[Hiring] Policy Officer - Impact Investing @GSG Impact

Role Description

GSG Impact is seeking a junior-to-mid-level professional to join the Knowledge and Impact Practice team, supporting the delivery of its policy activities at both national and international levels. The role will combine applied policy research and knowledge-product development with technical support to National Partners, stakeholder engagement, and international advocacy.

The Policy Officer will contribute to advancing GSG Impact’s policy workstream, focusing on:

• Assisting National Partners to influence policy reform in their local markets.
• Supporting the development of practical knowledge products and tools for policymakers and regulators.
• Contributing to GSG Impact’s international policy advocacy activities.

This role is ideal for an early-career policy professional with a strong interest in using public policy and regulation to accelerate the growth of impact investing and the broader impact economy. The candidate will help move policy initiatives from initial research to delivery and dissemination, translating evidence into accessible policy tools for diverse audiences.

As part of GSG Impact’s matrix structure, the Policy Officer will collaborate with colleagues across various teams and interact with National Partners and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Economics, International Relations, Development Studies, Law or a related field.
• 2–4 years of relevant professional experience in public policy, preferably within the fields of international development, sustainable finance, impact investing or related areas.
• Demonstrated experience drafting research outputs, policy briefs, or project reports for policy or practitioner audiences.
• Strong research, writing, and organizational skills, with an eagerness to learn and the ability to handle multiple tasks under supervision.
• Full professional fluency in English (written and spoken).

Requirements

• Policy research and support for knowledge-product development.
• Technical support to GSG Impact’s National Partners.
• Stakeholder engagement, convening, and capacity-building.
• Policy advocacy.

Benefits

• Type of Contract: Consultant (fixed-term).
• Duration: 1 year (renewable).
• Dedication: Full-time equivalent (FTE).
• Compensation: $40,000 USD for the full duration of the contract.