Advocacy Analyst

Arnold Ventures is a philanthropy whose core objective is to maximize opportunity and minimize injustice. We are dedicated to tackling some of the most pressing problems in the United States. We invest in sustainable change, building it from the ground up based on research, deep thinking, and a strong foundation of evidence. We drive public conversation, craft policy, and inspire action through education and advocacy.

Position Overview

Arnold Ventures’ advocacy, communications, and external affairs team (ACE) aims to effectively position the organization as a trusted champion for evidence-based, nonpartisan policy solutions to America's toughest challenges. This includes both communications through original content creation and distribution of our policy priorities, and direct engagement and relationship building with targeted policy stakeholders.

The Arnold Ventures Criminal Justice portfolio aims to improve public safety and make the U.S. criminal justice system fairer and more effective. They work with experts from inside and outside of government and across disciplines to support rigorous, policy-relevant research on what works; develop policies based on research and evidence; and advance meaningful policy change at the federal, state, and local levels.

We are seeking an Analyst to provide analytical and operational support that advances the objectives of Arnold Ventures’ Criminal Justice portfolio. This individual will work closely with team members on substantive advocacy, communications, and external affairs projects and gain experience in supporting the development and management of high-impact philanthropic projects. The Analyst will be based in our Washington, D.C. office and report to the Vice President of Advocacy, Criminal Justice.

Core Responsibilities

• Provide analytical and operational support for the team’s funding initiatives, including grants management, tracking team budgets, and developing processes to improve efficiency
• Track, analyze, and summarize legislative developments, policy findings, and research to inform internal reporting and strategic decision-making
• Coordinate and contribute to meetings, site visits, conferences, and convenings with government officials, researchers, organization representatives, program providers, and other key stakeholders to advance the team’s objectives
• Collaborate with teams within and across departments to ensure alignment on projects, fostering intra- and inter-departmental connectivity and communication
• Actively participate in team meetings by suggesting ideas, brainstorming solutions, and identifying areas for improvement to enhance team outcomes and performance

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 1-2 years of experience in a related field including part-time work or internships, and experience managing complex projects, research, or policy reform
• Exceptional listening and communication skills, including the ability to absorb, analyze, and convey complex ideas in a clear and concise manner verbally and in writing
• Exceptional project management and organizational skills
• Demonstrated skill in analysis, critical thinking, and problem solving
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues and other key stakeholders
• Strong command of modern technology (MS Office, Google Workspace, Calendly, Zoom, etc.)

The salary range for this position will be $80-000-$90,000.

Benefits Overview

Arnold Ventures is committed to providing a robust and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our current benefits package includes 100% paid employee premiums for medical, dental, vision, basic life, and short- and long-term disability insurance; flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; 20 days of paid time off, 18 paid holidays (including a winter break from December 24 to January 1), a hybrid policy that includes four days in office and one flexible day for remote work, and a summer schedule with alternating Fridays off from Memorial Day to Labor Day; paid parental leave; a 401k retirement savings plan with an employer match, profit-share contribution, and immediate vesting; pre-tax transit benefits; a professional development stipend; a charitable giving stipend; and employee assistance programs.

Our Culture and Core Values

Our culture seeks to inspire and empower our people to innovate and develop bold ideas that will help Arnold Ventures achieve lasting impact. Our culture, and the core values that support it, should create an environment that spurs our team to think outside the box, feel comfortable pushing the boundaries of what is possible, and signal confidence in our team’s ability to make change happen through our philanthropic efforts. Although not an exhaustive list, below you’ll find examples of Arnold Ventures’ work culture.

• We are adaptable and comfortable with ambiguity
• We are intellectually curious, open-minded, objective, humble, collegial, and receptive to feedback
• We are action-oriented with strong self-direction and self-motivation skills with the ability to work simultaneously on multiple projects
• We are able to interact confidently and collaboratively with team members and navigate relationships with external experts, government leaders, advocates, and individuals

Arnold Ventures’ values reflect who we are as an organization, help us accelerate our strategic goals, strengthen our resolve, anchor us to our mission, and guide our decision-making. The successful candidate will also demonstrate the following core values that inspire the Arnold Ventures team to make a difference.

• Respect for Ourselves & Others
• Audacious Action
• Collaborative Engagement
• Depth of Thought
• Clear Communication

Arnold Ventures is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, military/veteran status, or any basis prohibited by applicable law.

Acknowledging the importance of diverse perspectives, Arnold Ventures is committed to employing individuals from a variety of backgrounds and with a variety of experiences. Members of historically marginalized communities and candidates who have been impacted by the systems we are seeking to change are strongly encouraged to apply.