The Organization:

The nonprofit Alliance for a Better Community (ABC) is advancing social, economic, and racial equity and justice for the Latino/a community and the Los Angeles region through power-building and policy advocacy. Our vision is to ensure a vibrant Los Angeles region where Latinos fully participate in, contribute to, and benefit from a prosperous, multi-ethnic community in which families enjoy:

Full and meaningful participation in civic and economic arenas
Full access to high-performing schools and increased opportunities to attend college
Quality healthcare and
Safe, affordable housing

Position Summary:

Alliance for a Better Community seeks a Researcher to design, create, and present policy and research briefs, reports, survey analyses, etc., based on external and internal research. This consultant position will support the ABC team’s policy goals by conducting and analyzing research.

Responsibilities:

Research design: Design and complete research projects that investigate social issues pertinent to Latino/a community
Data collection: Use a variety of methods to collect data, such as interviews, surveys, focus groups, listening sessions, and database research
Data analysis: Use qualitative and quantitative methods to analyze and interpret data
Theory testing: Test theories to advance understanding of human relationships
Collaborate: Work with internal and external stakeholders to determine priorities and define outputs
Presentation: Present findings to clients and stakeholders to inform policy decisions as written reports, visual presentations, and data compilations to address readers from the least to most proficient in research
Policy linkage: Link current policy and ABC research to policy recommendations
Ethics: Follow ethical principles to protect the reputation of the researcher, the people involved in the study, and the validity of the research data

Qualifications:

A commitment to the mission and goals of ABC and a demonstrated commitment to the advancement of the Latino/a community
Education: Masters in social science research-related field required. PhD preferred but not required
Experience: 2 years of related policy research required in fields of education, health, civic engagement, or other related field
Content Knowledge: Must have the ability to analyze programs and communities and have some knowledge of Los Angeles and California public policy issues
Community Knowledge: Some experience working within the Los Angeles region, city, school districts, public officials and agencies, and key community partners with a deep understanding and experience working with the Latino community
Collaboration: Able to work within a team environment and lead collaborative efforts to accomplish collective goals and objectives. Must maintain positive working relationships with organizational leadership and staff to meet collective goals
Organizational Skills: Good project management and multi-tasking skills, e.g., attention to detail, ability to create and monitor project budgets and timelines, proper documentation of work and record keeping, and the ability to prioritize work effectively
Communications Skills: Good interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Proven ability to establish and maintain high-priority relationships. Preference for bilingual candidates (Spanish & English)
Community Engagement: Demonstrated expertise in engaging with community members, particularly in gathering feedback and lived experience testimony. Proven ability to work with predominantly Spanish-speaking communities, with knowledge of culturally responsive practices for effective communication and outreach

This is a temporary consultant role with an anticipated monthly contract amount of $4,000-$6,000, depending on qualifications, experience, and funding.

To Apply Please

Please email your cover letter and resume to wwconsulting.william@gmail.com with “RESEARCHER” in the Subject. A cover letter is required.

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