NLIHC seeks a research analyst to further the coalition’s research on the housing needs of low-income renters and policy responses. The analyst will work with other members of the NLIHC research team to initiate and carry out research, including data collection, analysis, and dissemination.
Responsibilities:
- Implement quantitative and/or qualitative research, including data collection and analysis.
- Maintain and expand NLIHC holdings of and access to major datasets that inform NLIHC campaigns and partners.
- Assist other NLIHC staff and interns with data usage.
- Write reports that communicate NLIHC research to the general public.
- Disseminate NLIHC research to the general public, members, and partners through written reports and blogs, visualizations, and other means.
- Participate in other research, as assigned.
- Contribute to NLIHC’s weekly e-newsletter Memo to Members & Partners by identifying and summarizing new research relevant to NLIHC members.
- Prepare information and position papers as required to meet NLIHC’s goals and objectives.
- Represent NLIHC with other partners through participation in working groups and advisory committees.
- Public speaking at meetings and conferences in DC and around the country, with a priority for NLIHC member organizations.
- Respond to requests for information from NLIHC members, members of the media, and the public.
- Participate in NLIHC staff meetings, staff training, working groups, and other events.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferred) and at least one year of experience in research and/or public policy (three years of experience for senior research analyst position). Applicants should have a commitment to social justice and some knowledge of affordable housing, homelessness, or fair housing policies. Candidates should have strong analytical, writing, and editing skills, oral and interpersonal communication skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail. Applicants should also be proficient in the Microsoft Office suite and optimally statistical software like SPSS, STATA, or R. GIS experience also a plus.
An equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, NLIHC offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter with salary requirement, and two writing samples to Millen Asfaha, Operations Coordinator, at: [email protected].