Senior Writer and Analyst
Staff reporting to this position:
None
Department:
Advocacy
Position classification:
Exempt, full time; Nonunion - Level 5
Compensation range:
$70,000–$84,000
Work site:
On-site (Washington, D.C., office)
Summary
American Progress has an immediate opening for a Senior Writer and Analyst who will analyze data and draft polling memos and decks, presentations to elected officials and other key policy influencers, speeches, op-eds, daily message guidance for allies and partners, talking points, briefings, and other products for the president and CEO and other members of the Executive team. The Senior Writer and Analyst will also be responsible for staying up to date on American Progress’ research, policy, and political initiatives to most effectively communicate them in written materials and visual presentations. This job requires a strong background in analysis, along with experience as a writer, editor, and researcher, and the most qualified applicant will strive to communicate clearly and persuasively to a range of audiences across a variety of mediums.
Responsibilities:
- Write, research, and edit products, including but not limited to polling memos, presentations, speeches, daily messaging guidance, op-eds, and briefings, including those for the president and CEO and other members of the Executive team.
- Analyze polling data to discover trends and insights and help implement polling projects.
- Work in close collaboration with American Progress’ Advocacy, Communications, External Affairs, and policy departments to understand and effectively communicate the organization’s policy and political research and priorities.
- Assist with special projects as assigned.
Requirements and qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
- Excellent writing, editing, and research skills.
- Experience manipulating data to identify and communicate insights.
- Familiarity with polling and opinion research. Demonstrated experience in creating data visualizations and reports to effectively communicate findings.
- At least four to five years of experience working on campaigns; in Congress, the federal executive branch, or in state and local government; or with high-level principals is a plus.
- Ability to work in a high-visibility and fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects and priorities on tight deadlines.
- Strong political and communications judgment and message discipline.
- Commitment to advancing American Progress’ mission.
Candidates should submit a resume, a cover letter, an example of persuasive writing, and an example of a compelling presentation or report that includes data visualization.
American Progress provides a competitive compensation and benefits package. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
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This announcement will remain posted until the position is filled. No phone calls, please.
Please note that only those individuals whose qualifications match the current needs of this position will be considered applicants and will receive responses from American Progress.
This is not a remote position.
Thank you for your interest in American Progress.
Additional information
American Progress operates two separate nonprofit organizations to maximize the progressive agenda: the Center for American Progress and the Center for American Progress Action Fund. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “American Progress.” The Center for American Progress is a nonpartisan 501(c)(3) tax-exempt research and educational institute. It undertakes research, public education and a limited amount of lobbying. The Center for American Progress Action Fund is a nonpartisan 501(c)(4) tax-exempt organization dedicated to achieving progress through action. It works to transform progressive ideas into policy through rapid-response communications, legislative action, grassroots organizing, political advocacy, and partnerships with other progressive leaders. The organizations share office space and employees.
American Progress is dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. Diversity is more than a commitment at American Progress—it is the foundation of what we do. American Progress recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, and all the other characteristics that make us unique.
For more information on the Center for American Progress, please go to www.americanprogress.org. For more information on the Center for American Progress Action Fund, please go to www.americanprogressaction.org.