Policy Officer

About Triangle

Triangle is dedicated to bridging the gap between policy-making, empirical research, and media to yield enduring outcomes for our clients, create a fulfilling environment for our team, and make a positive impact on the communities where we operate. Through our policy and journalism arm—Badil—we utilize incisive reporting, evidence-based analysis, and diverse communication strategies to raise awareness, shape narratives, and influence policy solutions across a wide range of topics. By combining rigorous inquiry with effective storytelling, we seek to empower individuals and communities to have a more significant influence on the policy decisions that shape their lives.

As an expanding organization, we are looking for driven individuals who can bring their expertise, ambition, and fresh ideas to strengthen our mission. Our work environment is multilingual and highly collaborative, with staff dispersed across multiple time zones and countries. Therefore, we seek colleagues who can work independently, manage projects, and deliver exceptional results. In return, we offer substantial autonomy and opportunities for professional growth. If this aligns with what you've been looking for, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Position Summary

The Policy Officer will play a central role in the development of political and policy analysis, writing, and external representation for Badil, while also supporting Triangle's wider project work as needed. This is a substantive, ownership-level role: the Policy Officer will independently identify and pursue a coherent area of political and policy focus on Lebanon (and ideally Syria/WANA), represent the organization publicly, and contribute to business development, while working under the guidance of directors and/or team leaders.

We are looking for someone with deep, first-hand grounding in Lebanese and regional politics, who understands the progressive orientation of the organization and can engage with senior colleagues on political developments.

Reports to: Managing Editor and Director of Policy

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Policy Analysis

• Independently identify and track emerging Lebanese and regional political developments, proposing story lines and analysis ahead of the news cycle.
• Draft policy papers, briefs, reports, feature articles, op-eds, and other written materials in line with editorial and stylistic standards.
• Conduct interviews and original research and integrate this with desk research and quantitative or policy data to produce evidence-based, contextually grounded analysis.

2. External Representation and Media

• Represent Badil in media appearances, panels, briefings, and public forums, articulating the organization's research and political positions clearly and credibly.
• Build and maintain relationships with journalists, analysts, officials, and civil society contacts relevant to the organization's work.

3. Project and Output Ownership

• Take ownership of assigned projects and outputs from conceptualization through to publication and dissemination, primarily within Badil's editorial pipeline, and contributing to Triangle's wider project work as required.
• Coordinate editorial calendars, production schedules, and content milestones with team leaders and directors.
• Manage people and outputs to ensure timely, high-quality delivery, including guidance to more junior researchers and analysts where relevant.

4. Collaboration and Communication

• Work closely with editors, designers, and digital media staff to ensure coherence and high production values across deliverables.
• Communicate with field staff, consultants, clients, and partners via email, video conferencing, or phone to gather input and align on goals.

5. Business Development

• Contribute to conceptualizing and writing proposals for new policy, research, and journalism initiatives, primarily for Badil but also in support of Triangle's wider portfolio.
• Identify and pursue new project and partnership opportunities that expand Badil and Triangle's reach and impact.

6. Documentation and Monitoring

• Maintain project files, tracking, and related documentation against work plans and timelines.
• Keep records of meetings, manage Gantt charts or other project management tools, and regularly update stakeholders on progress.

Mandatory Qualifications

Political and Contextual Depth

• Demonstrated, in-depth understanding of Lebanese politics; familiarity with Syrian and regional politics is a strong advantage.
• Ability to engage substantively and independently with senior colleagues on political analysis, and to identify and develop original angles and stories.
• Clear alignment with, and understanding of, the progressive orientation of the organization.

Outstanding Communication Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with proven, published writing to a high editorial standard.
• Confidence conducting interviews and research; strong analytical thinking and organizational aptitude.
• High emotional intelligence, flexibility, and capacity to thrive in a fast-paced setting.
• Ability to source and collect data as well as conduct interviews in either Arabic or English.

Team and External Representation

• Demonstrated experience representing an organization publicly or in the media, and working as a constructive, senior team member.

Educational Background

• Master's degree in public policy, political science, international development, journalism, economics, or a related field.

Relevant Experience

• 5+ years of experience working on policy, journalism, or communications projects for think tanks, media outlets, multilateral institutions, or development organizations.
• Experience owning projects and outputs, and engaging directly with clients, partners, or media.

Desired Qualifications

Publication and Client-Facing Experience

• A strong track record of published articles, policy briefs, or research outputs, and experience engaging with clients or partners.

Business Development

• Experience drafting proposals and contributing to business development is highly desirable.

Language

• Working proficiency in both written English and Arabic at a high standard is a strong asset.

Package

Compensation

• Commensurate with experience.

Healthcare

• Private healthcare coverage is offered after a probationary period (Beirut-based candidates).

Flexible Working

• Flexible working arrangements, coupled with work- and home-based arrangements.

Equal Opportunity

• Triangle is an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity across the organization.

Application Next Steps

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• If you are shortlisted, you will be asked to complete a test and attend an interview. There may be a second interview.

If you have deep grounding in Lebanese and regional politics, a track record of independent, high-quality analysis, and are eager to represent and shape the direction of a progressive policy and media organization, we invite you to apply.