MP Analyst - Policy Engagements

Job Responsibilities

Analyst - Policy Engagements is an opportunity for committed
young professionals to work closely with Hon'ble Members of Parliament (MPs) on
clean air, lead exposure, and allied issues. The role will focus on driving
policy interventions at the national level while creating state and
district -level impact through evidence -based research, data analysis and
knowledge exchange, legislative support and multi -stakeholder engagement. The
position requires exceptional research, analytical, communication, coordination,
multitasking, and problem -solving skills.

Key Responsibilities

Research, Legislative & Programme Support

• Conduct evidence -based primary and
  secondary research on air pollution, lead exposure, and allied policy issues to
  develop policy briefs, research papers, knowledge products, and expert
  briefings on national and state policies and programs, government schemes,
  sectoral challenges, and emerging innovations and best practices. Take expert
  consultations where necessary.
  
• Provide analytical and legislative
  support to Hon'ble MPs for parliamentary interventions, Bills, Standing
  Committee meetings, parliamentary debates, and other policy priorities by
  identifying key policy gaps, opportunities, and specific solutions aligned with
  Swaniti's development approach.
  
• Support programme implementation
  through field visits, stakeholder engagement, public -facing events, and
  coordination with local government, civil society, think tanks, and other
  stakeholders at the national and sub -national levels. This includes participating
  in relevant meetings, supporting the review of clean air and lead exposure
  through DISHA Committee meetings, identifying intervention areas, strengthening
  local capacity, and contributing to programme deliverables and targets,
  evidence -based policymaking and knowledge exchange.
  

Stakeholder Engagement:

•  Engage with diverse stakeholders to
  gather insights, facilitate knowledge exchange, and support evidence -based
  policy making through stakeholder consultations, primary outreach, and
  research.
  

Documentation & Reporting:

• Prepare high -quality reports, policy
  briefs, knowledge products, and administrative documents - including policy
  recommendations, impact assessments, and success stories on relevant policy
  issues. Ensure they are well researched, factually accurate, and presented in
  internally standardized and accessible formats.
  
• Actively contributes to
  communication initiatives, including content development, social media
  engagement, and public outreach to amplify policy insights and organizational
  impact.
  

• Knowledge of India’s climate and
  energy policy landscape, including national and sub -national frameworks related
  to heavy metals, air quality, energy transition, decarbonization, and
  sustainable development, with an understanding of their intersections with
  economic development, public health, social equity, and industrial policy.
  
• Familiarity with key regulatory
  instruments, government schemes, and institutional mechanisms shaping the
  energy transition ecosystem, including transport electrification, renewable
  energy adoption, industrial decarbonization, and climate finance.
  
• Familiarity with India's lead
  exposure and environmental health landscape, including national and
  sub -national policies, regulatory frameworks, government programmes, and
  institutional mechanisms related to lead poisoning prevention, environmental
  and occupational exposure, child and maternal health, and evidence -based
  approaches for lead risk reduction and mitigation.
  
• Strong understanding of the
  structure and functioning of Union and State governments, including
  administrative, parliamentary hierarchies, and inter -governmental coordination
  mechanisms.
  

Requirements

Education:

• Postgraduate degree in Environmental
  Science, Energy Studies, Climate Change, Economics, Public Policy, Political
  Science, Law, Development Studies, Sustainability, or a related field.
  

Experience:

• A minimum of 1.5 years of full -time,
  post -graduate professional experience in public policy, governance,
  environmental studies, sustainability, or related domains.
  
• Preference will be given to
  candidates with prior experience working with government officials or elected
  representatives.
  
• Exposure to heavy metals, air
  pollution, energy transition and decarbonisation is highly desirable.
  
• Engagement with multi -stakeholder
  ecosystems, including government departments, industry bodies, think tanks, and
  civil society organizations working on heavy metals, climate and energy -related
  issues.
  

Technical Skills:

• Strong research and analytical
  skills, with the ability to conduct primary and secondary research, analyse
  data, and develop clear, actionable policy insights and recommendations from
  diverse technical and policy sources.
  
• Familiarity with data visualization
  tools, and effective knowledge dissemination using standard policy advocacy
  tools and strategies.  
  
• Excellent written and verbal
  communication skills, with experience engaging professionally with government
  officials, MPs, civil society, and grassroots stakeholders.
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  
• Proficiency in visual storytelling,
  including but not limited to Canva. 
  
• Familiarity with government
  databases and public information sources.
  

Mandatory Attributes:

• Demonstrated enthusiasm and
  commitment to addressing critical policy issues affecting public service
  delivery and governance in India.
  
• Availability and commitment to provide
  timely, high -quality support to public representatives on legislative and
  policy matters, including responsiveness to urgent requests.
  
• Demonstrated understanding of
  critical policy issues, including climate change, air and heavy metal
  pollution, social protection, governance, and sustainable development.
  
• Professional reliability,
  punctuality, and strong work ethic with the ability to work independently and
  as part of a team. 
  

Locations:

• Anywhere in India
  

Important
Note: This role requires a high level of
commitment and may occasionally require working beyond regular office hours and
on weekends. The position is based out of the office of a Hon'ble Member of
Parliament (MP).