Associate, Consulting

Mission Measurement•Washington, DC

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Mission Measurement (MM) is the world leader in measuring social outcomes, helping government agencies define, analyze, and improve the results of grant investments. At the core of their work is the Impact Genome Registry, a database of outcomes and cost benchmarks from over 2.2 million social programs. MM is seeking an analytically strong Associate to work directly with government clients on outcomes measurement and evidence-informed grantmaking. Associates will build measurement frameworks, analyze program portfolios, and translate data into decisions. This is a consulting role focused on fast-paced work and polished deliverables for senior audiences. The role is suitable for early-career professionals with a background in evaluation, data, or social impact, who are comfortable with ambiguity. As part of a small, growing team, Associates will have significant ownership, client exposure, and leadership interaction. The position is primarily remote with an expectation to transition to in-office work in 2026, and candidates should be located near Washington DC.

Requirements

2–3 years of experience in consulting, professional services, or public sector roles
Subject-matter experience in evaluation, data analysis, impact measurement, financial analysis, or related areas
Interest in domestic social policy, grantmaking, or public-sector funding
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
A self-starter orientation: you own things end-to-end, move without being pushed, and thrive when the path isn’t fully paved

Nice To Haves

Experience in the nonprofit, social sector, or philanthropic space — in any capacity
Familiarity with national service, AmeriCorps, or domestic grantmaking programs
Quantitative skills (Excel, Stata, R, or similar) and comfort turning data into clear narratives for non-technical audiences
Experience with AI tools as part of analytical or research workflows

Responsibilities

Apply subject-matter expertise in areas such as evaluation, data analysis, performance measurement, or impact measurement to client engagements
Support the development of strategic frameworks, assessments, and recommendations for public-sector clients
Conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis related to outcomes, performance, and effectiveness
Produce clear, accurate, and well-structured client deliverables, including slides, memos, and visualizations
Synthesize complex information into concise insights for diverse public-sector audiences
Support preparation of materials for client meetings, workshops, and working sessions
Support Managers in executing project plans and meeting aggressive timelines
Track tasks, inputs, and dependencies to ensure smooth project delivery
Collaborate with colleagues across strategy and data-focused roles
Build mastery in one or more core consulting skills (e.g., data analysis, measurement frameworks, portfolio optimization)
Develop understanding of public-sector funding, grantmaking, and evidence-informed decision-making
Contribute to internal tools, templates, and repeatable approaches
Live our core values: Be Passionate about Social Impact, Be Rigorous, Relatable, and Agile, Maintain a Commercial Mindset, Challenge Convention