Research Assistant - Europe Programme

Center for Global Development ,
London, Greater London
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Fixed term: 12 monthsLocation: London Closing Deadline: 18 June 2020, 2pm BST Must have the right to live and work in the UK CGD Europe, an independent, non-partisan research organisation seeks a full-time Research Assistant for its European Development Policy and Leadership Programme (Europe Programme). CGD Europe is a think-and-do tank that works to reduce global poverty and improve lives through innovative economic research that drives better policy and practice by the world's top decision makers. We generate new ideas, actionable policy proposals, and independent research, and spark critical global development conversations. Job Purpose: CGD Europe is hiring a Research Assistant to provide qualitative and quantitative research support for work streams relating to European development policy and European development finance. Recent areas of research have included analysing the value-add and impact of European development finance instruments and investments in developing countries; identifying improvements in the European development finance architecture; analysing the implications of Brexit for the future of European and UK development cooperation; and convening European policy makers to spur intellectual debate. The Research Assistant will conduct research, writing, and editing for policy papers, studies and reports; and assist in monitoring developments in European development policy environment. The post-holder will report and provide research assistance to Mikaela Gavas, Co-Director of the European Development Policy and Leadership Programme and Senior Policy Fellow, but will also work with the programme?s other Co-Director Ian Mitchell, and other CGDE associates and fellows. The successful candidate will have experience working on European development policy and will have strong quantitative, analytical and writing skills. This challenging position is a chance to study and influence development policy by working alongside researchers and policy professionals in a non-hierarchical atmosphere that requires you to take initiative and tackle tough, unstructured problems. The position would be well-suited to Masters? graduates who are interested in pursuing rigorous research and policy outreach. The role will be based in London, and applicants should have the right to work and live in the UK. Responsibilities: Researching and writing + Conducting desk-based primary research under the guidance of the Co-director + Reviewing and synthesizing policy and academic literature + Drafting blogs, presentations, policy briefs and research papers + Drafting summaries/notes for meetings/conferences + Reviewing literature and fact checking Analysing data + Finding, cleaning, merging, and analysing complex datasets (in Stata and Excel) + Exploring, analysing and preparing data visually and programmatically using relevant software + Conducting statistical analysis. Other support + Organising in-person and virtual events, including agendas and preparing papers, and participating in private and public meetings/conferences. + Liaising and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders. + Performing other administrative duties as necessary in support of the Co-Director and the CGD team in London. Qualifications and skills we?re looking for: + A Masters? degree in a relevant discipline such as Economics, International Development or Finance, Political Science or a related field ? or equivalent; + Experience in political, economic, or public policy research and analysis related to international development. + Good knowledge of European development policy and European development finance, and ideally experience of working with the EU institutions or European governments. + Strong analytic skills, including some experience with data manipulation and econometric and statistical analysis. + Commitment and curiosity in relation to the policies and issues affecting global development. + Excellent writing and editing skills in English, with a flair for communicating research clearly, thoughtfully, and without jargon. + Specific experience with or study of the topic areas mentioned above is an advantage. + Proficiency in English. Fluency in another European language would be an advantage. + Strong organisational and communication skills. + Comfort working independently, with small groups, and across senior staff. + Self-confidence, a can-do attitude, the ability to work with little supervision, a love of teamwork, a willingness to turn your hand to anything, the ability to multitask, and a good sense of humour + Right to live and work in the UK. Applications: This is a full-time, fixed-term position based in London, and applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. CGD Europe offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience. Interested candidates should submit their CV and cover letter, along with a sample piece of writing (preferably a piece of original research). We are committed to attracting and maint

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