Policy Analyst job description

About the job

We are looking for a policy analyst to study public policies and legislation, analyse their effects using evidence and data, and give decision-makers practical recommendations.

Duties and responsibilities

• Study current policies, laws and regulations and identify gaps and outdated provisions
• Analyse economic and social data to estimate how policies affect different groups
• Write policy papers, briefs and recommendations for decision-makers
• Compare policy options for cost, feasibility and practicality
• Engage with government bodies, experts and civil society to gather views and information
• Follow legislative and policy developments and prepare regular summaries
• Organize dialogue sessions and workshops to present and discuss findings

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in political science, economics, law or public policy
• 3 to 6 years of experience in public policy analysis or applied research

The years of experience follow the level you choose when posting.

Skills

• Policy analysis
• Research
• Report writing
• English
• Analysis
• Policy brief writing
• Data analysis
• Libyan legislation

Preferred

• A master's degree in public policy or a related field
• Experience in a specific sector such as the economy, local governance or energy
• Previously published policy papers or studies