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Staff Associate I

On-site, Work must be performed in or near New York, NY
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    Job Type:Full Time
    Start Date:March 15, 2025
    Application Deadline:March 6, 2025
    Education:4-Year Degree Required
    Experience Level:Mid-level
    Salary:USD $70,000 - $80,000 / year
    Areas of Focus:Community Development, Education, Environment & Sustainability, International Relations, Philanthropy

    Description

    The Staff Associate I (Project Assistant) will work with the Project Director to review tasks and deliverables associated with the project’s cohort cities (cities who have been selected to undergo training and capacity building towards data-driven policy making as part of the MOU with Grantor Bloomberg Philanthropies), conduct first round review of research, drafts and deliverables. The Project Assistant will accompany the Project Director during site visits to the cohort cities (Currently Reno, NV, Chattanooga, TN & Kansas City, KS. The cohort rolls over & changes as we proceed) and training sessions with the members of the cohort city teams, taking notes, providing feedback to both director and participants. Will support the Director’s research, strategic planning, and donor relations. The project assistant will also be responsible for converting data and policy findings into social media and other awareness campaign materials, will support survey dissemination and data analysis.

    QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in political science, policy, or sociology. Master’s degree preferred.Minimum of 2-3 years of related experience. Previous work experience combining data and policy for applied and professional audiences. Strong communications and organizational skills demonstrated through writing and work samples.

    APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

    For the full job description and to submit an application please visit: http://apply.interfolio.com/162804

    Screening of the candidates will begin immediately, and the search will remain open no less than 30 days from the date of posting and continue until filled. For further information, please contact Dr. Ashley MacQuarrie, Communities Speak Program Director, ARM2224@columbia.edu

    Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

    Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

    Pay Transparency Disclosure

    The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

    REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: C.V., Work and writing samples

    Appointment Type: Continuing

    Anticipated Start Date: March 15, 2025

    The Staff Associate I (Project Assistant) will work with the Project Director to review tasks and deliverables associated with the project’s cohort cities (cities who have been selected to undergo training and capacity building towards data-driven policy making as part of the MOU with Grantor Bloomberg Philanthropies), conduct first round review of research, drafts and deliverables. The Project Assistant will accompany the Project Director during site visits to the cohort cities (Currently Reno, NV, Chattanooga, TN & Kansas City, KS. The cohort rolls over & changes as we proceed) and training sessions with the members of the cohort city teams, taking notes, providing feedback to both director and participants. Will support the Director’s research, strategic planning, and donor relations. The project assistant will also be responsible for converting data and policy findings into social media and other awareness campaign materials, will…

    Level of Language Proficiency

    Strong communications and organizational skills demonstrated through writing and work samples.

    Strong communications and organizational skills demonstrated through writing and work samples.

    Location

    On-site
    420 W 118th St, New York, NY 10027, USA

    How to Apply

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