Democracy Collaborative Job Opening
Research Associate (The Democracy Collaborative: http://democracycollaborative.org/; Community Wealth: www.community-wealth.org; Next System Project: www.nextsystemproject.org)
The Democracy Collaborative, a national research institute dedicated to the development of innovative strategies for the democratization of wealth, seeks an experienced research associate for our research department.
Application Deadline: February 12th, 2016
Salary: $42,000 to $52,000, depending on work experience and academic qualifications. Job includes a generous benefits package including health care, three weeks of paid vacation per year, and an employer contribution to a 403(b) retirement plan.
Length of position: Two-year commitment (contingent on satisfactory 90-day and annual review) necessary to ensure continuity of support. Position can extend beyond two years by mutual agreement.
Location: Currently Takoma Park, Maryland. As of June 2016, the position will be based in the Dupont Circle area of Washington, D.C.
Start date: March 1, 2015. Earlier or later start date will be considered
To Apply: Send résumé/CV with references, a detailed cover letter regarding your interest in and desire to make a contribution to the kind of work being done by The Democracy Collaborative, and a relevant writing sample to jobs@democracycollaborative.org including "Research Associate" in the subject line. Please note that due to the volume of applications we receive, we cannot respond to every applicant. No phone calls please. We will contact all candidates who qualify for first-round interviews.
Overview
The Democracy Collaborative is a national leader in equitable, inclusive, and sustainable development through its Community Wealth Building Initiative. This initiative supports a range of advisory, research and field building activities to transform community and economic development, including research, training, policy development, and community-focused work, to promote an asset-based paradigm of economic development and increase transformative strategies among community stakeholders, anchor institutions, and key policymakers. The Democracy Collaborative is also dedicated to identifying the economic, social, and environmental challenges facing the United States and the world, and proposing institutional and systemic alternatives.
This position would support The Democracy Collaborative's research department through work on Community Wealth Building (community-wealth.org), systemic change (nextsystemproject.org), and other initiatives. The initial primary focus would be on understanding land ownership and housing policy in connection with community economic development, environmental sustainability, and systemic change. This position offers a unique opportunity to advance innovative, multi-sector policy and best practices that can have a transformative impact on local economies and low-income communities as well as engage with national and international discussion around social justice, alternative economics, and environmental sustainability.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Research, co-write, edit, and promote a report concerning community economic development, land ownership and use, and gentrification. Provide research and logistical support to a variety of projects focused on community economic development, Community Wealth Building, alternative political-economic theory, and systemic change. Research and write policy memos, briefs, reports, summaries, blogs and other publications. Assist in organizing logistics and planning content for conferences, webinars, and meetings of various sizes. Schedule and conduct one-on-one and focus group interviews. Update and write new content for the Community-Wealth.org website related to research conducted. Assist with other ongoing projects and research for papers and reports as requested by the Research Director.
Education/Experience Requirements
Bachelor's degree plus 4 years relevant experience or Master's Degree plus 2 years relevant experience. Background and understanding of Community Wealth Building. Experience and/or knowledge regarding the land use policies of state and municipal governments. Experience and/or knowledge in the fields of community-based economic development and/or land use, housing, gentrification, land trusts, etc.
Other Requirements
Willingness to work flexible hours independently with clear deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Willingness to travel (with varying frequency). Strongly articulated interest in and commitment to sustainable and equitable development and positive social change. Demonstrated excellence in writing and communication. (Specifically, having the ability to convey relevant information concisely and clearly for multiple, distinct audiences.) Strong interpersonal communication skills and the capacity to work constructively in teams. Demonstrated experience with conducting research and interviews. An ability to work with diverse audiences, including local government, community-based groups, as well as anchor institution, philanthropic, nonprofit and business sectors.
The Democracy Collaborative is an Equal Opportunity Employer—people of color, people with disabilities, women, and LGBT candidates are strongly encouraged to apply; we are committed to a diverse workplace, and to supporting our staff with ongoing career development opportunities.
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