Research Manager

The Research Manager is an internal part of the United For ALICE Research Team, contributing to a variety of reports, tools, initiatives, and the expansion of our national partner network. Work includes collaborating on ALICE research, coordinating stakeholder trainings, and engagement, and tracking team progress toward collective goals.

Primary Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Research Team Members in the planning, development, and production of United For ALICE metrics, reports, website content, and data visualizations
• Manage data requests from internal departments, United Way partners, and external stakeholders to support grant applications, needs assessments, community programs and services, advocacy, policy-making efforts, impact evaluation, and external research; this includes reviewing requests, coordinating with team members, and responding with relevant datasets
• Track team progress toward collective goals by making updates in our project management tool (Monday.com) 
• Manage webinars and data trainings for partners and data users across sectors, including scheduling, logistics, presentation design, notes, and follow-up
• Use contact management tools (i.e., Raiser's Edge NXT) to maintain critical contact lists, including state Research Advisory Committees, Leadership Committees, and United Way partners
• Participate in meetings with prospective states to introduce the ALICE research and demonstrate the value of joining the partner network
• Meet with external partners to evaluate opportunities for data-sharing and collaborative research; contribute to the projects advanced by the Research Team 

Requirements 

• Passion for the vision and mission of United For ALICE and United Way of Northern New Jersey 
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and communication skills (verbal and written) 
• An understanding of cross-functional team dynamics along with the ability to facilitate effective interactions by working collaboratively with representatives from different departments
• Ability to work independently in an evolving remote environment 
• Past project management, team coordination, and/or administrative support
• Experience with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Commitment to advancing our research team's focus on equity, inclusion, and accessibility for ALICE individuals and families 
• Ability to foster ongoing relationships with multiple stakeholders
• Comfort working with large datasets and spreadsheets
• Aptitude in decision-making and problem-solving 
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365
• Proficiency in Zoom, including managing the back end of large meetings
• Bachelor's or Master's degree (preferred) or equivalent experience
• Three or more years of experience in a related field