Analyst, Policy and Research - Walk Free (based in London, UK)

Company Description

About Us

Minderoo Foundation is a modern philanthropic organisation. We take on tough, persistent issues with the potential to drive massive change. We incubate ideas and accelerate impact. We push the limits of what is believed possible.

Minderoo Foundation is independent, forward thinking and seeks effective, scalable solutions. We are proudly Australian, and one of Asia’s largest philanthropies. 

Minderoo’s Gender & Equality Focus Area is committed to forging a future where all people realise their inherent freedom and equality. Strengthening partnerships is critical to achieve this. Guided by the 2030 Strategy, Gender Equality is focused on ending the egregious human rights abuses of modern slavery and gender-based violence, shifting harmful social norms and legislative barriers to gender equality, and creating new economic opportunities that will empower women from the boardroom to the factory floor. Although Walk Free will continue to work globally, all four bodies of work will prioritise Australia and the Asia-Pacific region. 
Walk Free is an international human rights group working to accelerate the end of all forms of modern slavery. Walk Free is the creator of the Global Slavery Index, the world's most comprehensive data set on modern slavery. We use this data to mobilise powerful forces for change against these human rights abuses. We work with governments and regulators, businesses and investors, and faith and community leaders to drive systems change and we partner directly with frontline organisations to impact the lives of those vulnerable to modern slavery. We work with survivors to build the movement to end modern slavery, recognising that lived experience is expertise and they are central to identifying lasting solutions.

Job Description

About the Opportunity

This opportunity is based in London, United Kingdom.

Reporting to the Manager, Policy. This exciting newly created role will support the Walk Free team in London, UK, by conducting research on the scale, nature, and responses to modern slavery around the world and translating evidence into advocacy targeting government, the private sector, investors, and faith leaders.

This role will require you to (but is not limited to):

• Undertaking research and analysis on key issues and policies relevant to modern slavery globally and in the Arab States and other regions as required.
• Maintain oversight over regionally specific research and advocacy in the Arab States, in line with Walk Free strategy.
• Manage, implement and support Walk Free projects. 
• Write and prepare background documents, briefings, reports, talking points, op-eds, speeches on key issues and new policy developments on modern slavery issues.
• Develop, maintain and manage relationships as required for delivery of projects including regional stakeholder management.
• Provide administrative support, including managing the Walk Free inbox and external inquiries.
• Represent Walk Free at various forums.

Qualifications

About You

The successful candidate will have a data driven approach, strong problem-solving and analytical skills, and an ability to translate complex research into persuasive advocacy.

• Proven experience in social policy programs of work.
• Experience in conducting legislative and policy research, drafting advocacy collateral and conducting legislative and policy research.
• Demonstrable ability to build and manage trusted relationships with stakeholders to ensure programs of work are informed by expert voices, coalitions of support are built and initiatives are impactful.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organisational skills, including project management.
• Experience working in international and/or cross-cultural contexts.
• BA/BSC in international relations, international development, human rights or related field. MA/MSC would be highly regarded.

Candidates must have working rights to be able to work permanently in London, United Kingdom.

Additional Information

Next Steps

Please attach your resume and a cover letter explaining why you interested in this opportunity.

Applications close: Monday 26th August 2024

Please note we reserve the right to close applications early should a suitable candidate be identified.

Minderoo Foundation embraces Equal Opportunity and promotes diversity. We actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply.