Migration Policy Institute Hiring Associate Policy Analyst – Remote Worldwide

ApplyNOW; Washington, Northern (District of Columbia, KY); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Job summary

The Migration Policy Institute (MPI) invites applications for a full-time Associate Policy Analyst to support empirical research and comparative analysis on migration policy topics within the Global Program.

Based in Washington, DC or remote worldwide, the role offers opportunities to contribute to MPI publications, develop ideas, and engage in policy advising and convenings.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with 3–5 years of direct experience.
• Strong research and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver in-depth policy analysis with clear interpretations and actionable recommendations, and help shape the methodology behind new research projects.
• Draft and edit background notes, analytical reports, policy briefs, and other research materials with minimal supervision and under tight deadlines.
• Contribute to and co-author MPI publications and short-form work, with opportunities to single- or lead-author policy briefs as experience grows.
• Assist senior staff with fundraising and grant management, including contributing to grant proposals and reports and researching prospective funding opportunities.
• Support the organization of high-level roundtables and private meetings, including developing agendas and concept notes, liaising with participants, and briefing speakers.
• In time and with support, engage with the news media.

Education

Master's degree with 3–5 years of direct experience

Job description

Migration Policy Institute Hiring Associate Policy Analyst - Remote Worldwide

The Migration Policy Institute (MPI) is hiring a full-time Associate Policy Analyst - Global Program to support comparative research and analysis on migration policy challenges around the world.

The Institute seeks to improve immigration and integration policies through authoritative research and analysis, opportunities for learning and dialogue, and the development of new ideas to address complex policy questions.

MPI is committed to recruiting , hiring, developing, and retaining staff at all levels who reflect a breadth of experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives in the countries where it works.

The Institute promotes diversity of thought and an inclusive, equitable environment.

About the Global Program

MPI's Global Program acts as a policy laboratory for innovative, evidence-based, and politically feasible solutions to migration policy challenges.

Its work covers direct policy advice and comparative research on migration policy design and effectiveness, demographic, economic and technological changes, crisis response, and emerging migration challenges.

The program has an established portfolio of projects in Latin America, East Africa, and Europe, with emerging work in South and Southeast Asia, the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, and Australia.

About the Associate Policy Analyst Role

The Global Program is seeking a full-time Associate Policy Analyst to support rigorous empirical research and comparative analysis on a range of migration policy topics.

Job Title: Associate Policy Analyst - Global Program
Job Location: Washington, D.C., United States / Remote worldwide considered
Closing Date: September 30, 2026, at 5 p.m. Eastern Time
Work Format: Full-time; office-based in Washington, D.C., with worldwide remote work considered

These include the impact of demographic change on labor markets, the future of refugee protection, and managing climate-related migration.

The position provides opportunities to contribute to MPI publications, develop research ideas, support new projects, participate in policy advising and convenings, and contribute to high-level policy discussions.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Associate Policy Analyst will:

• Deliver in-depth policy analysis with clear interpretations and actionable recommendations, and help shape the methodology behind new research projects.
• Draft and edit background notes, analytical reports, policy briefs, and other research materials with minimal supervision and under tight deadlines.
• Contribute to and co-author MPI publications and short-form work, with opportunities to single- or lead-author policy briefs as experience grows.
• Assist senior staff with fundraising and grant management, including contributing to grant proposals and reports and researching prospective funding opportunities.
• Support the organization of high-level roundtables and private meetings, including developing agendas and concept notes, liaising with participants, and briefing speakers.
• In time and with support, engage with the news media.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Candidates should have:

• A master's degree with 3–5 years of direct experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to collect and make sense of large volumes of data from primary and secondary sources, surveys, and/or fieldwork.

Post Job Openings

• Experience conducting original quantitative analysis using statistical programming software is a plus, though not required.
• Knowledge of international migration trends and policies, with specific expertise in one or more countries outside the United States preferred, particularly in Africa, Latin America, or Europe.
• Sharp writing and oral communication skills.
• Comfort with public speaking and/or the ability to visualize, present, and explain data effectively is a plus.
• High motivation and initiative, with the ability to juggle multiple assignments, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving environment.
• Curiosity and willingness to read widely and bring new thinking or methods from other policy areas.

Salary and Benefits

The position is based out of MPI's Washington, D.C. office, with worldwide remote work considered for the right candidate.

The starting pay range for an Associate Policy Analyst based in the United States is $62,000 to $67,000, with pay commensurate with skills and experience.

MPI also offers a generous benefits package for full-time U.S.-based employees.

For remote appointments, employment arrangements, benefits, and compensation will be reviewed and agreed based on the candidate's location, experience, and local employment regulations.