Policy Opportunities (May 7, 2021)
Economics researchers, program manager roles, marketing and media positions as well as quality internships with remote options are among the new opportunities this week.
Welcome to this week’s Policy Opportunities update. This week we see a wide range of researcher roles, particularly those that have an economic focus, be it macroeconomic modelling or labor market research. In addition to the usual Program Manager positions, there are also some marketing and media roles open. Finally, there are also a number of quality internships across the world, including several which are done on a remote basis. 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 research analyst role for an Indo-Pacific programme at a top privately-funded Indian tank. We also shared:
A business developer role that will head a reputable German tank’s coordination with international clients.
A Research fellow opening at one of the world’s most impactful tanks that is headquartered in Sydney.
A research analyst role for a South Asia programme at a London-based tank.
Plus 17 other positions that are not listed below.
Positions - North America
FRASER INSTITUTE - VANCOUVER, CANADA
Development Assistant
The Fraser Institute has an opening for an innovative, enthusiastic Development Assistant who is looking for a rewarding and challenging career opportunity with room for rapid growth in a team of talented, nimble, results driven professionals, raising in excess of $10 million annually. They will communicate with our donors through various channels, including responding to inquiries from donors/prospects answering and redirecting as appropriate, contacting donors for additional information or to thank them for their contributions, sending out emails, sending out thank you cards etc. They will process incoming donations ensuring accuracy in records management, account coding and filing and will provide general support for our annual giving program, distribution of in-house mailings, online and planned giving programs.
Deadline: Sunday, May 9
For further information: https://www.fraserinstitute.org/jobs/development-assistant-apr-2021
BROOKINGS - WASHINGTON DC, USA
Senior Research Analyst
The Workforce of the Future project of this program at Brookings is seeking a Senior Research Analyst to support new research and inform policy at the intersection of industrial development, worker mobility, and urban growth in times of technological disruption. The Senior Research Analyst will add to a team conducting research and building data-driven solutions that help policymakers catalyze worker mobility and inclusive growth, drawing from a variety of fields: network science, industrial organization, labor and urban economics. The ideal candidate will have experience in data analytics, econometric techniques, applied research, and an interest in engaging with policymakers. They will engage in research on the future of the workforce, to understand and map the industrial development paths of U.S. cities, identify opportunities for worker mobility, and inform and asses various policies for inclusive regional development.
No deadline given.
For further information: https://careers-brookings.icims.com/jobs/2578/job
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Positions - Europe
CENTRE FOR CITIES - LONDON, UK
Partnership Manager
Here is an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of the country’s leading independent, non-partisan research and policy institute focused on urban policy. CFC is seeking to appoint an outstanding individual to develop and lead the Centre’s strategy for securing income from commercial partners and grant-making organisations. The individual will be responsible for growing and maintaining a strong pipeline of potential partners for our work, working closely with the senior management team to deliver our fundraising targets. They will develop and deliver a strategy for securing third-party income, build and maintain excellent relationships with existing and potential partners, seek out new opportunities for fundraising and work with wider team to create and deliver winning partnership proposals and pitches.
Deadline: Monday, May 10, 2021
For further information: https://www.centreforcities.org/about/careers/partnership-manager/
INSTITUTE FOR STRATEGIC DIALOGUE - BERLIN, GERMANY
Programme and Grants Coordinator/Manager
The Programme Grants Coordinator / Manager is a critical role for supporting the scale up and delivery of ISD’s ambitious programming and grants in Germany. Based within ISD’s Germany’s team, the post holder will work closely with ISD’s Operations team as well as the German research and programme teams, and the wider Europe and Five Eyes team to ensure the efficient operational delivery of a growing portfolio of projects. The post holder will play a critical role through all stages of project design, development, delivery and reporting to ensure the highest quality and standards of output and operational efficiency. The post holder will be comfortable with rolling up their sleeves, taking initiative and driving work forwards in a dynamic start-up environment.
Deadline: Monday, May 10, 2021
For further information: https://www.isdglobal.org/work_with_us/programme-and-grants-coordinator-manager/
South Asia
PARLEY PROJECT - NEW DELHI, INDIA
Research Associate/Coordinators
The Parley Project is looking for a Research Associate/Coordinators to join the working team. This gives you an opportunity to work with a growing initiative working on climate collaboratives, geopolitical issues, and events on interesting agendas through our research-based curations. They will conduct quality research in coordination with our aims/goals, have a comprehensive knowledge of current affairs and the capacity to correlate it, ideate on events for various themes of the project, research and author articles/ blogs for forums, collaborate with the media team to design theme-specific social media campaigns and work with the outreach team to enhance community connections for events and research.
For further information: https://www.parleyproject.org/work-with-us
CENTRE FOR EFFECTIVE GOVERNANCE OF INDIAN STATES - HYDERABAD, INDIA
Program Manager, Outcome Measurement Team
CEGIS have commenced our activities with a deep strategic partnership with the Government of Telangana (GoTS) over the next 5 years to achieve transformational impact in the quality of public performance management. Specifically, the role will entail conducting independent household level outcome measurement across various sectors, such as school education, health, child nutrition, water & sanitation, jobs & unemployment, public safety and agriculture etc. to assist the government in goal setting and progress monitoring. The PM will measure the integrity of administrative data gathered and managed by the state machinery and suggest ways of improving its quality and conduct high-frequency measurement of outcomes and monitoring using various tools and techniques.
No deadline given.
For further information: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pE8V9UwgcljSGP9nzgvAO654eWVvO93R/view
Southeast Asia
S. RAJARANTAM SCHOOL OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES - SINGAPORE
Research Analyst
RSIS is seeking suitable candidates for the position of Research Analyst. The successful candidate will provide research assistance to the Principal Investigator (PI) in a research project on "Inner Circle: A Study of China's Relations with its Closest Strategic Allies." The applicant will undertake research and publish in international journals and the media, and may perform administrative support related to the project.
Applicants should possess at least a good Bachelor's degree in political science, international relations, history, or related social science fields. Applicants should also possess aptitude, interest and commitment for in-depth research and be a team player with a willingness to learn and adapt.
No deadline given.
For further information: https://ntu.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers/job/NTU-Main-Campus-Singapore/Research-Analyst--RSIS-_R00004541
Internships
CENTRE FOR STRATEGIC AND INTERNATIONAL STUDIES - WASHINGTON DC, USA (REMOTE POSITION)
Research Intern - Wadhwani Chair in U.S.-India Policy Studies [Indian State Reforms] (Summer 2021)
The intern will be responsible for consistent engagement, coordination, and communication with a variety of stakeholders in organizations and governments in India and the United States and across CSIS projects. Responsibilities include assisting team senior staff in research for longer papers and briefs, contributing to the CSIS internal “Asia Daily News;” lead team-wide preparation of the Asia Daily News every few weeks, and preparing written pieces on key state-level reforms in India for the CSIS blog “New Perspectives on Asia.”
No deadline given.
For further information: https://careers.csis.org/opportunities/935
LAKSHMAN KADIRGAMAR INSTITUTE - COLOMBO, SRI LANKA
Internship Programme
Sri Lanka’s LKI is an independent tank that focuses on the country’s strategic interests, and provides insights and recommendations that advance justice, peace, prosperity and sustainability. LKI’s internships provide practical experience to highly-motivated individuals who wish to pursue a career in international affairs, public policy, or the non-profit sector. Depending on their interests and backgrounds, interns may work in one of these areas: Research; Communications (print and digital platforms); Programmes (coordinating LKI events and operations) and Library (assisting in the development of LKI’s library). Applicants should be able to write clearly and fluently in English, and preferably also have local or foreign language skills. Enquiries from overseas are welcome, though special arrangements apply for non-Sri Lankans.
No deadline given.
For further information: https://lki.lk/about/careers-and-internships/
ASIA CENTRE - BANGKOK, THAILAND
Internship Programme
Asia Centre’s Internship Programme offers a well-rounded experience in a not-for-profit organization. Interns will upload information onto the Centre’s website, social media platforms, maintain an active mailing list and administer surveys. They will also draft and send out media advisories, press releases and liaise with journalists. Interns will be involved in digital design where they will create concepts and layouts for online and offline promotional materials and publications. Interns will design the branding material for the Centre’s events, publications and social media content. They will undertake research, conduct interviews and surveys, draft notes and reference content. They will have the chance to compile and draft information for book manuscripts, baseline studies, reports, project proposals, media commentaries and website write-ups.
No deadline given.
For further information: https://asiacentre.org/internship-programme/
That’s all for now! Don’t forget to check in next week for more opportunities.
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- Liam
Founder of Policy People