What does the Busara Center do?

Busara implements research for organizations around the world, ranging from qualitative in-depth studies to lab experiments to large-scale randomized control trials. In addition, Busara’s advisory arm works with governments, non-profit organizations and private sector enterprises on improving their policies and products: Through incorporating insights from behavioral economics, we help organizations understand decision-making and enable them and the people they serve to make better and more informed choices.

Role Purpose Statement:
The Policy Communications Officer will support the policy, advocacy, and communication strategy for governance-focused projects at Busara. Reporting directly to the Engagement Director, this role's main objectives will be amplifying the impact of our work through effective communication, outreach, and dissemination; and increasing the influence and impact of our research among decision-makers and key stakeholders. In addition, the Policy Communications Officer will support the implementation of advocacy initiatives in collaboration with some of Busara's key clients.

The Policy Communications Officer will be responsible for maintaining consistent and compelling messaging for the research projects in the portfolio. The Policy Communications Officer will take the lead in addressing communication requirements for the Governance portfolio, including preparing and updating various communication outputs, leading communication needs for governance projects events, and liaising with Busara’s internal teams, particularly Voice & Impact on project communications.

Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities