Description
Analyze and evaluate public policies and programs to inform decision-making. Conduct research on policy options, assess impacts and costs, interpret legislation and regulations, and synthesize data and stakeholder input. Develop evidence-based recommendations and communicate findings to government, nonprofit, or private-sector stakeholders.
- • Identify policy issues and define research questions.
- • Collect, analyze, and interpret qualitative and quantitative data, including surveys, administrative records, and economic indicators.
- • Conduct impact, cost-benefit, and equity analyses of policy options.
- • Evaluate programs and policies and develop actionable recommendations.
- • Interpret and summarize legislation, regulations, and guidance.
- • Draft policy memos, briefs, reports, and presentations for decision-makers.
- • Prepare and review draft legislation, regulatory comments, and testimony.
- • Model and forecast social, economic, or fiscal effects of proposed actions.
- • Design and manage public opinion or stakeholder surveys and focus groups.
- • Engage stakeholders and subject-matter experts to gather input and build consensus.
- • Monitor political, legal, and administrative developments relevant to assigned portfolios.
- • Advise agency leaders, elected officials, or organizational management on policy choices and implementation.
- • Develop performance metrics and evaluation plans to track outcomes.
- • Coordinate cross-functional project teams and timelines.
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
