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Policy Analyst
Turn evidence into better decisions
€32k–€65k Demand: Medium
What the work is really like
Policy analysts research issues and recommend action to governments, think tanks or NGOs — evidence-based work that can shape real decisions at scale.
1Reviewing evidence on a contested policy question
2Modelling the likely impact of a proposed change
3Briefing a decision-maker in plain language
4Defending an unpopular but well-evidenced conclusion
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Skills to develop
Policy research
Data analysis
Report writing
Stakeholder engagement
Critical thinking
Presentation
Estimated to job-ready: ~6 months of focused effort.
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