Policy Analyst

Our client is looking for Policy Analyst

Key Responsibilities

Collates and analyses data from the Planning Institute of Jamaica, Statistical Institute of Jamaica, Ministry of Finance and the Public Service, Jamaica Promotions Corporation, etc. and assists in the drafting of reports on findings; 

Conducts research and provides analysis and advice on policy issues assigned to the Division, including policy proposals referred by other MDAs for feedback; 

Develops policy options, researches their potential effectiveness and impact, and assists in making recommendations for new or revised policies; 

Assists in the drafting of policy proposals for consideration and review by the Ministry; 

Contributes to the preparation of papers, submissions, briefs and correspondence on specific matters for Senior Management, the Minister, Cabinet and others; 

Provides timely and accurate reports and briefs for the Senior Management and other Ministry officials, as required; 

Attends meetings and represents the Division/Ministry at conferences, seminars and in other fora, as required; 

Pursues networking opportunities though membership in appropriate associations that facilitate capacity building; 

Works to support the achievement of the Division’s objectives and performance targets;

Assists with the monitoring and evaluation of the Ministry’s policies, programmes and projects in relation to targets; 

Undertakes any other required duties that reasonably fall within the remit of the post. 

Minimum Required Qualification and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Public Policy, Development Studies, Management Studies, Public Sector Management, Public/Business Administration, Education Management or a related discipline; 

Two (2) years’ experience in a Public Policy or Public Sector Management environment.