Policy Analyst Job at Next City, Washington DC

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  • Next City
  • Washington DC

Job Description

We are a public policy research and analysis firm that helps investors and companies more clearly and objectively understand the policy landscape and make decisions.

We are hiring a policy analyst who will work with senior members of our team to generate written and verbal content that forecasts U.S. policy outcomes and explains relevant dynamics on Capitol Hill, in the administration, and among relevant stakeholders in Washington, D.C. to a sophisticated client base.

The analyst will work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with a high degree of autonomy where thoroughness, intellectual rigor, and passion for policy making are valued.

We cover public policy in every sector. The analyst in this position will have a concentration in energy policy and infrastructure, but will help us cover other areas as well.

The specific responsibilities of the policy analyst will be to:

Conduct primary and secondary research on various policy issues.

Draft regular written updates within their portfolio and beyond as needed.

Engage in deep research projects.

Prepare for and engage in client phone calls, presentations, and visits.

A competitive applicant will possess these general qualifications:

Approximately five years of experience in government, a think tank, a trade association, or related role. Experience in a regulatory agency/ administration is desired but not required.

Experience working on energy policy and infrastructure policy is highly valued but not required. Demonstrated ability to act as a policy generalist is critical.

Bachelor’s degree from a reputable college/university. Master’s degree is valued, but not required.

The ability to analyze and form conclusions based upon structured and unstructured data.

Excellent writing and analytical skills with the ability to formulate informed positions and communicate complex policies to a diverse audience.

The capacity to operate independently and without regular oversight and an aptitude to manage multiple tasks with competing timelines and deliverables.

The ability to work in a dynamic, entrepreneurial setting servicing a sophisticated client-base making time-sensitive and high-stakes decisions.

Excellent social and interpersonal skills.

A demonstrated network of relationships across the energy policy realm/industry is desired. A readiness to network and develop relationships throughout the policy community is required.

An interest in business development and entrepreneurship is valued.

Starting salary range is $90-$125K, commensurate with experience. We offer a competitive health and retirement benefits package.

How to Apply

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Candidates who wish to apply for the policy analyst position must submit the following to [email protected]. Resume Short explanation of why you think you will be a good fit for this position Contact information from two professional references Those candidates reaching the final round will be provided with 48 hours to submit a 500-word analysis of a current U.S. policy issue and forecast its outcome using evidence from open-source resources.

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