UCLA · 19 hours ago
Policy Analyst
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$29/hr - $56/hr
1+ years expUCLA's Latino Policy & Politics Institute (LPPI) is seeking a dynamic Policy Analyst to join their Mobilization Department. The Policy Analyst will conduct political landscape analyses, support research and advocacy initiatives, and collaborate with diverse policy stakeholders to propel policy reforms that expand opportunities for Latinos and other communities of color.
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Responsibilities
Conduct thorough political landscape analyses and develop toolkits that support sophisticated research and advocacy initiatives
Supports organization and projects and collaborates with diverse policy stakeholders and external partners
Staffs the Policy Director in meeting organizational deliverables relating to local, state, and federal policy goals
Supports the execution of high-level public-facing projects, from increasing Latino representation in decision-making bodies to evaluating the efficacy of government investments in communities of color
Serves as the Policy Director's representative as needed in various settings, both on and off-campus, to increase the public profile and impact of UCLA LPPI
Provides support, training, and supervision for LPPI student policy fellows
Supports mobilization and advocacy communications functions, event production, growing external relationships, and facilitating rapid response policy analysis
Qualification
Required
1 to 3 years Professional experience operating in a fast-paced, execution-focused professional setting, preferably with exposure to government or research sectors
Persuasive oral communication and public speaking skills to lead meetings, explain complex ideas to diverse audiences, build consensus, and influence decision-making by internal and external groups from all organizational levels
Interpersonal skills and ability to maintain cooperative relationships and ongoing communications with persons of diverse social, educational, and cultural backgrounds
Intermediate writing, editing, analytical, and strategic thinking skills to decipher information, prepare concise summaries, and provide sound recommendations to communicate complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences
Strong organization and prioritization skills and must be meticulous and detail-oriented with experience using project management tools to compile information, manage project tasks, and track progress
Ability to multitask, triage work priorities, and adhere to organizational expectations of accuracy and attention to detail in a dynamic environment with competing needs. Resourcefulness and ability to work proactively be adaptable and managing tasks in a fast-paced environment
Ability to exercise a high degree of diplomacy and professionalism in verbal and written communications
Exceptional time management skills to complete tasks in a timely and efficient manner, without prompting, both independently and collaboratively
Ability to both take direction and work independently with minimal direction, with the ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment, establish priorities, and follow through on assignments. Must be able to resolve difficult problems, analytical judgement and process quality work products
Must maintain a strict code of ethics when working with confidential data and sensitive matters
Occasional evening/night/weekend work is required as deadlines for special projects are approaching
Skill in supporting and managing multiple policy and advocacy projects, including planning, coordination, and execution of mobilization initiatives and events such as webinars, policy briefings, and trainings
Bachelor's Degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training
Preferred
Demonstrated interest in public policy and politics as it relates to the nation's diverse Latino communities with the ability to support and foster teamwork, cooperation, respect, and a diverse work environment
Familiarity with program and project evaluation and ability to identify work impact
Master's Degree in public policy, political science, economics, sociology, urban planning, public health, statistics, law or a related field
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