Policy Fellow or Senior Policy Fellow, US Development Policy Program

Overview

The Center for Global Development (CGD) is an independent, non‑partisan, non‑profit policy research organization in Washington, DC, and London, UK that focuses on the issues and institutions critical to inclusive development. CGD conducts rigorous empirical research and engages with the global policy community to explore the intersections between the policy and financial priorities of low‑ and middle‑income countries and the governments, institutions, and corporations that can partner in delivering greater progress.

CGD is seeking a Policy Fellow or Senior Policy Fellow, depending on career level and experience, with expertise in US foreign assistance and development finance programs and agencies. The successful candidate will have policy or research experience in US foreign assistance or development policy and a desire to make a meaningful contribution to policy making in these areas.

• Design and lead a research agenda that employs data to inform policy debates and generate actionable insights.
• Support the mobilization of financial resources to support CGD's work on US development policy.
• Engage in related educational outreach activities, including speaking engagements, blogging, and interacting with key individuals and groups in the donor and technical communities.
• Publish reports, papers, policy briefs, and short, timely commentary that incorporate quantitative findings targeted to policymakers, the development community, and CGD's public audience.
• Develop and host events (public and private) to showcase research findings and other relevant subject matter or highlight and gather expertise.
• Contribute to the research of colleagues where appropriate, particularly providing expertise and analytical support.
• Supervise and mentor associate staff, including performance management and professional development.

• A PhD or master’s degree in economics, international development, public policy, or a related field, and a distinguished career and body of work, combined with demonstrated ability to take a project to completion and to generate external financial support.
• Prominence in the program area and strong professional relationships.
• Proficiency in basic statistical analysis and experience with large datasets.
• Significant knowledge of current issues and debates in US foreign policy.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to translate complex findings for diverse audiences, as well as high‑level organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently within a small, closely‑knit organization and to contribute to the development of new institutions.

Closing date: Wednesday, July 8th at 11:59 ET.
Salary range: Fellow: $130,000 - $150,000 per annum. Senior Fellow: $170,000 - $190,000 per annum. Pay commensurate with education, skillset, and experience.