Senior Manager, Policy & Insights (China) [China]

 

Introduction:

Economist Impact combines the rigour of a think tank with the creativity of a media brand to engage global decision makers on the critical economic and policy issues facing our world. As part of The Economist Group, our mission is to open debate, broaden perspectives and catalyse progress through evidence-based insight. We are seeking a Senior Manager based in Beijing to work with an internationally-focused and diverse research team.

Our Policy & Insights team works with leading organisations to deliver research and content programmes to drive change on the world’s most pressing issues. Our four core thematic practice areas include: (1) Globalisation, Trade & Finance; (2) Sustainability, Climate Change & Natural Resources; (3) Technology and Society and 4) Public Health.

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As Senior Manager you will drive research and consulting projects and develop thought leadership to support client engagements. You will manage small and highly-productive project teams to deliver high-quality work to tight timelines. You will demonstrate intellectual leadership in your areas of expertise and work with clients to generate ideas and create impact.

Accountabilities:

How you will contribute:

• Develop quantitative and qualitative methodologies to generate new analytical insights on key policy and research questions; develop project proposals
• Manage workstreams and provide well informed direction to project teams
• Ensure quality of project deliverables and provide constant feedback to team members
• Generate thought leadership on public policy issues
• Present research findings at client meetings and events
• Support client development teams in identifying new clients, donors or funding sources; grow existing accounts and deepen client relationships
• Manage a team of 3-6 managers and analysts, including on project work and as a mentor and personal development coach
• Support Regional Head in regional planning initiatives and ongoing management tasks

Experience, skills and professional attributes:

The ideal skills for the role are:

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  University degree in international relations, political science, economics or other public policy-related discipline
• Intimate knowledge of current affairs and public policy issues relating to Economist Impact’s four practice areas (see above), notably as they pertain to China
• 7 years’ experience in a public policy-focused role in a research, journalistic, consulting or advocacy organisation and at least 2 years’ experience in managing people
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including demonstrated ability to translate complex analysis into accessible content
• Excellent reasoning skills; ability to accurately formulate problem statements and develop methodologies to address critical research questions
• Client management experience; comfortable with client interaction and interest in building relationships
• Proven ability to motivate and supervise project teams, especially under tight deadlines
• Native-level fluency in either English or Mandarin, with excellent working knowledge of the other

Any of the following qualifications would be a plus:

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  Graduate degree in international relations, political science, economics or other public policy-related discipline
• Experience in developing new clients, donors or funding sources in research/consulting
• Data analysis skills (either statistical analysis or computer programming)
• English-language editing skills developed through formal editorial training

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