Master's degree in economics, public policy, or a related field
Coursework in microeconomics, econometrics, and development economics
Minimum of six years of relevant professional experience
At least one year of experience working in a developing country
Experience gained during schooling may count toward the professional requirement
Responsibilities
Contribute to the mission of promoting evidence-informed policy
Collaborate with a diverse team in a fast-paced environment
Equip policymakers and researchers with knowledge for impact evaluations
Translate research into actionable poverty alleviation policies
Form partnerships for evidence-informed development policy
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a collaborative and diverse environment
Engagement with policymakers and researchers globally
Involvement in impactful poverty alleviation initiatives
Professional development opportunities within a leading organization
Full Job Description
Posting Description POLICY MANAGER , New Humanitarian Lab - Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL), to contribute to the 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. The Policy & Communications Group plays a key role in translating research by J-PAL affiliates into actionable poverty alleviation policies around the world. Staff connect the dots between economics and policy and are passionate about working with organizations to form partnerships for evidence-informed development policy.
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Job Requirements REQUIRED : Master's degree in economics, public policy, or a closely related field, with coursework in microeconomics, econometrics, and development economics; a minimum of six years of relevant and substantial professional experience, including at least one year of experience working in a developing country, relevant experience gained during schooling may count toward this requirement.
11/9/2026
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