The University of Chicago Hiring for Policy Analyst – JR21066-3800 at Chicago, Illinois Full Time

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Becker Friedman Institute – Development Innovation Lab

About the Department

Founded and led by Nobel laureate and Faculty Director, Professor
Michael Kremer, the Development Innovation Lab (DIL) is an affiliate of
the Development Economics Center at the University of Chicago. Formally
inaugurated in the spring of 2022, DIL brings researchers of various
fields together with governments, firms and non-profits to use the tools
of economics to identify, test, refine and scale innovations with the
potential to benefit millions of people in low- and middle-income
countries. The Becker Friedman Institute for Economics (BFI) works with
the Chicago Economics community to turn its evidence-based research into
real-world impact. BFI takes a unique approach to bridging the divide
between academic researchers and decision-makers in the business
community and government by translating and packaging the rigorous work
of the Chicago Economics community into accessible formats, and
proactively sharing those findings with relevant decision-makers and
thought leaders around the globe. BFI is a collaborative platform
serving the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, the Kenneth
C. Griffin Department of Economics, the Harris School of Public Policy,
and the Law School. For more information visit https://bfi.uchicago.edu.

Job Summary

The Development Innovation Lab (DIL) is seeking to hire a Policy Analyst
to support the Innovation Commission for Climate Change, Food Security
and Agriculture. The Commission will promote innovations with the
potential to address interlinked challenges of climate change and
agriculture. Chaired by Professor Michael Kremer, this global Commission
will convene an independent and high-level group of former heads of
state, finance ministers, and private sector leaders. The Policy Analyst
will be a key member of the Commission Secretariat, contributing to
evidence synthesis, writing, data analysis, and program administration
efforts, among other responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Supports analysis of policy challenges such as climate change, food
  insecurity, and low agricultural productivity.
• Reviews and maps academic and policy literatures.
• Drafts research and policy-oriented materials under minimum
  supervision.
• Supports economic appraisal, including cost-benefit analysis, of
  proposals.
• Supports research and policy activities, including stakeholder
  engagements.
• Maintains technical and administrative support for a research
  project.
• Analyzes and maintains data and/or specimens. Conducts literature
  reviews. Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other
  documents.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related
field.

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Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through
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Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in economics, public policy, or related
  discipline.
• Master’s degree in economics, public policy, or a related field.

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
• Academic and policy writing.
• Translate technical ideas into non-technical content.
• Working in the agriculture or climate space.

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

• Project management skills; plan tasks for teams, monitor progress,
  make corrections to plans.
• Proficiency with STATA and/or R data analysis software.
• Data and spreadsheet skills, such as building models for economic
  and financial appraisal.

Preferred Competencies

• Team player with good problem-solving and time management skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills as well as written and oral
    communication skills.
  • Work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Develop strong partnerships with external collaborators.
  • Excellent analytical and critical-thinking skills.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Stay organized on multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Curiosity and interest in climate change, biosecurity, including
    pandemic preparedness.
  • Careful understanding of economic incentives and an ability to
    creatively apply economic principles.

Working Conditions

• Perform tasks mostly indoors in an office setting.
• Work independently for periods of eight (8) hours or more.
• Some travel to low and middle income countries

Application Documents

Resume/CV (required)

Cover Letter (required)

Three Professional References Contact Information (required)

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