PRS Legislative Research
PRS is a leading research group with the mission to strengthen India’s democracy by helping Parliament and state assemblies be more effective. These institutions make laws, hold the governments accountable and allocate public funds. It is important that they have information and analysis to perform their functions well, and that citizens have channels of engaging with their elected representatives
One of the focus areas of PRS is to make the working of legislatures more accessible to the general public. The goal is to increase citizen engagement with the core democratic institutions. Over the years, PRS has created modules that track the parliamentary work of each MP, the work done in each session of Parliament, and is expanding this work to state legislative assemblies. PRS is looking to hire an Analyst/Associate Analyst, who will drive and expand this work.
Core responsibilities:
The candidate is expected to collate and manage data on working of legislatures and various policies, prepare analytical notes, and communicate the analysis to a wide audience. The candidate should have a background in data sciences, and should be well-versed with at least one programming language among Python, Java, C++ and Javascript. It is essential to have prior experience in data scraping, analysis and visualisation.
The role is based in Delhi and may require travel for research and dissemination of research. The position reports to the Head of Research.
Abilities required:
(a) Strong analytical skills; (b) Good quantitative skills with an ability to analyse and represent data accurately; (c) Good writing and communication skills; (d) Ability to work independently while being a team player; (e) Ability to multi-task and deliver quality work in a timely way; (f) Objective thinking and openness to ideas.
Qualifications sought:
For Data Analyst - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science or related fields with 2-3 years of relevant work experience, or a Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science or related fields.
For Associate Analyst: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science or related fields. Others meeting the skill requirements are also encouraged to apply.
Emoluments offered:
Flexible depending on qualifications and ability.
Application details:
(i) Cover Letter that addresses a) Why you think PRS is a place you should build a career at, and b) How your qualifications and skills will contribute to the work of PRS
(ii) an updated CV
