Policy Analyst

at  ComReg

COMREG OVERVIEW

We are the statutory body responsible for regulating electronic communications, postal and premium rate services in Ireland. We are a professional, multi-disciplinary organisation, operating in a dynamic telecommunications environment that is constantly evolving. Our Mission - at the heart of everything we do - is to facilitate the development of a competitive communications sector in Ireland that attracts investment, encourages innovation and empowers consumers to choose and use communications services with confidence.

THE ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will be a versatile self-starter, with strong research, analytical and evaluation skills. A desire to add value to a great Consumer Policy Team and to the wider Retail Division is a must. The role includes the following:
Researching consumer protection provisions, approaches and policy issues, identifying key data/trends/developments and using this to suggest policy options and proposed measures
Managing relevant data and information collection
Assessing and developing ComReg policy through initiatives including survey and data analysis; economic and financial modelling; consumption usage and attitudes
Drafting ComReg consultation and decision papers, preparing reports and making presentations on policy matters both internally and externally
Collecting data on Irish service providers approach to the implementation of policy measures, obligations and benchmarking
Leading and delivering projects within the Consumer Policy unit or working with other teams within the Retail division
Working with cross divisional teams as required always sharing knowledge, expertise and learnings
Engaging constructively with internal and external stakeholders to further ComReg objectives in relation to end-user rights and protections
Assisting engagement with EU counterparts, other regulators, BEREC and government departments in relation to national and EU policy, market or industry developments
Maintaining an awareness of policy developments and best practice within the electronic communications sector - and closely associated sectors - both in Ireland and internationally

CORE COMPETENCIES & SKILLS FOR THE ROLE

In addition to your technical qualifications and experience, you will bring professional competencies and skills in the following core areas:
Analytical & Critical Thinking: Objectively analyses and evaluates information in order to identify patterns between situations that are not obviously related. Develops and clearly articulates solutions to complex problems.
Drafting: Uses a logical structure to draft documents. Communicates complex and technical information clearly and concisely. Ensures key messages are understood and have the desired impact on the target audience
Decision Making & Judgement: Effectively builds evidence base to support the decision-making process. Assesses alternative options. Uses judgement to adapt to specific and challenging requirements of the organisation.
Communicating & Influencing: Communicates clearly, confidently and respectfully. Engages, persuades and convinces others to follow a particular course of action. Ensures all relevant parties are appropriately updated and notified.
Teamwork: Promotes and enhances team performance through working collaboratively and in cooperation with others to achieve goals. Interacts in a manner that builds respect and fosters trust.
Planning and Organising: Establishes and monitors priorities, systematically differentiating between urgent, important and unimportant tasks. Plans and manages activities to consistently deliver results. Meets objectives within agreed predetermined time frames and deals with urgent operational situations expeditiously.