SENIOR POLICY ANALYST, ECONOMICS PROGRAM

The Centre for Independent Studies (CIS), Australia’s foremost independent public policy think tank is seeking an economist to join our Economics program.  This position will suit a person with a strong interest in promoting market-based solutions for public policy and is looking for the next step in their career. Our work is both rigorous and practical and the person we are looking for will be able to drive a research project, engage with the media and policy community to communicate the findings and propel changes in thinking on important policy issues.

The full-time position is based in Sydney. 

Role and Responsibilities

• Work with other CIS researchers on our TARGET30 research program.  Current areas of interest are infrastructure, labour market, health economics, welfare spending, regulation, environment, population, taxation, federalism and trade.
• Undertake research projects and develop evidence based policy recommendations presented in multiple formats (reports, commentary and multimedia)
• Communicate the research work to CIS supporters, business, government and the general public through public presentations and speeches.
• Articulate CIS policy positions through media appearances and interviews on television and radio
• Write opinion pieces for hard copy and online newspapers and blogs
• Contribute articles to CIS publications such as Policy magazine and our web-based newsletter ‘ideas’
• Engage with supporters on Facebook and Twitter
• Ability to work well within a small team.

 Qualifications and Background

• Degree in Economics or related discipline
• Previous writing experience, including opinion pieces, journal articles or online publications (ideally substantive research-based pieces)
• Experience working in academia, business, government, volunteer sector or in think tanks
• Strong interest in contributing to the debate around public policy issues
• Strong communication skills particularly with media
• Good analytical skills
• A genuine interest and understanding of the philosophical direction of The Centre for Independent Studies

 Conditions

• Salary will be commensurate with experience – up to $85,000 plus super
• Interstate or overseas applicants must be able to move to Sydney
• The position will be reviewed on a yearly basis and is dependent on ongoing funding.

 Applications close on Monday 22 July

Written emailed applications only.  Please include a cover letter addressing the position criteria, your CV and three referees. 

Send to:   Jenny Lindsay, General Manager
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MULTI MEDIA CO-ORDINATOR

The Centre for Independent Studies (CIS) is Australia’s leading independent think tank dealing with economic, foreign and social policy issues. We have a part-time position available that would suit an enthusiastic, organised, multi-talented individual. 

The newly created position will be responsible for the development and production of audio visual / multimedia content for our organisation. Currently, this includes audio interviews, podcasting, promotional videos and lectures.

This role will involve setting up, operating and maintaining all audiovisual and multimedia equipment.  In addition to filming lectures, conferences, interviews and promotional videos, you will edit multimedia material and load the material on to YouTube and our website.  You would also record podcasts, edit lectures for audio footage, download CIS staff TV and radio interviews to add to our website and in general take control of any CIS multimedia opportunities.

In addition to the audio-visual component, the ideal candidate will be able to assist in the management of our website, online multimedia content and our computer network and database.

The successful candidate would also be able to problem solve IT issues and look for additional ways to improve and streamline our computer management services.

Candidates must have:

• A strong audio visual background including experience working in an audio visual environment
• A sound working knowledge of a wide range of audio, vision and lighting equipment, as well as its maintenance, cabling and operation
• Flexibility in relation to working hours as you will be required to work some evenings
• A professional attitude
• Great attention to detail and be a mature, well-organised self-starter
• The ability to work well in a small team
• Self motivation
• An interest in the news and Australian public policy.

Desired skills:

• HTML / CSS coding and computer management skills and experience
• A relevant qualification in audio-visual, computer or electronics
• A creative flair when envisaging, filming and editing multimedia content.

This is a great opportunity to work in an intellectually stimulating environment where ideas that change Australian public policy are developed. This unique organisation is situated close to public transport and the Crows Nest shopping area.

Conditions

• Salary will be commensurate with experience – up to $65,000 - $70,000 plus super pro-rated
• The candidate will work 3 days a week but the hours could be spread over four days (Monday – Thursday).
• The position is based in Sydney.

Applications close on Friday, July 19

Please send cover letter, sample of your work and CV to:
Jenny Lindsay, General Manager
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INTERNSHIPS
A small number of short-term unpaid internships are available throughout the year.  We are currently looking for interns interested in working on our WasteWatch blog.  We select interns on three main criteria:

1. That the intern is studying in a field that we have a research interest in.
2. That a mentor within the CIS is available to work with the intern. We have found that the experience is less than satisfactory on both sides if there isn't a real project to be worked on and real support for the intern.
3. That you are available to work at our office in St Leonards, Sydney

Please send your CV and a cover letter explaining why you would like to intern at the CIS.  We would also like to know your availability.  For your information we have have interns who have worked with us for 12-14 weeks for 1 day a week and others who have worked 2-3 days a week over a shorter period of time in holiday periods. 

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