Job description
Join CivicSphere Consulting, a leading public sector advisory firm, to help cities and agencies design, implement, and evaluate policies that improve lives. This full-time role combines research, stakeholder engagement, and data-driven analysis to advance good governance in Washington, DC and beyond.
As a Public Policy Analyst, you will work on cross-department initiatives, transform complex data into actionable insights, and communicate findings to executives, city officials, and community partners.
Responsibility
- Conduct rigorous policy research and impact assessments to inform decision-making across municipal programs.
- Analyze data, prepare policy briefs, and present findings to stakeholders.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and evaluate programs.
- Monitor regulatory changes and ensure program compliance with laws and standards.
- Develop performance metrics, dashboards, and evaluation reports to track program success.
- Support budgeting processes and resource allocation for public initiatives.
- Engage with community partners and local agencies to gather input and build consensus.
- Prepare concise, actionable recommendations and executive summaries for leadership.
Qualification
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Political Science, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
- 3+ years of experience in public sector, government, or nonprofit contexts.
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills; proficiency in Excel, SQL, or data visualization tools.
- Experience in policy analysis, program evaluation, and performance management.
- Knowledge of budgeting, procurement, and regulatory processes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to present to diverse audiences.
- Strong project management and collaboration skills; ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) is a plus.