Policy Research Analyst 

Public Private Strategies (PPS) creates opportunities where the public and private sectors meet. We bring together diverse allies including foundations, associations, corporations, small businesses, and entrepreneurs to solve pressing societal challenges. By harnessing the power of the private sector, we build coalitions, activate campaigns, and create strategic partnerships to drive desired policy and market outcomes.

Position Overview

As a Policy Research Analyst, you will play a central role in translating provisions from four major pieces of economic policymaking: the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the Inflation Reduction Act, The Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors (CHIPs) and Science Act, and the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) provisions of the American Rescue Plan into practical opportunities for small businesses and community organizations across the nation and in specific markets. Your exceptional ability to analyze complex legislation and identify actionable opportunities will be the cornerstone of an exciting strategic initiative. Your work will help ensure that funds flow into communities and organizations that can maximize the value of investments.

Key Responsibilities

• In-Depth Legislative Analysis: Conduct comprehensive research and analysis of the four major economic policy pieces, deciphering their provisions, and identifying critical opportunities for our organization to engage.
• Policy insight Generation: Generate actionable insights by interpreting policy language, analyzing its potential impact on various stakeholders, and determining how our partners can harness the investments to create positive change.
• Collaborative Strategy: Work closely with our client and partners to develop collaborative strategies that align with the goals of the legislation and communities.  Your insights will drive decisions on where to invest resources to yield the most significant community impact.
• Thought Leadership: Monitor policy developments, funds flows, implementation barriers, and other relevant news. You will be our go-to expert, providing valuable insights and analysis to our leadership and external partners.
• Impact Measurement: Collaborate with our client and partners to establish practical and effective metrics to track progress against opportunities to ensure progress and real-time course correction. 
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with our client, their stakeholders and our partners, including policymakers, government agencies, nonprofits and corporations. 

Qualifications:

• Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in economics, public policy, political science, or a related field preferred. Advanced degrees are preferred but not mandatory. Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute. 
• Policy Expertise: Proven experience in policy research and analysis, with a deep understanding of economic legislation and its implications.
• Strategic Vision: Ability to think strategically and translate complex legislative provisions into actionable strategies.
• Influential Communicator: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas in a compelling and accessible manner.
• Collaborative Team Player: Adept at working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to achieve common goals and create positive change.
• Adaptability: Thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, with the ability to quickly adapt to changing client demands as well as political and economic landscapes.
• Passion for Social Impact, Small Business and Economic Opportunity: A genuine passion for making a difference in society and improving the lives of small businesses, the people they employ and their communities. 

How to Apply

For consideration, e-mail one single PDF including a cover letter, resumé and at least two (2)

references to: maya@publicprivatestrategies.com with the subject line: Policy Research. The deadline for application is September 30, 2023.

EEO Statement

Acceptance for everyone, everywhere is at the heart of our organization. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background. As such, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other characteristics protected by state or federal law or local ordinance.