Associate I, Philadelphia Research and Policy Initiative
The Pew Charitable Trusts | |
remote work | |
United States, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia | |
April 25, 2024 | |
Philadelphia Research and Policy Initiative The purpose of the Philadelphia research and policy initiative (PRPI) is to enable policymakers to identify and enact policies and practices that improve city government and the well-being of the city's residents by conducting rigorous research regarding important challenges and trends facing Philadelphia. Central to this policy work is the production of timely, well-documented reports on these issues for the benefit of policymakers, the news media, and the public at large. Working directly with stakeholders, the initiative conducts in-depth research, looking beyond the city and region for relevant information from comparable locales. Our approach includes: (1) researching important policy topics and solutions; (2) analyzing administrative, demographic and polling data to benchmark progress; (3) holding policy-oriented convenings; (4) engaging extensively with policymakers and influential stakeholders before and after convenings to increase the impact of our work and consider promising solutions; and (5) making direct policy recommendations. Examples of the initiative's work are available at Position Overview Reporting to the policy team's project director, the associate I will support the development and implementation of strategies to leverage research, convening, and policy engagement tools to inform and enable Philadelphia policymakers, including but not limited to convenings linking Pew research to policy solutions, periodic conversations with policymakers and their staff members, and technical assistance agreements with city agencies. Prior knowledge about one or more of the issues PRPI focuses on, familiarity with local government and policymaking, and/or experience with community-based organizations are desirable. Candidates from diverse backgrounds and with lived experience related to the issues PRPI works on are strongly encouraged to apply. The position, based in Pew's Philadelphia, PA office, will participate in Pew's core in-office days on Tuesdays and Wednesdays and will have flexibility to work from home the remainder of each week. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country for which they are seeking employment without visa sponsorship. Responsibilities
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Travel This position requires occasional overnight travel for meetings and conferences, as well as travel to The Pew Charitable Trusts office in Washington, D.C. Total Rewards We offer a competitive salary and benefit program, including: comprehensive, affordable health care through medical, dental, and vision coverage; financial security with life and disability insurance; opportunities to save using health savings and flexible spending accounts; retirement benefits to help prepare for the future; and work/life benefits to maintain a good balance. The Pew Charitable Trusts is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Pew considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, ethnicity, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, military/veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. |