Political Researcher

6 months ago


Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia SEDAR Institute Full time

**VACANCY: POLITICAL RESEARCHER**

At SEDAR Institute, we work on political and public policy development in favor of a democratic, egalitarian, liberal, and progressive Malaysia for all Malaysians. We seek to spearhead ideologies that promote a solid foundation of political, social, and economic institutions.

JOB DETAILS
- Research assistant position at SEDAR Institute
- Full-time, with competitive remuneration and benefits
- Based in Cheras, Kuala Lumpur

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Supporting and coordinating the Institute’s research and advisory, stakeholder management, and team development activities.
- Carrying out desk and primary research on a wide variety of political and policy issues, as well as other topics as directed.
- Drafting and preparing analytical reports, meeting notes, memos.
- Supporting and representing SEDAR Institute at client and government meetings and workshops.
- Contributing to the growth of the office and the firm as a whole.

QUALIFICATIONS
- Malaysian national with excellent proficiency in English and Bahasa Malaysia. Proficiency in Mandarin Chinese is a plus.
- One or two years of relevant work experience, preferably in one of the following: government ministries or statutory boards, government affairs/relations, public affairs/relations and communications, legal, consulting, media/journalism, or think-tank/academia.
- Consideration is given to outstanding fresh graduates with relevant internship experience or academic specialisation.
- Knowledge and interest in political and socioeconomic issues and developments in Malaysia.
- Adept knowledge of the functioning and protocol of the Malaysian Government is a value-add.
- Strong time-management skills and ability to multi-task.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: RM2,700.00 - RM3,000.00 per month

**Benefits**:

- Free parking
- Maternity leave
- Opportunities for promotion
- Parental leave
- Professional development

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- On call

Supplemental pay types:

- 13th month salary
- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Kuala Lumpur: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

Application Question(s):

- Is your degree related to the social sciences? (e.g., Political Science, Public Policy, Communications, International Relations)


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