The Center for Global Development (CGD) is an independent, non-partisan, non-profit policy research organization in Washington, DC and London, UK that focuses on the issues and institutions that are critical to inclusive development. Through rigorous empirical research and active engagement with the global policy community, we focus on the intersections between the policy and financial priorities of low- and middle-income countries and the governments, institutions, and corporations that can be partners in delivering greater progress.

The Center is seeking a Senior Fellow for a new initiative on jobs, firms, and growth. The Senior Fellow will work on issues of labor markets and firms to promote growth and development. They will define and undertake their own agenda of creative, policy-oriented research.

The Senior Fellow’s principal responsibilities will include:

Design and lead cutting edge research that informs policy debates.
Conduct research to advance knowledge and policy on jobs, firms and growth. Topics could include constraints to firm growth, productivity, innovation, competitiveness, and human capital, among others.
Engage in related policy outreach activities, including speaking engagements, blogging, and interacting at a high level with key individuals and groups in the donor and technical communities.
Lead or participate in expert group consultations and working groups.
Publish blogs, papers, policy briefs, and/or short commentaries targeted to policymakers, academics, and CGD’s public audience.
Track and respond to research and policy developments in relevant areas.
Review and support CGD colleagues’ research and analysis in relevant areas.
Supervise and help professionally develop research assistants and coordinators.
Engage and contribute to CGD’s wider initiatives around diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as playing a key part in creating a culture which aligns with our mission and values.

The successful candidate ideally possesses the following qualifications:

A doctoral degree in economics or a related field.
Strong publication track record.
Experience using research to influence policy, with measurable impacts.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as high level organizational skills;
Ability to work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team while remaining individually accountable for delivering on research agenda.
Successful track record in mobilizing grant funding is a plus.

Closing date: Friday, Sept 26 at 11:59 PM ET.

Salary range: $180,000 -$190,000. Salary commensurate with education, skillset, and experience.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and a short writing sample (preferably a piece of original research).

The organization is working hybrid will all staff required to be in the office three days per week. CGD is registered to employ staff living in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Candidates must be able to live and work in one of these locations to be considered.

In compliance with United States federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document upon hire. CGD will sponsor United States work authorization for this position. Any offer of employment requiring sponsored work authorization is contingent on CGD and the candidate’s ability to successfully petition for and secure the necessary work visa(s).

Read about CGD’s benefits package here.

CGD/E is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and celebrates fostering a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive work environment. All persons will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, parental status, veteran status, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age or sexual orientation.

Senior Fellow – Jobs, Firms and Growth

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