Policy Manager - J-PAL Global

As a Policy Manager at J-PAL Global, your primary responsibilities include:

• Sector/Pillar Management and Supervision (45%): Lead one or more of J-PAL's sectors or pillars, working with academic Chairs to set strategy, draft policy materials, organize events for policymakers, oversee research funds, steward donor relationships, and supervise/mentor associate-level staff.
• Evidence Communication and Dissemination (30%): Build relationships with key partners worldwide, present J-PAL's work externally, write publications translating economic research into policy lessons, create materials for policymakers/NGOs/donors, and conduct research for policy memos and evidence synthesis publications.
• Other (25%): Support J-PAL's overall mission through various activities including supporting functional teams, policy partnerships, professional development, and serving as liaison between J-PAL Global and regional offices.

This role creates positive change by translating rigorous economic research into actionable poverty alleviation policies worldwide, ensuring that development policies are informed by scientific evidence to effectively reduce global poverty.

The ideal candidate for this Policy Manager position possesses:

• Education: Master's degree in economics, public policy, or closely related field with coursework in microeconomics, econometrics, and development economics.
• Experience: 6+ years of relevant professional experience, including at least 1 year working in a developing country. Experience in public health research or working with policymakers in low-income countries is valued for the Health sector position.
• Skills: Comfort with intermediate-level economics and econometrics (especially randomized evaluation methodology), proficiency with Google Suite and Salesforce, fluency in English, and strong writing/communication skills.
• Personal Attributes: Detail-oriented, strategic thinker, able to manage multiple projects with minimal supervision, culturally competent, passionate about international development policy, and willing to travel approximately 10% of the time.

Compensation information is referenced but not detailed in the posting. The position offers professional development opportunities and operates within a diverse, inclusive work environment that values different perspectives and backgrounds.