Consultant Environment Policy

Job Description

We are looking for a Consultant and / or Researcher to join our growing environmental policy team. The role will sit in ICF's European Policy Research Evaluation and Strategy unit.

ICF provides independent policy research evaluation and analytical support to the Defra group and other UK public sector clients. We provide robust evidence and strategic support to policy‑makers and regulators using the latest research and evaluation methodologies, advanced data science and behavioural insights. We work on issues at the top of today's policy agenda including:

• Restoring biodiversity and natural capital
• Rural economy and agriculture
• Sustainable food production and agri‑food chain
• Addressing climate change and net zero
• Fresh water governance and policy
• Blue economy marine planning and biodiversity
• Sustainable fisheries

Evidencing the impact and providing recommendations to improve major funding programmes addressing biodiversity loss and climate change from nature‑based solutions to agricultural innovation.

Supporting the implementation of key legislation such as the UK Agriculture Act and UK Fisheries Act by providing social and economic research, behaviour‑change analysis and monitoring and evaluation for key new policies such as Environmental Land Management Schemes and Fisheries Management Plans.

Providing research evaluation and strategy consulting services to build understanding and recommendations on issues of environmental and institutional governance and regulation.

From day one you will contribute to a diverse range of assignments by undertaking qualitative and quantitative research and analysis that impacts directly on public policy.

• Undertake research and analysis
• Engage with stakeholders through the delivery of primary research
• Support managers through the coordination of projects and research tasks
• Help us to win new work by contributing to compelling research proposals

• Demonstrable interest and experience in a relevant policy area
• Degree, Masters degree or PhD in a relevant discipline
• Skills in policy analysis, social and economic research, environmental economics and/or data science
• Strong qualitative, quantitative and analytical skills
• Exceptional ability to write and communicate in English
• Strong organisational and collaborative working skills
• Highly‑developed interpersonal skills and self‑motivation

Working at ICF means applying a passion for meaningful work with intellectual rigor to help solve the leading issues of our day. We are a purpose‑driven company with a strong culture and underlying values that prize collaboration, diversity, mutual respect, innovation, open communication and opportunity for growth. Together our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are committed to creating a culture where we embrace our differences in ideas and identities. Together our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals.

Our people at ICF are our most important asset so we invest in them from the moment they arrive. When you join our team you'll have access to a vast array of benefits to help you live your life well.

We offer a hybrid working policy which will provide you with the flexibility to collaborate in the office as well as in the comfort of your own home, ensuring you are able to successfully deliver the requirements of your role.

To support you our employee wellbeing hub is designed to provide highly personalised support across a comprehensive range of wellbeing issues such as mind, body, finances, community, career programs and HR support.

We enjoy celebrating success which is why we have a competitive recognition programme called You Matter which awards points as a thank you for your work achievements. These can be spent on a large variety of high‑quality items as well as online or high‑street vouchers all with zero tax payable by the employee.

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