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Public Policy Researcher/Analyst
ORGANIZATION: People's Policy Research/People's Policy Action
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47 people are interested
POLICY RESEARCHER/ANALYST The Policy Researcher/Analyst contributes timely and relevant research and analysis to PPR’s various policy research programs. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The incumbent will play a lead role in developing PPR’s research and policy program with a focus in one policy area. Key responsibilities will be to:
- Work with Research Director and Managing Director to develop and implement evidence-based research in assigned policy area(s).
- Identify new issues topics and research questions for PPR.
- Design, manage and deliver specific projects within the research program, by:
- Carrying out analytic research,
- Working with qualitative and quantitative data.
- Write papers, reports and research summaries for internal and external audiences.
- Develop dissemination plans for each relevant research or policy publication.
- Present papers to large and smaller audiences.
- Engage with key stakeholders in government, the private sector, the voluntary sector and other research establishments as needed.
- Monitor external research and policy developments
People’s Policy Research is a small team. Staff members are expected to support each other and share cross-organisational work, as well as carry out their individual responsibilities.
ABOUT THE IDEAL INCUMBENTIncumbent(s) will need to be self-motivated and well-organised, with working knowledge of a relevant policy area and the ability to apply their skills across a range of research and policy-related activities.
The experience and skills required for this position include:
- Excellent analytical, quantitative and qualitative research skills.
- Experience in either econometric or statistical qualitative or quantitative research techniques.
- Superior written and oral presentation skills in a range of formats (briefings, reports, summaries, etc.).
- A basic understanding of micro- and/or macro-economic issues and how they relate to social policy and policy development
- Experience carrying out analysis of common data sets (e.g. the ANES, BPS, etc.) desirable.
- Experience or general comfort working independently and contributing to small teams in a virtual environment.
- Willing to commit to regular written deliverables including research papers, blog posts, opinion pieces and similar written pieces.
- Access to a computer and reliable internet connection.
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About People's Policy Research/People's Policy Action
Location:
244 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10001, US
Mission Statement
We are dedicated to broad, public education on all matters of U.S. domestic and foreign policy. Our mission is to disseminate independent, non-partisan ideas using modern communications and research methods. We are equally motivated to facilitate political discourse among all stakeholders and constituents to foster a more robust discussion of policy implications. People’s Policy Research uses innovative scientific methods to develop comprehensive fact-based policies and to engage the public in the national debate over the future of democracy, government, and public policy.
Description
While People's Policy Research is not an advocacy organization we envision a new take on the research think tank.
A think tank of, by, and for the people. Yes, we’re taking that from Abraham Lincoln and repurposing it.
So, a think tank of the people is a think tank that is part of the larger whole. PPR will be, as it grows, as it begins to influence, as its membership increases, a coalition of the people - we are People’s Policy. Guided by the people, informed by research, scientific methods, and a firm understanding of the impulses that derive from individual philosophical and political predilections, our work will seek to synthesize diverse opinions, philosophical positions, informed data, in-depth research, and an evidence-based approach into policy that the body politic can support.
A think tank for the people is a think tank that advocates for the whole of society; attempts to bridge the gap between political factions, finding common ground, and developing solutions to the policy issues facing the body politic that have the greatest benefit, increase the rights of natural persons, while maintaining the dignity that inures from defending individual liberty and freedom.
While at times these ideals may be at conflict with each other there is a common ground to be found with the people and PPR seeks to find those and help the public understand these nuances.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
DATE POSTED
July 19, 2017
SKILLS
- Research
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- 4-plus hours per week
- Access to a computer and reliable internet connection