Freelance Policy, Research & Advocacy Specialist

Freelance Policy, Research & Advocacy Specialist

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$60,000/yr - $300,000/yr

Mind Friend (MF PRO) is a leading think tank and policy advisory organization focused on research and advocacy. This freelance role supports high‑impact policy, research, and advocacy projects for governments, international organisations, and private‑sector partners.

Freelance (Project‑Based / Hourly)

Fully Remote (with optional international travel)

Think Tank / Policy Advisory / Research / Advocacy

We seek experienced freelance professionals to transform complex issues into clear, actionable insights and work independently on strategic assignments. Freelancers are commissioned on a per‑project or hourly basis, with each assignment offered in advance. Accept or decline projects based on availability. Approved travel is fully reimbursed.

• Bachelor’s degree plus minimum 4 years of relevant experience, or
• Bachelor’s + Master’s degree plus minimum 2 years of relevant experience

Degrees may include:
Public Policy, Political Science, International Relations, Economics, Law, Behavioural Science, Social Policy, Development Studies, or related fields.

• Policy Research & Analysis
  • Conduct comprehensive research, analysis, and literature reviews across priority policy areas.
  • Gather, clean, and analyse qualitative and quantitative datasets.
  • Monitor legislative, political, and regulatory developments internationally to inform organisational strategy.
• Policy Writing & Development
  • Produce high‑quality policy briefs, white papers, reports, and consultation responses.
  • Prepare briefing materials and presentations for senior leadership and external engagements.
• Advocacy & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Contribute to advocacy strategies aimed at influencing policymakers and institutional stakeholders.
  • Support communication outputs, including website content, newsletters, and policy commentary.
  • Participate in international meetings, conferences, or field research when required (all travel fully covered when pre‑approved).

• Strong policy understanding:
  Ability to interpret complex legislative and governance frameworks quickly.
• Proven research capability:
  Skilled in both qualitative and quantitative methods.
• Exceptional writing:
  Ability to produce concise, persuasive, and well‑structured policy documents.
• Analytical strength:
  Capable of assessing policy options, impact pathways, and feasibility.
• Professional reliability:
  Organised, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple assignments independently.

• Freelancers engaged per project or per hour, depending on assignment scope.
• Travel costs (if applicable) fully covered once agreed in advance.
• Opportunities for long‑term collaboration based on performance and project demand.