Job Description
The Policy & Research Officer is a position within the RIAI Practice and Member Services department. The successful candidate is expected to bring their expertise to the development of the RIAI’s position papers across a broad range of work programmes in practice, education and climate change.
Working as part of a small and highly focused team, and reporting to the Practice Director, the Policy & Research Officer will undertake policy-relevant research and be responsible for developing policy positions and campaigns, reviewing legislation, guidance and regulatory standards, trends and sectoral data in support of the RIAI values, goals, and strategic objectives.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Practice Director, CEO, senior management team and committees to:
- support the development and delivery of research and policy priorities in line with RIAI’s strategic and business plan;
- manage and drive research and policy across a broad range of RIAI interests; and
- build high-level, collaborative and impactful relationships with committees, key stakeholders
The Policy & Research Officer must take responsibility for a project and have the ability to proactively research, co-ordinate and manage the drafting and production of a report within tight deadlines.
Job Requirements
The successful candidates will have:
- A relevant qualification with a significant policy component;
- Minimum 3 years built environment work experience;
- High-level analytical ability, with experience of critically evaluating policy and/or advising on policy options;
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and influencing skills with an ability to build effective relationships with multiple stakeholders;
- Excellent English, spoken & written
- A right to work in Ireland and be resident for interviews (valid permit if applicable).
- A knowledge of the dynamics of, and trends and developments in, architecture and built environment and climate change
If you are a resourceful problem solver, team player and task leader as research and policy professional, with a confident, friendly, and professional demeanour who enjoys a busy, but flexible work environment, and your values align with RIAI, we would love to hear from you!
Closing date for receipt of applications is Monday, 22 June 2026 at 12pm noon.
If you would be interested in this position please Apply here.
Note – Direct applications only (third party/agency applications not acceptable).
