Policy Research & Investigative Journalist
Location: Remote / Flexible (United States preferred) Job Type: Contract / Part-Time Pay: From $500 per week Expected Hours: Approximately 20 hours per week
About the Role
We are seeking a highly organised, analytical, and resourceful professional with experience in government, public policy, regulatory environments, investigative research, or journalism. This remote role is ideal for individuals with strong research and information-gathering skills who are interested in flexible, project-based work focused on US and international political, economic, regulatory, and public affairs topics. The successful candidate will support policy-focused research initiatives, conduct investigative research, identify credible subject-matter experts and sources, and coordinate short-term consulting and research projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct in-depth policy and investigative research on US domestic and international issues, including politics, economics, finance, and regulation
- Prepare briefing notes, research summaries, background documents, and actionable insights
- Identify, evaluate, and organise profiles of subject-matter experts and credible sources, particularly those with federal, state, regulatory, or industry experience
- Engage and manage professional contacts, experts, and research contributors
- Verify information and maintain high ethical and professional standards
- Coordinate short-term research and consultation projects across time zones
- Maintain clear communication regarding timelines, deliverables, and project updates
- Support research documentation, information management, and administrative coordination
- Maintain organised records of experts, sources, projects, and policy topics
Ideal Candidate We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in:
- US federal, state, or local government departments and agencies
- Public-sector or government-affiliated organisations
- Investigative journalism or political reporting
- Policy institutes, think tanks, or academic research units
- Regulatory bodies, trade associations, or political offices
- International development, global affairs, economics, finance, or public policy
- Expert sourcing, stakeholder engagement, or strategic research
Candidates with direct exposure to US public-sector processes, investigative reporting, policy development, or regulatory frameworks are strongly encouraged to apply.
Required Qualifications
- Strong research, analytical, and critical-thinking abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to obtain, verify, and analyse complex information
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities remotely
- High professional and ethical standards
Preferred Experience
- Investigative journalism or intelligence-style research
- Policy analysis, public affairs, or government relations
- Academic research or policy briefing preparation
- Expert sourcing, recruiting, or stakeholder coordination
- Project or programme coordination
- Established professional network within government, policy, media, or industry sectors
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to work on high-impact policy and investigative projects
- Flexible, fully remote work environment
- Collaborate with a professional and ethical international team
- Exposure to meaningful research across politics, economics, public affairs, and regulatory topics
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