What are the responsibilities and job description for the Climate Change Analyst position at Mathematica Policy Research?
Position Description:
Mathematica applies expertise at the intersection of data, methods, policy, and practice to improve well-being around the world. We collaborate closely with public- and private-sector partners to translate big questions into deep insights that improve programs, refine strategies, and enhance understanding. Our work yields actionable information to guide decisions in wide-ranging policy areas, from family support, nutrition, education, early childhood, and employment to health, disability, and international development. Mathematica offers our employees competitive salaries, and a comprehensive benefits package, as well as the advantages of being 100 percent employee owned. As an employee stock owner, you will experience financial benefits of Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) holdings that have increased in tandem with the company’s growth and financial strength. You will also be part of an independent, employee-owned firm that is able to define and further our mission, enhance our quality and accountability, and steadily grow our financial strength. Learn more about our benefits here.
One of Mathematica’s core values is a deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our research is more robust because it is informed by a variety of diverse perspectives, and our mission to improve societal well-being is strengthened by a greater understanding of issues and challenges facing the populations we serve. Mathematica’s ongoing commitment to diversity and inclusion is woven into our everyday actions, policies, and practices—including decisions regarding recruitment, training, compensation, and promotion. We are dedicated to maintaining a work environment in which everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We offer Employee Resources Groups on a variety of topics, local diversity and inclusion activities in each office, and a Diversity council.
The Climate Change Analyst will provide market research and business development support across all activities associated with business development for climate change. The analyst will possess strong market intelligence, and experience in business development including working with and establishing relationships with partners and clients in the climate change ecosystem. The analyst will contribute to the development of a robust climate change pipeline and specific opportunities to grow Mathematica’s work in climate change.
Responsibilities:
- Participate in and manage the workplan for climate change strategy and climate change pipeline working closely with the VP’s office of climate change
- Develop and manage new tools and processes for the development of new business opportunities in climate change and partner relationship management
- Lead knowledge management regarding business development and market research to help identify opportunities and monitor industry trends in coordination with the strategy team
- Monitor, analyze, and report on business development practices and metrics
- Actively identify and support key opportunities
- Prepare and create the development of business development materials; ie. 2 pagers, tailored capes, etc.
- Work closely and collaborate with communications on implementation of communication strategy to business development communications strategy
- Actively engage with business development associates across all divisions in Mathematica
- Provide informal guidance to new team members collaboratively and diplomatically
- Network with partners in the international development and climate change ecosystem
- Prepare business development and writing proposals
- Actively support the advancement of organizational diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, and apply diversity, equity and inclusion lens across job responsibilities
- Demonstrate accuracy with work, strong organizational skills, and attention to detail
- Strong writing and communications skills
- Additional duties may be assigned as needed
- Knowledge of the funding priorities and mechanisms of donors
- Flexibility to handle multiple priorities, sometimes simultaneously, under deadline pressure
Position Requirements:
- BS with equivalent experience in business management, economics, public policy, or relevant discipline. Master’s degree preferred
- A combination of equivalent education and work experience may be substituted for the above requirements
- 5 years of experience in business development in climate change or related fields (e.g. energy, agriculture, resilience) with key international development clients, particularly USAID
Available locations: Princeton, NJ; Washington, DC; Cambridge, MA; Oakland, CA; Chicago, IL; Ann Arbor, MI; Seattle, WA; remote
In accordance with Executive Order 14042 and its implementing guidelines, all Mathematica employees must provide documentation that they have been fully vaccinated or obtain an accommodation through Human Resources by providing documentation from a licensed health care provider that they are unable to be vaccinated against COVID-19 because of a disability (which would include medical conditions) or provide an attestation that they are entitled to an accommodation because of a sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance.
This position offers an anticipated annual base salary range of $65,000-$90,000. Mathematica offers a strong benefits package, which includes a profit-sharing 401(k) plan, health, dental, disability, and life insurance plans, comprehensive paid time off, and tuition benefits. Training and professional development are also provided.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
