Volunteer Policy Analyst

Responsibilities

• Policy Research: Conduct research on local, national, and international policies affecting the transgender community, including healthcare access, legal rights, employment discrimination, and social services.
• Legislative Advocacy: Monitor legislative developments related to transgender rights and work to influence policymakers through advocacy meetings, public hearings, and legislative advocacy strategies.
• Design and implement research methodologies, including surveys, interviews, and data analysis
• Maintain and manage databases, literature reviews, and policy tracking systems
• Conduct in-depth research on public policy issues using qualitative and quantitative methods
• Translate complex data and legal/policy language into clear, accessible summaries
• Develop models, forecasts, or scenario analyses to project policy outcomes

Qualifications

• Passion for social justice and a commitment to advancing transgender rights and equality.
• Strong understanding of issues affecting the transgender community, including healthcare access, legal rights, employment discrimination, and social stigma.
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team environment.
• Experience in advocacy, community organizing, or related fields is preferred but not required.