Legislative & Policy Analyst

Description

BACKGROUND

Take Control Initiative (TCI) works to remove barriers and increase access to birth control in Tulsa County. We work collaboratively with over 200 community partners, 20+ health center sites, and several state and national organizations. TCI operates at the intersection of health and education with the underlying belief that individuals will make the best decisions for themselves when equipped with information and resources.

Metriarch®, a project of TCI, is a women’s public health think tank that aims to normalize and broaden health conversations in Oklahoma. TCI utilizes collective impact and grassroots organizing principles, while recognizing that transformational impact requires action at individual, relational, and system levels. TCI’s organizational core values are: Equity, Access & Innovation. 

POSITION SUMMARY

The Legislative & Policy Analyst supports Metriarch’s mission to improve women’s health in Oklahoma through policy analysis, research, and strategic communication. Reporting to the Data & Policy Director, this position works across Metriarch’s research and policy functions to analyze legislation impacting women’s and maternal health, educate key stakeholders and lawmakers on priority issues, and make complex information accessible to partners, policymakers, and the public. This role works to track legislation and policies impacting women’s health in Oklahoma and effectively communicate up-to-date policy information to partners and community members in coordination with the Data & Policy Coordinator. This position uses strong analytical, policy, and communications skills to improve women’s health in Oklahoma while building more widespread access to policies affecting women in the state.

The Legislative & Policy Analyst monitors Oklahoma legislative activity and emerging policy trends, assesses potential implications for proposed legislation and existing policies, and develops clear, data-driven recommendations. This role also will support ongoing research initiatives and broader organizational strategy.

Success in this role requires superb written and verbal communication skills, strong analytical judgement, attention to detail, and an ability to communicate thoughtfully about complex issues. The ideal candidate is familiar with the Oklahoma state legislative process, is passionate about women’s health, and able to engage diverse stakeholders across a variety of topics.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Analyze, identify and update the status of legislation and policies within the Metriarch® scope of women’s public health; this includes closely monitoring actions taken by the Oklahoma legislature (e.g., social media, publications, committee and floor hearings and interim studies) and providing analysis on the potential impact of proposed bills and policies. 
• Provide facilitation for Metriarch®’s Legislative weekly Clearinghouse calls during the Oklahoma Legislative Session and any Extraordinary Sessions that may occur.
• Maintain and update the Metriarch® Legislative Tracker during Oklahoma legislative sessions & update archived pages with Metriarch® /TCI staff support as needed
• Provide support for Metriarch®’s website - www.metriarchok.org - and curate, develop, and share content for Metriarch® and TCI staff to approve and post.
• Translate policy analysis and research findings into clear, compelling, and audience-appropriate communications, including talking points, presentations, website content, fact sheets, newsletters, and other educational materials.
• Monitor nationwide legislative trends and their potential impact on women’s public health in Oklahoma and share key observations weekly.
• Develop strategic talking points on policies by collaborating with internal and external stakeholders and leveraging data (both qualitative and quantitative) for impact.
• Collaborate closely with the Data & Policy Director and broader Metriarch® and TCI staff to create and sustain accessible pathways for community members to engage with information.
• Research and maintain knowledge of how policy trends interact with partners’ programming, Metriarch research projects, and provide insights for TCI impact reporting.
• Build and maintain productive working relationships with policymakers, community organizations, researchers, and other stakeholders to support information-sharing, policy education, and collaboration.

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

The candidate should have the following professional experience and education:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., political science, public administration, public health) and 2 years of related experience, or an Associate’s degree with 4 years of related experience (required)
• 2+ years work experience; preferably in applied policy analysis, legislative advocacy, or social program data analysis (preferred)
• Familiarity with the state legislative process, preferably in Oklahoma, including legislative tracking, bill analysis, committee procedures, and the development or implementation of public policy.
• Demonstrated knowledge or interest in public health, maternal health, sexual and reproductive health, health education, and/or the social drivers of health (preferred)
• Experience with web design and coding (preferred)
• Demonstrated experience researching complex topics and communicating findings through clear, well-organized written materials and/or presentations.

The candidate should have the following skill sets:

• Data collection, tracking, verification, analysis, and interpretation skills;Ability to collect, track, verify, analyze, and interpret data;
• Ability to translate data into policy recommendations;
• Ability to translate data into public-awareness messaging;
• Relationship-building and stakeholder alignment skills;Ability to build relationships and create alignment with individuals from a wide range of perspectives;
• Project planning, task management, progress assessment,and execution skills; Ability to project plan, track tasks, assess progress, and follow through on the execution of plans;
• Creative system-level problem-solving skills;Ability to think creatively using system-level problem solving;
• Understanding of data-informed policy creation and implementation;
• Understanding of the connection between data, economics, and policy implications;
• Knowledge of social media platforms and best practices; Understanding of social media;
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace;
• Proficiency in WordPress (desired).

Hours and Location:

TCI’s offices are based at 907. S Detroit Ave, Tulsa, OK 74120 and operate on a hybrid office working schedule. Open to OKC-based candidates.

A typical work week is Monday–Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

The work week will occasionally vary with advance notice depending on scheduled programming and other events; may require evening or weekend hours for special events or tours.

Domestic travel is required on occasion, so reliable transportation

and auto insurance is required.

Ability to attend in-person meetings. 

About our Benefits

As part of our overall compensation package, we offer work/life flexibility, comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and generous retirement contributions designed to support you and your family. 

Details:

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and long-term disability for full-time employees only; option to add vision and dependents
• 401K employee and employer contributions 
• Paid time off to support you while you are out of the office
• Paid holidays so our employees can spend time with those they care about
• Employer-paid AD&D life insurance, with employee options to add supplemental life insurance