Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Director of Policy & Communications

Massachusetts Institute of Technology • $150K — $180K *
Cambridge, MA 02139In-Person
Education, Government & Non-Profit
11 - 15 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Master's degree in economics or development
  • At least 15 years of experience in public policy or international development
  • Expertise in translating academic research into policy
  • Strong background in development economics is essential
  • Ph.D. in Economics or Public Policy preferred; dual degree is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Lead initiatives to promote evidence-informed policy
  • Collaborate with diverse teams to equip stakeholders with resources
  • Conduct rigorous impact evaluations
  • Communicate research findings effectively to policymakers
  • Drive strategic communications efforts for the organization

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
  • Engagement with policymakers and researchers
  • Contribution to evidence-informed policy initiatives
  • Access to professional development opportunities
  • Membership in a diverse and integrated team
Full Job Description
Posting Description
DIRECTOR OF POLICY & COMMUNICATIONS, Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL), to contribute to its mission of promoting evidence-informed policy as part of J-PAL's Leadership & Policy & Communication team, a diverse and integrated group that works together in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with the goal of equipping policymakers, researchers, and staff with the necessary knowledge to conduct rigorous impact evaluations.

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Job Requirements REQUIRED : 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. PREFERRED : Ph.D. in Economics or in Public Policy; or a dual degree in both economics and public policy.

9/18/2026

About Massachusetts Institute of Technology

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is a private research university located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. MIT is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU) and is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity". The university is known for its strong emphasis on scientific and technological research and its engineering programs. MIT was founded in 1861 and has a long history of innovation and entrepreneurship. The university has produced numerous Nobel laureates, Rhodes Scholars, and MacArthur Fellows.
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