus to blockchain use cases across various policy fields. We also shared:
A remote internship focusing on China-Canadian relations
An analyst position for European climate policy.
A research director position at a leading tank in India.
Multiple research assistant roles at one of Europe’s leading economics tanks.
Plus 18 other positions that are not listed here.
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Positions - North America
THE WASHINGTON INSTITUTE FOR NEAR EAST POLICY - WASHINGTON DC, USA
Research Assistant (multiple positions)
The Institute is offering a number of RA positions to college graduates with an interest and background in Middle East affairs and U.S. foreign policy. Research Assistants support senior scholars and visiting research fellows, participate in and support The Washington Institute's frequent public and private events, and contribute to the daily operations of the office. Research Assistants gain exposure to high-level decision-makers, follow developments in the Middle East, and help senior fellows produce in-depth research and policy analysis.
Deadline: Monday, March 1, 2021
For further information: https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/about/employment-opportunities
INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY ECONOMICS AND FINANCIAL ANALYSIS -
LAKEWOOD, USA (REMOTE POSITION)
Media Relations Manager
IEEFA is seeking a talented communications professional to help increase its real-world impact. The candidate will build relationships with leading influencers in the energy and finance worlds and help the tank accelerate the energy transition in the US and globally. They will be a central member of IEEFA’s communications team and promote our visibility and reputation among influential mainstream, trade and environmental media channels. They will also manage daily press queries and connect reporters with IEEFA experts and provide background.
Deadline: Monday, March 1, 2021
For further information: https://ieefa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Media-Relations-Manager-Final-rev-4.pdf
THE HERITAGE FOUNDATION - WASHINGTON DC, USA
William E. Simon Senior Research Fellow
This Senior Research Fellow is a high-profile national thought leader whose research helps to formulate public policy on the relationship between religion and civil society, religious liberty, the value of community, and the challenges that are confronting civic culture, as well as life and marriage. The purpose of the Fellowship is to promote a deeper understanding of the bonds between religious principles and the institutions of a free society through research, writing and public speaking in a specific line of inquiry. The Fellow conducts ground-breaking research to inform Heritage policy at the federal level, and engages in dialogue with senior public officials and will be available for media. The Fellow will persuasively explain Heritage’s principles and policies in the public square including in academic settings.
Deadline: Monday, March 1, 2021
For further information: https://heritage.applytojob.com/apply/zMgpUtuBg3/William-E.-Simon-Senior-Research-Fellow
Positions - Europe
INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF EUROPEAN AFFAIRS - DUBLIN, IRELAND
Europe’s Digital Future Project Researcher
IIEA is seeking a full-time Researcher to work on European Affairs with a specific focus on digital sovereignty in Europe. The researcher will assist in the management of an events and research programme, with the involvement of a number of external stakeholders from both the public and private sector. Main responsibilities include tracking significant developments, policy actions and proposals in the area of EU digital policy, assisting in the organisation of a programme of keynote addresses, seminars and workshops with high-level policy makers and thought leaders as part of the IIEA’s events programme as well as assisting in the coordination of a network of European stakeholders drawn from the public and private sectors, and providing regular briefing notes on developments in the designated policy areas and contributing to publications/writing policy papers.
Deadline: Monday, March 1, 2021
For further information: https://www.iiea.com/careers/europes-digital-future-project-researcher-iiea-dublin-ireland/
PROSPEX INSTITUTE - BRUSSELS, BELGIUM
General Consultant
Prospex Institute searches for an experienced consultant with a background in circular economy and stakeholder dialogue for taking up a co-leadership in EU research projects (e.g., on rare earths, multi- layered materials, (bio)plastics, textiles) and other projects. The consultant will focus on these topic areas and drive substantial dialogue with diverse stakeholders (from government, business, research to civil society and citizens). They will contribute to the co-leadership of Prospex Institute’s work in top level EU research projects and facilitate dialogue and engagement processes, including multi-stakeholder, in-person, digital and hybrid ones.
No deadline given.
For further information: https://www.prospex-institute.org/vacancy-general-consultant
Positions - South Asia
CENTRE FOR CIVIL SOCIETY - NEW DELHI, INDIA (REMOTE POSITION)
Indian Liberals Fellowship
CCS invites applications for the position of Indian Liberals Fellow. The project, supported by the Friedrich Naumann Foundation, is an online archive of Indian Liberal works with the objective to collate, preserve and promote the research and study of liberalism in India. The Fellow will contribute in the form of well-researched articles on the Indian Liberal tradition, work on sourcing more archival content for the website and work toward other deliverables pertaining to the Project. This is a part-time position that offers a monthly stipend.
Deadline: Sunday, February 28, 2021
For further information: https://recruit.zohopublic.com/recruit/PortalDetail.na?digest=YufHcp0lCpT1Id8Jmbha5CuxUcsgaW9ZlSMnc1cJJ9w-&iframe=true&jobid=343261000007491001&widgetid=343261000000116057&embedsource=CareerSite
CENTRE FOR POLICY RESEARCH - NEW DELHI, INDIA
Fellow, Initiative on Climate, Energy and Environment
The Initiative on Climate, Energy and Environment invites applications for a Fellow focused on climate policy and governance to begin in March-April 2021. The Fellow shall identify new topics and obtain funding for proposals supporting policy-relevant research projects. Applicants must have research interests related to climate policy and governance in India and internationally, though there is flexibility in the specific focus areas. They shall develop proposals, design implementation plans and present research ideas and engage in discussion, undertaking and overseeing data collection using different research tools. Finally the Fellow shall prepare clearly written academic publications, analytical reports, and other forms of dissemination of research for the Initiative.
Deadline: Sunday, February 28, 2021
For further information: https://cprindia.org/sites/default/files/Fellow-Climate_ICEE%20Feb%202021.pdf
CENTRE FOR PUBLIC POLICY RESEARCH - KOCHI, INDIA
Senior Associate, Communication and Public Relations
As trends and technologies change the future, CPPR is looking for an outstanding communicator who has a flair for audiences in either think tanks, journalism, media, public relations, academia, consulting or government. They shall create digital properties that distill research and policy recommendations into compelling messages. They will implement an effective strategy in coordination with the team, fellows and partners for all Communications & PR activities and develop, implementing and manage the website, Apps, social media platforms, virtual events, LMS, MOOCs and Podcasts.
No deadline given.
For further information: https://www.cppr.in/careers
Positions - Asia-Pacific
INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR STRATEGIC STUDIES - SINGAPORE
Senior Administrator
The Institute is seeking to appoint a Senior Administrator for its IISS−Asia office in Singapore. The Administrator will work closely with relevant staff in the London headquarters as well as other IISS offices to handle project, operational and financial management issues. They will ensure effective and efficient coordination of the programme operations – across research, communication and PM staff, enhancing internal coherence and alignment of programme strategy and annual plans with ODI’s Global Strategy and Coordinate a tailored support program to business development efforts and support the building of new relationships and maintenance of partnerships.
Deadline: Monday, March 1, 2021
For further information: https://www.iiss.org/careers/jobs/2021/03/senior-administrator-iiss-asia
Internships
MILKEN INSTITUTE - SANTA MONICA, USA
Intern at the Center for the Future of Aging
Milken is looking for an to become actively involved in the Center for the Future of Aging’s mission-driven work and ambitious program initiatives. This internship is a paid part-time opportunity (projected 20 hours a week), and research, convening, and communications are core elements in the Center’s plan to drive change. The intern will supports the Center’s Advisory Board through preparation for quarterly meetings, media monitoring and member engagement as well as research and writing support for reports, presentations, articles, and digital content, drawing from scholarly sources and organizing relevant information into literature reviews and outlines.
No deadline given.
For further information: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=4ab5cf12-22e4-443e-947d-24b517b6ad82&ccId=19000101_000001&type=MP&lang=en_US
COUNCIL ON ENERGY, ENVIRONMENT AND WATER - NEW DELHI, INDIA
Digital Media Intern
CEEW is looking for a digital media intern to create disruptive campaign ideas, script videos and sketches with the tank’s production team to create engaging content. They will also design social media assets such as - posters, emailers and other graphics. Deliverables and responsibilities include regular content updates on CEEW’s websites using the CMS, to reimagine and execute current templates for social media platforms as well as research and chart out best practices to improve engagement rate and other metrics for different social media channels.
Deadline: Sunday, February 28, 2021
For further information: https://www.ceew.in/careers/digital-media-intern
That’s all for now! Don’t forget to check in next week for more opportunities.
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