Policy Opportunities (March 12, 2021)
New openings in North America, research positions in Sri Lanka as well as technology-focused remote internships are just some of the opportunities at think tanks this week.
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Welcome to this week’s Policy Opportunities update. There are new positions related to a range of policy areas in North America as well as new openings for researchers in South Asia, including in Sri Lanka. Additionally, there are some interesting internships, including a couple with remote options that focus on technology and food security. 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!
Positions - North America
THE NATIONAL BUREAU OF ASIAN RESEARCH - SEATTLE, USA
Project Manager, Next Generation and Fellowship Programs
NBR is seeking a Project Manager for the Next Generation and Fellowship Programs to support the management of two initiatives: the Gorton Leaders Program and the Ellings-Korduba Fellowship Program. The project manager will oversee these NextGen program activities, which includes business development, database management, drafting documents, proof reading, and fact-checking. The NextGen project manager will also supervise interns, and plan for events by drafting agendas, or planning logistics.
Deadline: Sunday, March 21, 2021
For further information: https://nbr.applicantpro.com/jobs/1687451.html
THE WASHINGTON INSTITUTE FOR NEAR EAST POLICY - WASHINGTON DC, USA
Research Assistant
The Institute offers 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. Research Assistants report directly to the RA/Intern Program Director as well as their assigned research fellows.
Deadline: Monday, March 15, 2021
For further information: https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/about/employment-opportunities
INTERNATIONAL REPUBLICAN INSTITUTE - WASHINGTON DC, USA
Center for Global Impact Associate
The CGI Center for Global Impact (CGI) is designed to help IRI learn, innovate, and lead in global democratic development programming. This Associate is an entry level position for program work at IRI and provides administrative and programmatic support for current and developing programs. They will provide general project management support including developing and tracking work plans, monitoring deadlines and deliverables, and other relevant project-related elements. They will also maintain budget trackers and liaise with accounting staff to manage and update project budget pipelines based on expected and planned expenses.
No deadline given.
For further information: https://recruiting.ultipro.com/INT1048/JobBoard/201c19d1-4b06-d159-bba4-6a102267f555/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=1b3ac146-fecc-4c9d-8d85-72ee225b9b06
Positions - Europe
ADELPHI - MUNICH, GERMANY
Analyst, Green Entrepreneurship Programme
Adelphi seeks an Analyst for their Green Entrepreneurship Team to play an active role in the implementation and management of various activities to support green entrepreneurship and ensuring the effective planning, implementation, review, and monitoring of the interventions. As analyst, you will conceptualise innovative, participatory enterprise development workshop materials and toolkits as well as training programmes, activities, and plans. Also, based on your research, you will write and design skills you will develop visually appealing publications, case studies, and promotional materials, and, with support of other team members, you will deliver training programmes. If required, this will include the facilitation of online or in-person workshops.
Deadline: Monday, March 15, 2021
For further information: https://careers.adelphi.de/jobposting/3c24375c01bd0eb2f6113edec2e602af1ba80df0
CENTER FOR GLOBAL DEVELOPMENT - LONDON, UK
Communications Manager
CGD Europe, an independent, non-partisan research organization, seeks a proactive, versatile and detail-oriented communications manager. The position will play a central role in promoting iDSI's work across multiple channels, including by creating communications strategies to highlight research, policy engagements, and partnerships; editing and formatting blogs, newsletters, and other publications; working with reporters to secure coverage of iDSI's work; drafting social media content; and performing a range of other tasks as needed to amplify CGD’s global health work and expand visibility across the globe.
Deadline: Monday, March 15, 2021
For further information: https://centerforglobaldevelopment.applytojob.com/apply/EI3Ehh1Caj/Communications-Manager-London
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Positions - South Asia
CENTRE FOR POLICY RESEARCH - NEW DELHI, INDIA
Research Associates & Senior Research Associates
CPR is looking to hire Research Associates and Senior Research Associates to carry out and support research relating to public administration, frontline bureaucracy, statutory regulatory authorities and public institutions, and on topics and issues related to healthcare, agriculture, cities and data governance. Candidates with strong research and writing skills, understanding of government systems and processes, and a well-articulated and demonstrable interest in the Indian state are encouraged to apply.
Deadline: Sunday, March 21, 2021
For further information: https://cprindia.org/sites/default/files/RA_SCI.pdf
INSTITUTE OF POLICY STUDIES OF SRI LANKA - COLOMBO, SRI LANKA
Senior and Junior Researchers
The IPS is looking to strengthen its research capacity by employing both Senior and Junior researchers. Senior researchers are dynamic individuals who would lead on policy-relevant research, mentor junior staff, mobilise research grants and grow the external research profile and policy connections. Ideally, candidates should have previous experience in leading and managing research projects. Junior researchers should be independent candidates with an interest in a range of economic policy areas and willing to participate in a variety of research projects.
Deadline: Monday, March 15, 2021
For further information: https://www.ips.lk/about-us/careers-at-ips/
Positions - Asia-Pacific
BLUE PRINT INSTITUTE - BRISBANE OR SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA (REMOTE OPTION)
Economist
Blueprint Institute is looking for an early- to mid-career professional with 2+ years experience to join the team as an Economist. The ideal candidate will have strong economics training, experience in economics or public policy, and a demonstrated commitment to policy outcomes. Professional experience working in a policy setting (e.g., a policy research institute, the public service, or consulting to the public sector) is a must. In addition to the minimum requirements of strong training, aptitude, and experience, candidates should demonstrate the following attributes: policy vision; creativity; and attention to detail.
No deadline given.
For further information: https://www.blueprintinstitute.org.au/economist
Internships
FOUNDATION FOR DEFENSE OF DEMOCRACIES - WASHINGTON DC USA (REMOTE POSITION)
Several different internship positions including -
Summer 2021 Cyber and Technology Innovation Internship
Based in downtown Washington, D.C., the Foundation for Defense of Democracies has a number of internship opportunities available. All FDD interns will have the opportunity to participate in a twice-monthly speaker series, which brings high-level DC officials and senior staff members to engage with interns in an intimate setting. FDD interns will be encouraged to build on their academic skills by working closely with senior staff. The Center on Cyber and Technology Innovation is seeking full time or part time interns to conduct research on cyber capabilities and intentions of U.S. adversaries and on policy and technological solutions to these challenges. The successful applicant will have research experience and an interest in the intersection between cyber and economic power.
No deadline given.
For further information: https://defenddemocracy.applicantpro.com/jobs/1690854.html
NIKORE ASSOCIATES - NEW DELHI, (REMOTE POSITION)
Several different internship positions including -
Research Intern
This position involves assisting the team with secondary research and data analysis on live projects focusing on various development sector themes such as infrastructure, gender, education, skill development, and MSME development. The intern will also be expected to assist with team management.
No deadline given.
For further information: https://www.nikoreassociates.com/work-with-us-1
EUROPEAN CLIMATE FOUNDATION - BRUSSELS, BELGIUM (REMOTE)
Intern - Food, Nature, Climate Dialogue.
The ECF’s Strategic Communications Team is currently accepting applications for the role of Intern in the Food, Nature, Climate Dialogue unit.
The Intern will be responsible for supporting the team with administrative tasks, scheduling calls, taking minutes, updating documents; contributing to the delivery of social media strategies, assisting in reporting back on campaigns; creating, editing, and publishing compelling digital content for social media; and undertaking media analysis using network tools, including media monitoring and media database searches;
No deadline given.
For further information: https://cezanneondemand.intervieweb.it/europeanclimate/jobs/intern_food_nature_climate_strategic_communications_team_12766/en/
That’s all for now! Don’t forget to check in next week for more opportunities.
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