Analyst -Policy Engagements
Summary
The Analyst for Policy Engagements supports Indian Parliamentarians with evidence-based research, policy briefs, and legislative support on issues like climate change, governance, and sustainable development. This Delhi-based role involves stakeholder outreach, data analysis, and producing high-quality policy documents for MPs.
Job Responsibilities
The Analyst for Policy Engagements will
support the Policy Team with strategic outreach to Hon’ble Members of
Parliament (MPs), provide evidence-based research, sectoral insights, and
legislative support using data-driven methodologies. The role will focus on
aiding MPs through research, policy briefs, stakeholder conventions, and
facilitating knowledge exchange on critical policy issues, including climate
change and allied fields.
Key Responsibilities
Research &
Legislative Support:
- Conduct evidence-based
research on policy issues, government schemes, and sectoral challenges for
Hon’ble MPs, with particular focus on environment, social protection, and
governance. Utilize primary and secondary data sources, field research,
and stakeholder consultations where appropriate.
- Developed high-quality
expert briefings, policy insights, and legislative support documents based
on MPs’ specific requests, ensuring all materials were factual within
tight deadlines.
- Provide background research
and analytical support for parliamentary interventions, bills, standing
committee meetings, and parliamentary debates, including identifying key
policy gaps and opportunities.
- Identify critical policy
gaps through data analysis and research and propose evidence-based
interventions at constituency and national levels, aligning with Swaniti's
constituency development approach and flagship programs.
- In addition to the above responsibilities, you
will be expected to contribute to various projects undertaken by Swaniti
Initiative in line with its core objectives on climate change, sustainable
development, and public policy, as required.
Stakeholder
Engagement:
- Constant outreach to
Parliamentarians in India and abroad
- Engage with diverse
stakeholders, including government bodies, think tanks, civil society
organizations, corporate CSR wings, and grassroots organizations, to
gather insights, facilitate knowledge exchange, and support evidence-based
policy making. This includes conducting stakeholder consultations, primary
outreach, and research.
- Support the organization of
policy workshops, stakeholder consultations, and knowledge exchange events
on critical policy issues, ensuring high-quality facilitation and
documentation of outcomes.
Documentation &
Reporting:
- Prepare high-quality
reports, policy briefs, and knowledge products on relevant policy issues,
ensuring all materials are well-researched, factually accurate, and
presented in accessible formats for diverse audiences.
- Document policy
recommendations, administrative reports, impact assessments, and success
stories for wider dissemination, contributing to organizational learning
and knowledge management.
- Comply with all internal
reporting requirements, maintaining high standards of documentation and
contributing to team knowledge sharing and organizational systems.
- Actively contribute to
communication initiatives, including content development, social media
engagement, and public outreach to amplify policy insights and
organizational impact.
Requirements
Education:
- Postgraduate degree in
Environmental Science, Energy Studies, Climate Change, Economics, Public
Policy, Political Science, Law, Development Studies, Sustainability, or a
related field
Experience:
- A minimum of 1-1.5 years of
full-time professional experience after post-graduation in public
policy, governance, environmental studies, sustainability, or related
domains.
- Candidates with prior
experience working with government officials or elected representatives
will be given preference.
- Exposure to e-mobility and
the energy transition is highly desirable.
Skills:
- Strong research and
analytical skills, including the ability to conduct primary research, data
analysis, and synthesize complex information from multiple sources, and
disseminate utilizing standard policy advocacy tools and
strategies.
- Ability to translate complex
policy issues into clear, actionable insights for Hon’ble MPs and
stakeholders.
- Excellent written and verbal
communication skills, with the ability to engage professionally with
diverse stakeholders, including government officials, MPs, civil society
leaders, and grassroots organizations.
- Understanding of the
structure and functioning of the Union and State governments, including
administrative, parliamentary hierarchies, and inter-governmental
coordination mechanisms.
Mandatory Attributes:
- Demonstrated enthusiasm and
commitment to addressing critical policy issues affecting public service
delivery and governance in India.
- Availability and commitment
to provide timely, high-quality support to public representatives on
legislative and policy matters, including responsiveness to urgent
requests.
- Demonstrated understanding
of critical policy issues, including climate change, air pollution, social
protection, governance, and sustainable development.
- Proven ability to produce
high-quality work within tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy and
attention to detail.
- Professional reliability,
punctuality, and a strong work ethic with the ability to work
independently and as part of a team.
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in Microsoft
Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Proficiency in visual
storytelling, including but not limited to Canva.
- Basic data analysis skills
and familiarity with data visualization tools.
- Research methodology,
including literature review, stakeholder interviews, and survey design.
- Familiarity with government
databases and public information sources.
Location:
This is a Delhi-based position with occasional travel.
Salary Range:
Analyst: Up to ₹50,000 per month (maximum budget). The final salary will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience, skills, and current/last drawn CTC.
Application deadline: 22nd July 2026
[Important Note: Work demands commitment beyond
working hours and at times on weekends.]
In case you do not hear from us within 30 days, please
consider your application to be unsuccessful and your application has been
retained in our database for future opportunities.