HF: Research Associate- New York, NY
Hopewell Fund
Position: Research Associate
Location: New York, NY
Status: Exempt, Full-time
Reports to: Research Director
Position Summary
Equity Forward, a project of the Hopewell Fund, seeks a Research Associate to gather and package information for compelling research-driven campaigns supporting reproductive health access. This position is based in the Flatiron District in New York, though research projects may include travel on occasion. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. A flexible personality, sense of humor, and positive attitude are also essential.
Essential Responsibilities and Tasks
● Working as part of a team to produce research reports
● Conducting news, internet, and database searches to inform these reports
● Drafting and following up on public records requests, as well as, analyzing results of these requests
● Clearly reporting research findings to senior staff both orally and in written form
● Attending in-person events on issues of importance to Equity Forward
● Other duties as assigned
Required Experience, Knowledge, and Skills
● Bachelor’s degree required;
● At least 2 years of experience in research or related field. This could include political advocacy, campaign or public policy research, and/or experience on Capitol Hill or in government;
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
● Smart political judgment and discerning eye;
● Ability to work independently and juggle competing priorities and strict deadlines;
● Proven track record for being a self-starter;
● Attention to detail;
● Commitment to reproductive health access.
Valued and Non-Essential Education, Experience, Knowledge, and Skills
● Professional research experience in a similar position as an investigator, political advocacy researcher, campaign researcher, or government employee
● Experience analyzing financial reports and disclosures
● Ability to create infographics
How to Apply
Email cover letter and resume to in...@equityfwd.org with “Research Associate Applicant” in the subject line.
Hopewell Fund Careers
Equity Forward is a project of the Hopewell Fund, a 501(c)(3) public charity that incubates new and innovative public-interest projects and grant-making programs. The Hopewell Fund is committed to attracting, developing and retaining exceptional people, and to creating a work environment that is dynamic, rewarding and enables each of us to realize our potential. The Hopewell Fund's work environment is safe and open to all employees and partners, respecting the full spectrum of race, color, religious creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and all other classifications protected by law in the locality and/or state in which you are working.