Hybrid Policy & Research Director: Housing & Public Policy

Focus People; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 79,000; Part time

Job summary

Focus People is seeking a Senior Policy & Research Director to lead policy analysis and reporting on legislative and administrative changes. You will work with senior leadership to evaluate impacts and provide actionable recommendations, combining public housing authority experience with strong writing and communication skills.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in public policy research, affordable housing, and real estate development, with a track record mentoring analysts and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a relevant field.
• Advanced degree strongly preferred (MPA/MPP/JD).
• Significant experience in public policy research and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead analysis of legislation and policy impacts at national and local levels.
• Prepare timely analyses and actionable policy recommendations.
• Develop high-level reports, policy papers, and executive briefings.
• Mentor analysts and oversee research methodologies.
• Coordinate requests across internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Public policy research

Policy analysis

Executive writing

Stakeholder communication

Mentoring junior staff

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred (MPA/MPP/JD)

Job description

Focus People is seeking a Senior Policy & Research Director to lead policy analysis and reporting on legislative and administrative changes. You will work with senior leadership to evaluate impacts and provide actionable recommendations, combining public housing authority experience with strong writing and communication skills.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in public policy research, affordable housing, and real estate development, with a track record mentoring analysts and