Date Posted:
June 8, 2026
Position Title:
Senior Policy Analyst, Higher Education
Office/Company:
UnidosUS
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Job Number:
HC-07996
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
Salary:
$76,100–$84,600
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
UnidosUS is seeking a Senior Policy Analyst to join its Education Policy Project, reporting to the Director for Education Policy.Shape and advance UnidosUS’ higher education policy agenda while generating innovative project ideas and strategies.Bachelor’s degree, 3–5 years of policy experience in higher education, strong knowledge base of higher education policy and experience with policy development and advocacy.
Responsibilities:
• Shape and advance UnidosUS’ higher education policy agenda while generating innovative project ideas and strategies.
• Lead analyses of emerging public policy issues and trends in higher education and produce policy documents, including issue briefs, regulatory comments, white papers, conference papers, and congressional testimony.
• Serve as an expert on higher education policy, with a focus on policy solutions related to accountability and improving the return on investment in postsecondary education.
• Represent UnidosUS in high-visibility forums, conferences, and meetings, including meetings with congressional staff, policymakers, issue experts, stakeholders, and the media.
• Organize and execute policy forums, roundtables, and events to inform and elevate UnidosUS’ higher education policy agenda.
• Lead and participate in coalitions of experts and advocates on higher education.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree
• 3–5 years of policy experience in higher education
• Strong knowledge base of higher education policy and experience with policy development and advocacy
• Knowledge of and professional networks within relevant agencies, congressional offices, and/or stakeholder organizations
• A proven track record of conducting rigorous policy analysis and translating findings into clear, actionable policy recommendations
• Excellent analytical and writing skills
Instructions:
Email to apply
Other:
Equal opportunity employer.
