Researcher/Policy Analyst Institute of International & European Affairs

Researcher/Policy Analyst
The Institute of International and European Affairs, a leading independent think-tank based in Dublin, Ireland, is seeking a full-time policy analyst/ researcher for the following research areas: Digital Future and Justice.  The researcher will report to the Director of Research as part of a research team.

To apply for this position please send a CV and covering letter with the subject line  "Policy Analyst/ Researcher – Application” to Fionnuala Keane at jobs@iiea.com by Wednesday 3 October.
Please read Responsibilities, Requirements and Application details below.

Responsibilities:
The main responsibilities of this position include:

• Tracking Policy actions and proposals in the policy area from the European Council, European Commission, European Parliament, Court of Justice of the EU. In the case of the Digital Future Group, interest in and awareness of the impact of the Digital Revolution on the media industry, knowledge of regulatory proposals at European and international level, and familiarity with emerging trends in the digital area and publications.
• Providing weekly briefing notes on developments in the policy area and contributing to publications/writing policy papers;
• Tracking all developments in the area by collating and analysing information from various sources;
• Organising programme of keynote addresses and workshops with high-level policy makers and thought leaders as part of the IIEA's events programme.
•  Liaising with policy working group chair and members and minuting meetings

Requirements:

•  1st class or high 2.1 post-graduate degree in related field such as Law, Political Economy, Political Science or European Studies;
•  Work experience in related field
• Excellent research and writing skills
• Attention to detail, accuracy and efficiency
• Ability to multitask and strong organisational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to deal with high-level dignitaries
• Editing and proofing skills;

Application details:

The placement will be for an initial period of one year with six weeks probationary period. Position available immediately. Please state your availability in your cover letter.

To apply please for this position please send a CV and covering letter with the subject line  "Policy Analyst/ Researcher – Application” to Fionnuala Keane at jobs@iiea.com by Wednesday 3 October 2012.
EuroPass CVs are strongly discouraged.