Job Description :

The Research / Policy Associate produces rigorous, decision-ready evidence that shapes how our programs are designed and how partners adopt them. The role sits between research, implementation and stakeholder management: you will analyse data and literature, engage with government and field stakeholders, and turn findings into clear briefs and recommendations as policy landscaping, stakeholder engagement and government-facing outputs

Research & Analysis (25%)

- Conduct literature and evidence reviews.

- Collect, clean, and analyse quantitative and qualitative dat

- Synthesise findings into actionable insights through presentations, dashboards, and concept notes.

Policy Analysis (25%)

- Analyse policy, regulatory, and institutional landscapes.

- Review government policies, guidelines, and consultation papers.

- Assess policy options and evaluate their implementation feasibility.

Stakeholder Engagement (20%)

- Support engagement with government officials, development partners, and other stakeholders.

- Coordinate, prepare for, and document meetings, workshops, and consultations.

- Build and maintain day-to-day relationships with key partners.

Writing & Communication (25%)

- Draft policy briefs, research reports, concept notes, presentations, and proposals.

- Translate complex technical findings into clear, concise, and accessible communication for diverse audiences.

- Develop high-quality written materials to support policy advocacy and program objectives.

Program & Team Support (5%)

- Coordinate project timelines,



milestones, and deliverables.

- Support internal knowledge management and documentation.

- Contribute to cross-functional initiatives and other program activities as required.

Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in any discipline.

- 1–3 years of relevant work experience; research assistantships and fellowships will be considered as relevant experience.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in Excel and at least one analytical tool such as Stata, R, or Python.

- Experience with qualitative research methods, including interviews, focus group discussions (FGDs), and thematic coding.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to produce explicit, concise reports and presentations. A writing sample may be requested.

- Hands-on experience using AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Elicit, Consensus, Perplexity, or NotebookLM) to support research, analysis, and content development.

- Ability to work effectively in ambiguous environments, manage multiple priorities, and deliver high-quality outputs within deadlines.

- Experience working with or supporting government stakeholders, particularly at the state or district level, is preferred.

- Exposure to technology, AI, or data-driven initiatives for social impact and familiarity with data visualization tools is an advantage.

- Demonstrated ownership, structured thinking, stakeholder management, and the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.

📌 Tech Policy Associate (Delhi)
🏢 Wadhwani AI
📍 Delhi