Policy Analyst (Government)
Research and analysis specialist within a ministry — develops policy options, evaluates programmes, and prepares Cabinet submissions.
Typical Salary
J$3M
to J$6M per year
Open Roles
120+
across Jamaica
Job Market
Growing
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Career Paths
Research Assistant→Policy Officer→Senior Policy Officer→Policy Analyst→Chief Policy Analyst
Salary Range in Jamaica
Mid
Entry: J$3MSenior: J$6M
Key Skills
Policy research
Data analysis
Cabinet submission writing
Stakeholder consultation
Legislation review
Economic modelling
Report writing
Presentation skills
Education
Minimum Entry
- BSc Economics, Public Policy, or Social Science
- Strong research & writing ability
Preferred
- MSc Public Policy, Economics, or Development Studies
- Quantitative research skills
Professional Qualifications
- Civil Service Commission appointment
- UWI/UTech postgraduate qualification
Market Trend
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