About The Position

The Director of Policy & Communications at the Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL) contributes to the mission of promoting evidence-informed policy. This role is part of J-PAL’s Leadership & Policy & Communication team, a diverse and integrated group working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The team's goal is to equip policymakers, researchers, and staff with the necessary knowledge to conduct rigorous impact evaluations.

Requirements

  • Master's degree with a concentration in economics or development
  • A minimum of fifteen years of work experience in the field(s) of public policy, international development, and economics
  • Background in both international development policy and economics to effectively translate the academic research in development economics to policy lessons. This can be through university degrees and/or work experience.

Nice To Haves

  • Ph.D. in Economics or in Public Policy
  • A dual degree in both economics and public policy
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