FW: NLIHC Is Hiring: Your Help
Megan DeCrappeo Bolton
NLIHC is hiring a Research Analyst and an Outreach Associate. Please pass these job descriptions along to you networks or those you think might be a good fit. Thank you!
NATIONAL LOW INCOME HOUSING COALITION
POSITION OPENINGS
November 2012
The National Low Income Housing Coalition (NLIHC) is seeking well qualified, skilled and talented candidates for open positions on our Outreach and Research teams. We are looking to fill these two positions immediately.
Outreach Associate. As one of a three-person team, the outreach associate will mobilize our members on federal policy advocacy in a manner that advances our mission; assist in the design and implementation of campaign field strategies; and conduct outreach activities in specific states.
The outreach associate position requires knowledge of federal housing policy; strong written and oral communication skills; and excellent electronic technology skills, including high proficiency in database management. Priority consideration will be given to candidates with proven organizing experience that mobilized a community or constituent base and led to a significant legislative victory at the national or state level. A Bachelor’s degree is required. Some travel is required.
Research Analyst. The research analyst will collect, analyze and present quantitative and qualitative data in a manner that advances the Coalition’s research agenda. The successful candidate will be able to translate and disseminate research to varied audiences in an accessible and understandable format.
The research analyst position requires demonstrated professional experience with GIS, databases, SPSS or similar statistical packages, and large datasets; an advanced degree in Sociology, Geography, Public Policy, Urban Planning or similar field; and strong oral and written communication skills. Experience or coursework in survey research is preferred.
A commitment to social justice is a core qualification for both positions, which are based in Washington, DC. NLIHC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
Interested candidates should forward a cover letter, salary requirements, resume, and a writing sample to Bill Shields, Vice President of Operations, 727 15th Street, N.W., 6th Floor, Washington, DC 20005, or to bi...@nlihc.org. No phone calls, please.
MEGAN BOLTON | RESEARCH DIRECTOR
National Low Income Housing Coalition
727 15th St NW, 6th Floor
Washington, D.C. 20005
202.662.1530 x245
The National Low Income Housing Coalition is dedicated solely to achieving socially just public policy that assures people with the lowest incomes in the United States have affordable and decent homes. Learn more at www.nlihc.org.
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