Senior Research Associate (Public Policy)

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About the Organization

Consumer Unity and Trust Society (CUTS) is a leading think-tank working on economic and public policy issues. From its modest beginnings in 1983, CUTS has grown significantly as a local and global research and advocacy group in addressing the challenges to enhance consumer welfare. From a small voluntary consumer non-governmental organisation (NGO) working locally in Rajasthan, a state in North West India, to make consumers aware of their rights and seek resolution of their grievances, CUTS has over time progressed to policy research and network-based advocacy on various public policy issues at state, national, regional and international levels.

Job Description

We seek an experienced Senior Research Associate (SRA) with expertise in public policy research, covering areas like jobs, doing business, regulatory issues, competitiveness, economic reforms, to be a part of a dynamic research team within CUTS. The SRA will collect primary and/or secondary data for preparing research reports, writing briefing papers, monographs, viewpoint papers etc. Knowledge of practical aspects of economic policy issues and background in economics or law is required. This will involve working with different teams within CUTS to develop, capacitate and deliver the research.

Job Responsibilities

• Carry out primary and secondary research that would help strengthen advocacy initiatives.
• Analyse and interpret results of studies, and prepare reports detailing findings, recommendations, or conclusions.
• Research and analysis with respect to proposed legislation and regulations.
• Prepare research reports, writing briefing papers, policy briefs, discussion papers etc.
• Make recommendations for programmes and policies based on research findings.
• Consult with government officials research agencies and representatives of other stakeholders.
• Assist in organising and conducting surveys, events, etc.
• Liaison with funders and prepare project proposals, concept notes, etc.

Education Qualification/Required Skills & Experience

• Post Graduate from an institute of good repute in Public Policy, Economics, Law and/or regulatory affairs;
• 4-6 years of professional experience;
• Previous experience of public policy research/publication/advocacy will be desirable;
• Experience of working in a multicultural environment.

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