Strategy, Research & Policy Expert

Strategy, Policy & Research Expert

Contract Type: 1-Year Contract (Extendable)

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a Strategy, Policy & Research Expert to establish and lead an infrastructure-focused think tank function. The role will drive policy research, market intelligence, and strategic insights to support senior leadership in decision-making, thought leadership, and long-term strategic positioning.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and shape the research agenda and operating framework for the think tank.
• Conduct research on infrastructure trends, policy developments, market dynamics, and competitiveness.
• Prepare policy papers, white papers, benchmarking studies, strategic briefs, and recommendation reports.
• Monitor developments across infrastructure, logistics, trade, investment, regulation, and economic competitiveness.
• Build research frameworks and intelligence repositories to support evidence-based decision-making.
• Translate complex research into actionable insights for senior stakeholders.
• Engage with regulators, industry experts, consultants, investors, and research institutions.
• Support leadership with thought leadership content, speeches, and strategic briefing materials.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Economics, Business, International Relations, Engineering, Urban Planning, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in strategy, policy, research, consulting, infrastructure, or a related domain.
• Proven experience in developing research-driven reports and strategic recommendations for senior stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, research, writing, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.