[CivicAccess-discuss] Job Announcement: Open Government Policy Analyst - Center for Effective Government

[Tracey P. Lauriault]

FYI: http://www.foreffectivegov.org/opengovpolicyanalyst
Job Announcement: Open Government Policy Analyst

The *Center for Effective Government* seeks a *Policy Analyst* to join its
Open Government Program. The Open Government Program advocates for
proactive government disclosure of timely, useful information that empowers
people to participate in democracy and to safeguard the well-being of their
families and communities. The Policy Analyst will work to increase access
to public information through improved implementation of the Freedom of
Information Act, greater transparency of government spending, expanded
disclosure of open government data, and more user-friendly public
websites.

For more than 30 years, the Center for Effective Government has been at the
forefront of fighting for social justice and the public interest.
Nationally known and impactful beyond its size, the Center strives for an
open, effective government that invests in the common good, protects people
and the environment, and advances the national priorities defined by an
active, informed citizenry. We build broad-based coalitions to advance
these values, create tools to encourage citizen participation in our
government, work with policymakers to develop reform proposals, and publish
research reports. This work is widely used by partners and allies, and it
has been featured by MSNBC, CNN, C-SPAN, NPR, USA Today, the Wall Street
Journal, The New York Times, The Washington Post, prominent online outlets
such as The Huffington Post, and a wide selection of regional, state, and
local papers, radio outlets, and television stations.

*Job Overview*

The Policy Analyst reports to Center for Effective Government’s Director of
Open Government Policy.  Responsibilities include:

   - Monitoring and analyzing developments in public policies related to
   open government, with emphasis on the Freedom of Information Act, spending
   transparency, and environmental and regulatory data.
   - Researching and writing blog posts, articles, and analysis related to
   these issue areas.
   - Developing research projects and drafting reports, factsheets, and
   papers.
   - Communicating relevant news, analyses, and statements to the media,
   policymakers, partner organizations, and other audiences through press
   releases, interviews, briefings, and op-eds.
   - Advocating for the development and effective implementation of strong
   open government policies; this involves interacting with staff at federal
   agencies and responding to Congressional staff.
   - Representing the Center for Effective Government at meetings,
   briefings, hearings, and other relevant events.
   - Participating in strategic planning and project development.
   - Coordinating work with coalition partners and conducting outreach to
   stakeholders around open government and government accountability issues.
   - Other duties as assigned.

*Qualifications*

Candidates must have at least a bachelor’s degree and should have at least
two years of relevant post-college work experience; an advanced degree is
preferred.  Candidates should have excellent analytic capacities; strong
research skills; excellent writing skills, and an interest in open
government issues.  He or she should be intellectually curious, able to
work independently, and value input from colleagues.  The successful
candidate will be positive, open, flexible, and enjoy mastering new subject
areas and skills.  Experience conducting advocacy, communicating with the
media, and working with coalitions is preferred.  The position is based in
our Washington, DC office.

*Salary & Benefits*

Salary is commensurate with relevant experience, in the $36K-$45K range.
The Center for Effective Government’s competitive benefits package includes
health care and dental coverage, paid vacation and sick leave, a retirement
plan, long-term disability insurance and access to Metro SmartBenefits.

*How to Apply*

Email the following to Sean Moulton, Director of Open Government Policy, at
hiring at foreffectivegov.org
<hiring at foreffectivegov.org?subject=Open%20Government%20Policy%20Analyst>:

   - A compelling cover letter explaining your interest in the position,
   our organization, and your recent salary history;
   - Resume; and
   - Writing sample (no longer than four pages).

Please mention where you saw our job advertised.

*The Center for Effective Government is an equal opportunity employer and
encourages minority applicants and veterans to apply.  We do not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin,
religion, sex, age, handicap, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or veteran
status.*





Gavin Baker

Open Government Policy Analyst

Center for Effective Government <http://www.foreffectivegov.org/> (formerly
OMB Watch)

gbaker at foreffectivegov.org

Phone: (202) 683-4834

Twitter: @opengavin <http://twitter.com/opengavin>

LinkedIn: gavinrbaker <http://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinrbaker>




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