Learning Policy Advice in International Affairs and Diplomacy broadens understanding of, and helps develop the skills necessary for, effective written and oral communication in the realm of international affairs and diplomacy.
Readers will become acquainted with the principles of policy development and find practical guidance on how to design and implement policy advice. Crucial insights are offered on how to successfully nurture those aptitudes and approaches that are expected in demanding professional contexts from the very start of a career. Effective drafting techniques for written communication are presented, explaining methods and practices that facilitate the delivery of meaningful policy advice through written output. Regarding oral communication, the book demonstrates how aspiring policy advisers can build a positive narrative about their background, profile, and experience, in order to win over selection panels for jobs across the international community. The
