Senior Policy Analyst - Europe

Job Opportunity with CGD Europe

Job Title: Senior Policy Analyst, Europe Programme and Future of Development Agencies.
Location: London, UK
Salary: £56,175 - £67,000
First date of posting: 5 September 2024
Closing date: 25 September 2024 10.00 am BST

CGD Europe, an independent, non-partisan think-tank seeks a full-time Senior Research Associate for its Europe Programme and its work on the Future of Development Agencies.

The Center for Global Development (CGD) is an independent, non-partisan, non-profit policy research organisation in Washington, DC and London, UK (CGD Europe) that focuses on the issues and institutions that are critical to inclusive development. Since its creation in 2001, CGD has earned a global reputation as a highly effective "think-and-do tank." Through rigorous empirical research and active engagement with the global policy community, we focus on the policy intersections of low- and middle-income countries and the governments, institutions, and corporations that can be partners in delivering greater progress.

Job Purpose:

The purpose of the job is to undertake a broad range of high-quality, policy-relevant research on European development cooperation and finance and development cooperation agency effectiveness with the aim of improving policy and impact. Recent areas of research have included the design and impact of European development finance architecture, instruments and investments in low- and middle-income countries; and development agency resilience and effectiveness in a changing development landscape. The post-holder is expected to develop ideas and actionable proposals in these areas; convene and facilitate conversations to shape the global agenda; and challenge governments and institutions for better development practices and impact.

Responsibilities

1. Conduct desk-based primary research and interviews in the field or among experts under the direction of the CGD Europe Managing Director and Senior Policy Fellow, and the Research Fellow.
2. Identify areas for potential research and analysis with the aim of improving international development policy.
3. Write blogs, policy papers and articles for policymakers, alone or in collaboration with other senior colleagues.
4. Manage research partners, reviewing and providing quality assurance of their work.
5. Build and maintain relationships with key partners, including scholars, policymakers, and funders; develop relevant partnerships to amplify the work of the programme.
6. Organise meetings of working groups, including setting agendas and preparing papers.
7. Represent CGD through participation in conferences, private meetings, and other public events.
8. Mentor and share responsibility for the professional development of junior research staff.
9. Perform other duties as necessary.

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications and skills:

1. Preference will be given to candidates with a master's, PhD or equivalent in economics, political science, or related field.
2. At least 6 years of experience conducting quantitative and qualitative research/policy analysis in relevant areas.
3. Experience of independently leading research projects from inception to publication and communication.
4. Experience working for an official development agency or an international organisation is desirable, as is in-depth knowledge of European development policies and development finance.
5. Outstanding writing, verbal communication and data analytics skills.
6. Proven ability to be a flexible team player and to manage successfully multiple and changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
7. Demonstrated organisational skills and attention to detail.

Applications:

Interested candidates should submit their CV and cover letter, along with a sample piece of writing (preferably a piece of original research).

This is a full-time position based in London, and applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.

It is the expectation that the successful candidate will be within commutable distance to the offices based in SW1. The successful candidate will need to be in the office a minimum of two days a week.

CGD/E is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and celebrates fostering a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive work environment. All persons will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, parental status, veteran status, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age or sexual orientation.