Research and Communications Analyst

Nexight Group•Silver Spring, MD

9h•$55,000 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Nexight Group is seeking a research and communications analyst with proven experience in quickly becoming conversant in new technical topic areas, mainly related to education, workforce development, and manufacturing. The ideal analyst conducts desktop research efficiently, offers critical analysis, synthesizes information to draw meaningful conclusions, and writes original and engaging content that accurately translates complex information into clear and compelling content for both technical and non-technical audiences. Nexight Group is a small technical and management consulting firm that serves a variety of clients in many topic areas. Adaptability, critical thinking, curiosity, and taking pride in hard work are all equally important to skills and subject matter expertise. Nexight has curated a culture of professionals striving to do good work together.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, education, English, public relations, strategic communications, or a related field (e.g., a writing-heavy humanities or social science discipline) with demonstrated familiarity and/or interest in education, workforce development, manufacturing, science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and/or public policy OR Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, manufacturing, or related scientific fields with demonstrated experience writing for non-technical audiences
At least one year of professional experience
In lieu of degree requirements, the equivalent of 5 years of relevant professional experience
Ability to quickly review, comprehend, analyze, and synthesize qualitative or quantitative data and information from various sources (such as surveys, interviews, technical and scientific reports, law and regulation, policy)
With strict attention to detail and accuracy, communicate effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences via scannable formats (such as briefings and presentations, newsletters, executive summaries, educational content, fact sheets, memos, videos, web, and social media content)
Demonstrated ability to coordinate tasks across project teams and maintain attention to detail while balancing competing priorities
Ability to comfortably and professionally interact and communicate in written and verbal form with colleagues and external partners with diverse backgrounds and at all levels of seniority
Brings curiosity, initiative, adaptability, and a willingness to contribute wherever needed; enjoys learning through hands-on experience and continuously seeks ways to improve
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Ability to obtain a public trust clearance
U.S. Citizenship (required due to work with government clients)

Nice To Haves

3+ years of professional experience
Previous professional experience working in education or workforce development (can include classroom experience)
Previous professional experience in workforce or labor data analysis
Previous experience supporting a federal government client or working for the federal government
Experience conducting stakeholder consultations via interviews, focus groups, or facilitated workshops
Previous experience in management consulting; supporting or working for a federal government client; or with professional, technical, or trade organizations

Responsibilities

Rapidly build subject matter expertise to effectively research, analyze, synthesize, and communicate complex topics, data, and expert viewpoints at a level appropriate to the specified audience (e.g., non-technical audiences, technical experts, managers, and leadership within both government and non-government organizations)
Write concise and engaging content for reports, roadmaps, presentations, policy briefings, fact sheets, executive summaries, training materials, and digital platforms (e.g., websites, social media, newsletters)
Ensure technical accuracy of materials while improving grammar, punctuation, readability, style, flow, and persuasiveness to engage target audiences
Research and analyze quantitative and qualitative data, trends, and future directions to develop insightful and accurate syntheses and visualizations of key issues
Support the planning, coordination, and onsite execution of meetings, workshops, conferences, and other client events, including managing logistics, materials, speakers, and participant communication as needed
Develop and track project schedules to ensure continuous progress needed to meet a known deadline
Apply critical thinking skills to research, analyze, communicate, solve complex problems, and develop creative solutions tailored to specific clients and projects
Engage with subject matter experts via surveys and interviews, and facilitate meetings to gather individual perspectives, clarify specific trends, reach consensus decisions, and achieve client objectives
Perform the above duties individually and as part of a team in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment