Nisum · 20 hours ago
Employment Policy Analyst II
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$78K/yr - $110K/yrThe Niskanen Center is seeking a policy analyst to contribute to their work on social insurance, focusing on unemployment insurance, paid family leave, and disability insurance. The role involves conducting policy research, developing reports, and collaborating with various stakeholders to advance social policy initiatives.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Analyze federal and state legislative proposals, administrative policies, and regulatory change
Develop innovative and novel research projects to advance the team's strategic priorities
Translate research into reports and new policy initiatives
Develop graphics and tables, applying data visualization strategies
Produce first drafts of major research reports based on their research and analysis and occasionally author complete reports
Author commentaries based on research and new analyses
Share research findings with legislative staffers, advocacy organizations, and journalists
In collaboration with the Niskanen Government Affairs Team, develop and implement strategies to educate members of Congress, the Administration, and other stakeholders about Niskanen social policy priorities
When invited by policymakers, provide research and policy proposals
Develop and grow relationships with policy and advocacy organizations, policy experts, and other partners and stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Expertise in social insurance and a willingness to delve deeply into specific programs (unemployment insurance, paid family and medical leave; disability insurance)
Proven commitment to Niskanen's vision for change
Experience collaborating with an ideologically diverse network of organizations and individuals
A high degree of integrity, the ability to build trust, and a commitment to exceptional deliverables
Superior oral and written communication skills and ability to translate complex research findings into key takeaways for diverse audiences
Experience with strategic communications and ideological bilingualism, including outreach to media and target audiences in the public, business, and nonprofit sectors
Action-oriented, organized, and entrepreneurial self-starter who assumes personal ownership of work and is capable of effectively prioritizing and working simultaneously on multiple projects
Company
Nisum
Nisum is a leading technology consulting partner based in Silicon Valley that designs and builds custom digital commerce platforms.
Founded in 2000
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Imtiaz Mohammady
Founder & CEO
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