Policy Analyst – Family Policy

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Policy Analyst at Independent Women’s Network focusing on family policy, child care, and paid leave. Engaging in research, writing, and speaking on related policies.

Posted 5/16/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Follow, analyze, research, write, and speak on policies related to child care, paid leave, and broader family policy issues for IW.
Produce thoughtful policy content that builds support for flexible, family-centered policy solutions.
Serve as a resource whenever IW’s family policy efforts or the larger organization need support on issues related to child care, paid leave, and family economic security.
Work to advance IW’s mission and share core values, be a team player, and be knowledgeable about the family policy landscape.
Focus on offering support to IW’s policy team and existing policy experts and staff.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Excellent written and oral communication skills, with an ability to translate complex policy into clear, compelling content;
A strong interest in family policy, including child care and paid leave;
A “yes” attitude and strong self-directed work ethic;
At least 2 years of relevant work experience;
Ability to work remotely without significant daily oversight;
Willingness to travel sporadically throughout the year as needed.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development opportunities

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Soft Skills

excellent written communicationexcellent oral communicationability to translate complex policystrong interest in family policyself-directed work ethicteam playerability to work remotelywillingness to travel