Sr. Public Affairs and Communications Research Analyst

Earthjustice•Washington, DC

2d•Remote

About The Position

Earthjustice is the nation's leading environmental law organization. We wield the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people’s health, preserve magnificent places and wildlife, advance clean energy, and combat climate change. We are here because the Earth needs a good lawyer. Driven by a passion for justice, inclusion, partnership, and excellence, our core values lead us to seek a broad range of perspectives and backgrounds to achieve our mission and maintain an inclusive environment where all staff are valued and respected. In addition to a talented cadre of environmental lawyers and legislative advocates, Earthjustice has an amazing Communications department that works in partnership with every other department at the organization. The Sr. PAC Research Analyst supports the VP, Public Affairs and Communications and the President by developing briefings, conducting research, and providing analytical justification for organizational positioning. They will also support the thought leadership and content deliverables for leadership by conducting and synthesizing research, working across the organization to gather information and synthesizing. They will be responsible for conducting policy briefs for the President and supporting ad hoc projects for communications and donor deliverables. The Senior Analyst will be responsible for developing regular reports and briefing memos, synthesizing research, polling, and message testing to inform decision-making. They collaborate closely with VP of PAC, VP of Policy and Legislation, Litigation VPs, and the President. Through ongoing engagement with coalitions and the broader environmental community, the Senior Analyst will be expected to regularly communicate with partner organizations on the latest reports and research and have strong networks of external stakeholders. This is a non-supervisory position. The Senior Policy Research Analyst is expected to work a full-time (37.5 hours/week) schedule, and preferably working in DC, remote work within the US considered.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, political science, public policy, or a related field or comparable work experience.
4+ years in media monitoring, communications research, public affairs, or related field, and familiarity with environmental, social justice, or public interest advocacy communications.
Demonstrated experience analyzing trends and synthesizing findings into strategic recommendations.
Strong research skills, including experience conducting policy research.
Experience analyzing and communicating data.
Experience drafting memos, message guidance, or strategic communications materials.
Experience working with executive leadership.
Ability to translate complex issues into compelling, accessible communications.
Ability to prioritize, manage multiple deadlines, and respond quickly to new opportunities and developments.
Ability to work collaboratively with other staff to meet shared cross-team goals and give honest, constructive, respectful feedback.
Demonstrated commitment to Earthjustice’s values of Justice, Excellence, Inclusion, and Partnership.

Responsibilities

Research & Analysis (60%): Track and analyze new research, polling, and data related to our programmatic issues. Produce regular reports and insight for senior leadership. Develop data-informed recommendations to strengthen messaging and executive spokesperson strategy. Analyze and synthesize complex research and data into digestible content for thought leadership. Quickly respond to and deliver analysis and briefings as needed by the President and VP, PAC to support our external positioning.
External Partnership & Engagement (10%): Maintain strong networks and regularly work with external partners to gather latest research and new ideas related to our programmatic work. Collect and monitor external research
Strategic Briefing & Cross-Team Collaboration (20%): Draft briefing memos based on compiled research across issue areas. Collaborate across Litigation, Communications, and Policy and Legislation teams to gather latest updates and brief the President as needed. Serve as the liaison to gather relevant information from program teams for thought leadership and development deliverables as needed.
Administrative and Professional Development (10%): Attend and contribute to team meetings, support project management, and collaborate across the department on knowledge sharing and content planning. Attend events, webinars, and trainings as professional development. Attend internal DEI learning opportunities to increase awareness of creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable work environment.
Ongoing Learning Actively pursue professional development and contribute to a culture of learning by building skills and sharing knowledge. Maintain an ongoing understanding of innovative, best-in-class communications best practices and movement trends to ensure Earthjustice leads, not just follows.