Support organizational decision-making by analyzing and interpreting data related to IHS programs, partnerships, research outputs, and institutional impact.
Produce structured analyses and written reports that inform strategy, respond to internal and external requests, and support recurring organizational reporting.
Complete analytics projects submitted through established intake processes (e.g., Asana), including both rapid-turnaround requests and longer-term analyses.
Partner with internal teams (e.g., Programs, Solution Coalitions, Development, Communications/Marketing, and Leadership) and, as applicable, external partners to clarify questions, confirm definitions, and deliver decision-ready outputs.
Analyze data on IHS activities (e.g., funding programs, conferences, seminars, convenings) and related partner activity to support measurement of effectiveness and impact.
Provide recurring reporting metrics and ad hoc reporting support, including manual validation as needed to ensure outputs answer the intended question.
Extract, organize, and prepare datasets from CRM and other data systems for analysis and reporting.
Identify opportunities to improve analysis workflows (e.g., repeatable queries, templates, dashboards, or lightweight automation).

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., social science, economics, public policy, statistics, data analytics, or comparable discipline).
Demonstrated ability to conduct data analysis and produce clear written analytical outputs (professional, academic, or equivalent experience).
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain findings to non-technical audiences.
Ability to manage multiple requests, prioritize work, and meet deadlines in a high-demand environment.
Ability to evaluate information from multiple sources, reconcile inconsistencies, and document assumptions.
Proficiency in Excel; experience with CRM systems (Salesforce preferred).

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
The Institute for Humane Studies (IHS) is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
This position is primarily remote.
The role requires occasional travel (approximately two weeks per year) for IHS’ periodic in-office collaboration meetings.

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