IGC Policy Economist (Cities)

LSE is committed to building a diverse, equitable and truly inclusive university Salary from £43,277 to £51,714 per annum with the potential to progress to £55,497 per annum inclusive of London allowance The International Growth Centre (IGC) works with policymakers in developing countries to promote inclusive and sustainable growth through pathbreaking research. We are a global research centre with a network of world-leading researchers, country teams across Africa, South Asia, and the Middle East, and a set of global policy initiatives. Based at London School of Economics (LSE) and in partnership with the University of Oxford, we are majority funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) with support from other global funders. We focus on four themes: state effectiveness; firms, trade, and productivity; cities; and energy and environment. Cities that Work (CtW) is an IGC initiative that co-generates policy relevant research on urban economics and translates that research into clear urban policy guidance and support for policymakers. Over the past three years, CtW has undertaken significant impact-driven collaborations with several policymakers, including Mayors and Ministers, to support evidence-based urban policy reforms. The initiative is driven by the priorities of cities, with close feedback and direction from researchers, policymakers, and practitioners. Key responsibilities include generating research projects, conducting policy analyses, organising and participating in events and training workshops, and engaging with partner governments and our network of researchers. The essential skills we are looking for include: a demonstrated understanding and experience of economic research and policy issues relating to cities; a proven track record of working with policymakers on urban issues in low & middle-income countries (LMICs); a Master’s degree in economics, public policy, or related technical disciplines by date of application; demonstrated ability to construct clear and concise arguments which translate research into policy recommendations; the willingness to travel to Africa, Asia and Middle East, and engage with country teams and stakeholders in these regions; demonstrated ability to prioritise and manage multiple projects a proven track record of working independently and taking initiative  This is a full-time open-ended appointment to 30 September 2026, with any extension subject to funding. It is based at the IGC Head Office within LSE London.  We offer an occupational pension scheme, generous annual leave and excellent training and development opportunities. For this post, we may be able to offer visa sponsorship to the successful candidate. A webinar with IGC leadership will be held on Monday 25th August 2025 at 1pm BST, to describe the vision, goals, and criteria of this role. To register, please sign up using the below link: https://lse.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_jfryZs9MQ0ipPvSmdX9i7g For further information about the post, please see the how to apply document, job description and the person specification and go to www.theigc.org/about/careers. To apply for this post, please click the 'Apply' button above.  If you have any technical queries with applying on the online system, please use the “contact us” links at the bottom of the LSE Jobs page. Should you have any queries about the role, please email v.s.delbridge@lse.ac.uk. The closing date for receipt of applications is: 23:59 hours (GMT) on Sunday, 31st August 2025. Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications.