Legislative & Policy Associate

Position : Legislative & Policy Associate

Location : On-site (Bihar)

Employment Type : Full-time

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 MLAs 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 MLAs office.

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

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

Required Qualifications & Skills

Education

Bachelors or Masters degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Law, Economics, Development Studies, or related fields.

Experience

14 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.