Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Kirk Gibson Foundation for Parkinson's Wellness is dedicated to providing accessible, high-quality analysis to drive informed decision-making. They are seeking a mission-driven professional to provide direct support on initiatives aimed at improving community outcomes in Detroit, specifically through data analysis and project management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day management of larger-scale, multi-year projects, covering a variety of activities
• Regular collaboration with internal and external project stakeholders
• Analysis and research to support identified partner and stakeholder needs
• Coordination of tasks with D3’s internal workflow team
• Participating in outreach and engagement programs
• Helping to produce data products that meaningfully improve the quality of life for residents across Detroit and our region

Skills

• 5+ years of relevant professional experience in community research, data analysis, urban planning, public policy, public health, education, or a related field
• 3+ years leading complex research projects with long-term deliverables across multiple subject areas
• Experience managing relationships on larger initiatives with multiple external stakeholders
• Proficiency in data analysis using Microsoft Excel or other statistical software (R, SPSS, etc.)
• Experience with survey sampling methods, survey design, and survey data analysis
• Working understanding of qualitative research processes, including research design strategies, focus groups, and/or fieldwork methods
• Able to communicate technical concepts to a non-technical audience
• Able to move flexibly between analytical and relationship-centered work based on project needs
• Able to manage individual deadlines and tasks as part of a project team
• Curious about data and answering questions
• Able to work effectively with people across racial, cultural, gender, and other identity characteristic differences
• Lived experience and/or service that provides perspectives that support D3 in our mission, especially in serving populations that are under-represented in society at large

Benefits

• A flexible 32-hour work week;
• 4 weeks of paid time off per year; 
• Access to group health, dental, and vision insurance; 
• A 401(k) profit-sharing plan; 
• Paid contingency leaves (parental, caregiving, jury duty, etc.); and
• A strong commitment to work-life balance.
• This is primarily a remote position, with occasional attendance at in-person meetings or events. A desk in the D3 office is available should the selected candidate wish to work partially or entirely in-person.

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