Policy and Research Intern at Nextier Capital Limited

Job Description

• Nextier SPD seeks to engage the services of a Policy and Research Intern.
• The Intern will work within a team of other interns, analysts, and consultants to support seniors within the firm to achieve business or organizational target.

Responsibilities
The Policy and Research Intern will:

• Source and post relevant news articles and host daily analysis on organisation’s website
• Reading up articles from policy journals, research institutes, think tanks, to develop an objective mind efficient enough for team productivity.
• Manage organisations Mail chimp account.
• Handle publicity on social media platforms particularly twitter and Facebook.
• Proofread organisation’s policy briefs.
• Host weekly media publications.
• Act as correspondence via SPD email and phone calls with clients, guests, partners, etc.
• Provide support in any other capacity required.

Requirements
The ideal candidate must have the following minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Political Science, Sociology, Statistics, International Relations, or any other related qualifications with 2:1 and above
• 1-2 years' experience working on policy briefs or in a research related role.
• Adeptness with social media and digital marketing tools
• Proficient in Microsoft office packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access)
• Dedicated team player
• Demonstrated interest in governance, policy research
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Demonstrated leadership abilities
• Self-starter with strong analytical skills and a problem-solving attitude.
• Must be confident and articulate.
• Must be decisive, action-centered and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must pay attention to details
• Able to develop ideas and processes and clearly express them.