Position: Research Analyst

Organization: Foundation for Democratic Reforms (FDR)

Location: Hyderabad

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Responsibilities of a Research Analyst:

1. Research and analysis in key sectors of policy and governance including education, healthcare, agriculture, service delivery, land and property rights, rule of law - police, prosecution, procedural laws, judiciary, urban governance, economic liberalization, and energy transition.

a. Study historical evolutions, assess present conditions and future trends

b. Extract and analyze data

c. Undertake comparative studies of different countries

d. Formulate policy reform proposals

2. Identify systemic problems and opportunities for institutional reform through an assessment of contemporary developments in the country and across the world.

3. Ideate and organize advocacy initiatives such as webinars, conferences, lectures, workshops etc.

4. Develop written and visual content for newsletters, FDR website, social media, and advocacy initiatives.

5. Manage a team of research interns.

6. Any other function as required by the organization.

Education and experience:

Graduates and post graduates, preferably with 1-2 years of work experience

Skills required:

1. Critical thinking and analytical skills

2. Written and verbal communication

3. Leadership and initiative

4. Project management

5. Flexibility to work across teams and sectors