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Policy Analyst, The Ambassador Alfred Hoffman, Jr. Center for Cr

Securing Americas Future Energ

Washington, DC | Full Time

$80k-106k (estimate)

6 Months Ago

Policy Analyst, The Ambassador Alfred Hoffman, Jr. Center for Cr

$80k-106k (estimate)

Full Time 6 Months Ago

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Policy Analyst, The Ambassador Alfred Hoffman, Jr. Center for Critical Minerals Strategy

The Opportunity

SAFE was founded in 2004 to reframe the debate on energy and increase awareness of the dangers of oil dependence and the need for more diverse sources of energy in transportation. Leading the conversation on energy and transportation policy, SAFE produces high-quality, fact-based analysis and policy recommendations for lawmakers, regulatory agencies, and the public with the goal of bolstering the economic and national security of the United States and its allies. Our organization convenes industry executives, policymakers, former military leaders, and other stakeholders to advance a range of initiatives in the energy, climate, and industrial policy realms.

SAFE’s Center for Critical Minerals Strategy is dedicated to building secure, sustainable, and ethical supply chains for electric vehicle batteries in North America. For more information, visit our site here.

Position Summary

The Policy Analyst is a contributing researcher and writer for SAFE’s Minerals Center team. This position is responsible for research, analysis, and writing across a variety of policy projects, reports, presentations, and memos. Issues of focus critical minerals supply chains, mineral economics, markets and trade, and new or innovative technologies impacting mineral extraction, transformation, and recovery. The Policy Analyst also contributes to SAFE’s external communications and supports administrative needs at the Minerals Center, as needed.

Responsibilities

1. Research and analysis: Conduct research; produce and edit Minerals Center publications (and/or sections thereof) on a variety of topics; collect and analyze data to observe and interpret trends in (for example) dual use applications for rare earths, supply chain gaps in the midstream, critical mineral project investment and trade flows, and automotive and energy industry dynamics.

2. Policy development: Contribute to the development of SAFE policy recommendations designed to strengthen the case for improving vehicle fuel economy, accelerating the development of alternative transportation fuels and autonomous vehicles, and enhancing the flexibility and robustness of global and domestic energy markets consistent with the organization’s mission.

3. Contribute to the Minerals Center presence: Contribute to the development of presentations, talking points, and other materials designed to increase SAFE’s public profile. Provide analysis and guidance to SAFE staff on policy issues and assist with the creation of Fuse articles and other content.

4. Provide administrative support: Assist in notetaking, the preparation of regularly scheduled meetings with partners, tracking relevant news clippings, event engagements, etc. as needed.

5. Organization representation: Attend external events as a representative of SAFE and the Minerals Center, raising awareness of SAFE’s work, and build relationships with relevant parties.

Professional Skills and Qualifications

Knowledge & Experience:

Education in or professional knowledge of global energy markets and/or domestic energy policy, transportation, and technology policy.
Education in or professional knowledge of economics and/or materials science or geology.
Professional experience (1-3 years) involving research, analysis, and writing on policy issues in energy, transportation, foreign policy, or domestic economics. A master’s degree may count toward the required experience.
Experience writing and publishing articles aimed at a policy audience.
Experience working with policymakers, including government officials, military officers, and business leaders.

Skills & Abilities:

Exceptional writing skills.
Strong mathematical and analytical skills. Data visualization skills preferred.
Demonstrated research skills incorporating a variety of sources and databases.
High computer proficiency, including but not limited to a good command of the Microsoft Office Suite (including a skilled knowledge of Excel). Familiarity with Adobe design products preferred.
A proven ability to work both as a member of a team on collaborative projects and as an independent writer and researcher.
A clear interest in the mission of SAFE.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree required.
Master’s degree or extensive relevant equivalent experience.
One or both degrees should be in a field relevant to the policy work performed at the Minerals Center, such as Economics, Political Science, Government, International Relations, Geology, or Materials Science.

Salary/Benefits

The opportunity garners a competitive salary and benefits package. The offer will be reflective of a candidate’s individual experience level within the range of $60,000 - $70,000. SAFE provides a generous health benefits package, 401K with 3% employer contribution and life insurance, as well as other benefits to be detailed in the offer. The individual will be based in Washington, D.C.

To Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter via SAFE’s Career Center.