Legislative & Policy Associate

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About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and research-driven Legislative & Policy Associate to work closely with the office of a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA). The selected candidate will support policy research, legislative procedures, documentation, and strategic development initiatives.

on-ground, on-site role, requiring the candidate to be based at the MLA’s designated location (to be communicated during the final stages of selection). The role offers a unique opportunity to contribute directly to governance, public policy, and constituency development.

Key Responsibilities

1. Legislative Research & Analysis

•⁠ ⁠Conduct thorough research on legislative procedures, rules of the Assembly, and ongoing bills.

•⁠ ⁠Prepare briefing notes, issue papers, and talking points for legislative sessions.

•⁠ ⁠Track policy developments, government schemes, relevant notifications and emerging issues.

2. Policy Development & Documentation

•⁠ ⁠Assist in drafting new policy frameworks and program concepts.

•⁠ ⁠Prepare white papers, research documents, and recommendations based on evidence and data.

•⁠ ⁠Evaluate existing policies and suggest improvements.

3. Constituency & Governance Support

•⁠ ⁠Analyse key constituency issues, development indicators, and grievance patterns.

•⁠ ⁠Assist in planning and monitoring constituency-level projects and initiatives.

•⁠ ⁠Coordinate with officials, partners, consultants, and other relevant stakeholders.

4. Communication, Documentation & Coordination

•⁠ ⁠Draft speeches, reports, letters, and presentations for the MLA’s office.

•⁠ ⁠Work collaboratively with teams handling outreach, field operations, and communication.

•⁠ ⁠Prepare periodic updates, dashboards, and insights for decision-making.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Education

•⁠ ⁠Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Law, Economics, Development Studies, or related fields.

Experience

•⁠ ⁠1–4 years of relevant experience in public policy, governance, legislative work, research, or development sector preferred.

•⁠ ⁠Exceptional freshers may also be considered.

Skills

•⁠ ⁠Strong analytical and policy research abilities.

•⁠ ⁠Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (knowledge of Hindi or regional languages preferred).

•⁠ ⁠Understanding of legislative processes, governance structures, and public administration.

•⁠ ⁠Ability to work on-ground with multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

•⁠ ⁠Proficiency in MS Office / Google Workspace; data analysis skills are an advantage.

Key Attributes

•⁠ ⁠High integrity and commitment to public service.

•⁠ ⁠Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage field-level engagements.

•⁠ ⁠Attention to detail and problem-solving mindset.

•⁠ ⁠Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

What We Offer

•⁠ ⁠Opportunity to work closely with an elected representative on high-impact governance initiatives.

•⁠ ⁠Chance to contribute to meaningful policy, legislative work, and constituency transformation.

• •⁠ ⁠A dynamic environment with significant learning exposure.