Grade: Executive Officer (EO)
Reporting to: Senior Policy Analyst
Employing Authority: Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC)
Location: Dublin 1
Closing Date: 12 noon, Thursday 18th February 2021
Role Summary
The CCPC is seeking to recruit a Policy Analyst to work in the Policy and International Division. This role and the Division’s work is firmly rooted in the CCPC’s statutory function to conduct research and advise policy-makers in relation to consumer protection and competition matters. The Division delivers against the CCPC’s Strategic Goal 3: ‘We will be a leading voice in representing the interests of consumers and promoting competition. This is an opportunity for a high calibre candidate with policy and research experience, to join a growing multi-disciplinary team.
As a Policy Analyst, you will report to a Senior Policy Analyst and work closely with all of the Policy and International Division along with other CCPC colleagues. You will play a key role supporting the delivery of specific areas of the Divisional work plan which covers policy development, interaction with policy makers, market studies and market research.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in the monitoring of the external environment to identify opportunities for the CCPC to influence policy development and respond to issues of concern.
Researching and supporting the development of evidence based CCPC position papers on competition and consumer protection issues.
Researching and supporting the development of evidenced based CCPC positions in response to public consultations and Matters for Consideration by Government.
Assist in the development and implementation of Market Studies.
Considering and responding to consumer and business complaints.
Supporting engagement with key external stakeholders such as sectoral regulators, Government Departments and public representatives.
Undertaking operational duties to support the Division as appropriate.
Contribute to the development and achievement of the strategic goals of the organisation, in particular, participating in non-investigative cross-divisional projects as required.
Technical and Professional Requirements
Essential:
Third level qualification in economics, law, social science or other relevant discipline
Proven ability to work in a busy environment, engage on multiple, concurrent policy projects and meet fixed reporting deadlines
Proven ability to research, collate, analyse and present information from a range of sources in a clear, balanced and concise manner
Proven ability to successfully engage with internal and external stakeholders
Strong team-working skills
Track record of being a self-starter with a strong results orientation and ability to meet demanding deadlines
Competencies
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How to Apply
1. Download the Job Information Booklet and Selection Process Guide below:
Selection Process Guide (Download)
Job Information Booklet (Download)
2. As per selection process guides we are looking for Cover letter (No more than one A4 page) & Up to date CV to be uploaded as part of the process. These must be uploaded as one document to the link below:
Closing Date
Closing date for applications is 12 noon, Thursday 18th February 2021