Analyst, Soc. Impact & Rep. Risk
Leads and manages research projects for multiple client accounts, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality deliverables
Conducts in-depth analysis of societal issues and their impact on corporations, providing strategic recommendations to clients
Leads and mentors junior team members, while contributing to product development and refining research methodologies
About the Company
National Journal Membership offers award-winning journalism, boardroom-ready presentations, customized infographics and analysis, and exclusive events. We provide members with the data, content, and resources they need to stay on top of key movements in people, politics, and policy.
Part of National Journal, Gravity Research specializes in strategy and business development, risk management, and stakeholder mapping. We help organizations navigate high-priority policy and brand issues, identify key influencers, and develop data-driven messaging and engagement strategies for creating impact. Our custom research provides analytical insights, deep-dive profiles, custom benchmarking, and ongoing tracking to help you engage both inside and outside of Washington, DC.
About the Job
Social Impact and Reputational Risk Analysts are responsible for contributing to all aspects of Societal and Reputational Intelligence (SRI) client engagements. Analysts on the social issues benchmarking team use our media monitoring tools and a range of qualitative research methods to identify and track trending issues, produce custom analysis for our clients, and develop bespoke insights and recommendations. Analysts work directly with senior leaders at Gravity Research and senior public affairs and C-suite executives at client companies.
Responsibilities
Managing research for 4-6 client accounts and being responsible for the timely delivery of all project work
Collaborating with team members to develop research methodologies and approaches to answer client questions
Leading associates and interns who are supporting the client research process
Developing smart, nuanced analysis on how societal issues may impact corporations, their workforces, and their consumers, and synthesizing findings into strategic recommendations for clients
Drafting deliverables, including PowerPoint presentations, memos, and other formats, to communicate findings and recommendations to clients
Presenting findings and interacting with clients to better understand their needs, serving as a trusted expert and advisor on challenging societal issues
Regularly consuming news about a range of societal issues and their impact on the business community to incorporate current trends into research and analysis
Contributing to product development by crafting new and innovative approaches to producing the analytic work, optimizing operations, and perfecting the research product
To perform this job successfully, each essential competency and responsibility must be performed satisfactorily
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform essential functions
Other duties may be assigned to meet organizational goals
Qualifications
A highly analytic, natural problem solver
The ability to highlight key insights within a complex set of data, synthesize large amounts of information, and then clearly explain these insights to clients
A skilled project manager, able to independently manage competing priorities and adhere to timelines
A strong writer able to clearly frame issues for a variety of audiences; some experience with PowerPoint or other visual presentation formats highly preferred
An individual with 1-3 years of experience in at least one of the following domains: strategy consulting, policy analysis, risk analysis, Capitol Hill or executive agency experience, or political science research
Earned Bachelor's degree required
Entrepreneurial spirit; Track record of building new initiatives from conception to execution
Creative thinking and resourcefulness in problem-solving
Prodigious work ethic and spirit of generosity
Active contributor to a diverse and inclusive workplace
Marketing Manager
Develops lead generation strategies across digital channels, including social media, content marketing, and targeted campaigns
Creates high-quality content including white papers, articles, and presentations that convey the Org's value proposition to target audiences
Collaborates with sales & product teams to develop compelling messaging and sales enablement materials, while analyzing campaign performance
About the Company
National Journal Membership offers award-winning journalism, boardroom-ready presentations, customized infographics and analysis, and exclusive events. We provide members with the data, content, and resources they need to stay on top of key movements in people, politics, and policy.
Part of National Journal, Gravity Research specializes in strategy and business development, risk management, and stakeholder mapping. We help organizations navigate high-priority policy and brand issues, identify key influencers, and develop data-driven messaging and engagement strategies for creating impact. Our custom research provides analytical insights, deep-dive profiles, custom benchmarking, and ongoing tracking to help you engage both inside and outside of Washington, DC.
About the Job
As the Marketing Manager, Growth and Engagement, you’ll shape and execute our content strategies, producing high-quality marketing assets and digital campaigns. This role offers the opportunity to elevate Gravity’s brand voice, drive engagement, manage impactful marketing efforts, and contribute to lead generation initiatives that position us as an industry leader.
Responsibilities
Lead Generation:
Develop and execute lead generation strategies through digital marketing campaigns, social media, and targeted content placement
Build and maintain a pipeline of high-quality leads by leveraging content and digital channels to attract prospective clients
Implement tools and reports to track lead sources, measure conversion rates, and optimize campaigns for maximum lead generation
Partner with the revenue team to pass off qualified leads for further personalized engagement
Strategic Content Development:
Design and implement a content distribution strategy that aligns with Gravity’s goals and resonates with target audiences
Partner with the VP of Thought Leadership and research analysts to develop white papers, articles, case studies, infographics, and thought leadership pieces
Create persuasive narratives and assets clearly articulating Gravity’s value proposition to prospective and current clients
Product Positioning and Sales Enablement:
Collaborate with product and sales teams to define product messaging and create sales enablement materials that highlight the strengths of Gravity’s services
Produce compelling presentations and other client-facing materials to support sales and increase customer engagement
Stay informed on industry trends and competitor activities to adjust marketing strategies accordingly
Campaign and Event Support:
Plan and implement digital marketing campaigns that support product launches, thought leadership, and client outreach
Create and manage promotional content for industry events, conferences, and webinars to drive attendance and visibility
Craft messaging for various external communications efforts
Social Media and Digital Engagement:
Oversee Gravity’s social media presence, managing content schedules, audience engagement, and campaigns to drive brand recognition and generate leads
Develop and post targeted content across social platforms (LinkedIn, Twitter, etc.), focusing on audience engagement and lead generation efforts
Analyze social media performance data to refine strategies and increase impact, focusing on lead generation and conversion metrics
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business, or a related field
3-5 years of experience in digital or content marketing, lead generation, or growth strategy, preferably in a B2B environment
Demonstrated success in executing social media and content strategies that drive measurable results, including lead generation
Strong writing skills and ability to communicate complex topics clearly and engagingly
Proficient in social media platforms and analytics tools for tracking performance
Collaborative, energetic, and capable of leading projects in a fast-paced setting
Familiarity with CRM and marketing automation tools (Salesforce and Marketo a plus)
Commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace
Temp. Organizing Strategist
Designs and executes multi-faceted organizing campaigns, including phone banking, rallies, and digital engagement, to respond to federal immigration enforcement actions
Recruits, trains, and mobilizes volunteers, setting goals and tracking progress to ensure effective campaign execution
Collaborates with policy teams, conducts research, and analyzes data to inform campaign strategies and achieve organizational goals
About the Company
For over 100 years, the ACLU has worked to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBTQ+ community, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties cases and issues to defend all people. We know that great people make a great organization. We value our people and know that what we offer is essential not just their work, but to their overall well-being.
About the Job
The National Political Advocacy Department builds power to achieve an accountable, representative democracy. We have ambitious goals across Reproductive Freedom, Democracy and Voting Rights, Systemic Equality, Immigration, Trans Justice, Criminal Justice and other core issues in order to protect and expand civil rights and civil liberties, and advance the freedom, equality, ability to prosper, and humanity of all People.
Our department conducts analysis, develops policy, crafts world class campaigns and situates the ACLU to have impact across legislative, administrative, and electoral levers. We are policy experts, lawyers, community organizers, lobbyists, campaign strategists, electoral specialists, program managers and more. We partner across the ACLU to drive national efforts, and support and amplify the priorities of our affiliates. We work to center principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging in our approach.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Deputy Director of Organizing the Temporary Organizing Strategist will be responsible for the following:
Design and lead complex, multi-tooled organizing strategies in partnership with ACLU affiliates to respond to federal immigration enforcement actions from planning to execution
Assist with research, story gathering and analysis to further the organization’s communication, policy and legal goals around immigration enforcement and other organizational priorities
Develop organizing goals, plans, strategies, tactics, and budgets to serve the organization’s concrete political/policy outcomes
Deploy key organizing tactics in partnership with ACLU affiliates including phone banking, text banking, rallies, marches, story collection, and social media engagement
Collaborate with policy counsels and campaign strategists to develop and integrate organizing plans into broader campaign strategies
Execute on-the-ground organizing meetings and events in priority jurisdictions in partnership with ACLU affiliates
Track program progress to goal and metrics through standardized reporting
Produce compelling call and text scripts for priority campaigns
Oversee volunteer recruitment, training, retention and mobilization across multiple platforms
Develop and implement new volunteer team structures and systems
Set and track volunteer team goals and activities
Leverage organizing tools effectively for volunteer engagement
Demonstrate flexibility in adjusting priorities based on the changing external environment
Qualifications
Senior-level experience in political, advocacy and/or issue campaigns as a campaign manager, political director, field director or equivalent role
Proven success in grassroots organizing, volunteer recruitment and management, and issue advocacy
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Experience with earned media strategies
Experience working in and navigating coalition spaces
Ability to assess needs and recommend resource allocation
Excellence in analyzing complex concepts and presenting clear recommendations
Strong independent work ethic and team collaboration skills
Superior analytical, writing, and organizational abilities
Access to a major airport and ability to travel substantially
Director of Major Gifts
Supports CEO in building relationships with high-value donors and prospects
Oversees stewardship activities, implements mid-level donor programs, and identifies new giving opportunities
Supervises staff, manages donor data, and supports the development of fundraising materials and events
About the Company
PFLAG National is the first and largest organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) people, their families, and allies. PFLAG National has more than 325,000 members and supporters and over 400 chapters in the United States. This vast grassroots network is cultivated, resourced, and serviced by the PFLAG National staff, Board of Directors, and Regional Directors Council.
About the Job
The Director of Major Gifts is a newly created position that will manage the major donor ($1,000+), mid-level donor ($250-999), and planned giving programs. This position will build the structure to grow the major gifts pipeline, manage a portfolio of prospects with high gift capacity, and ensure that major, mid-level, and planned giving donor experience results in renewed and increased donations. The Director of Major Gifts will report to the Vice President, Development & Philanthropic Partnerships, and supervise the Development Coordinator.
Responsibilities
The Director will have duties and responsibilities crossing many functions
Below is an outline of those duties:
Support the CEO and the Vice President, Development & Philanthropic Partnerships in cultivating the organization’s most significant individual donors and prospects
Drive the CEO and other Leadership members’ schedules for donor meetings
Solicit gifts of $1,000+ to reach individual giving goals
Create individual goals for each prospect in the portfolio based on the donor’s history of giving and an understanding of the prospect’s capacity and interests
Establish and manage mid-level ($250-999) donor program with the goal of upgrading mid-level donors to major donors
Identify and qualify new individual prospects through collaboration with the CEO and Board of Directors
Oversee stewardship of a high-quality donor experience through developing individual relationships, correspondence, mailings, acknowledgments, and other meaningful opportunities to engage with the organization
In collaboration with the Vice President, Development & Philanthropic Partnerships, support the direct-mail and digital fundraising programs to increase mid-level and major donors
Supervise the Development Coordinator, providing day-to-day management and driving their work plan toward growing revenue
Refine and enhance the major/mid-level/planned giving program in support of the strategic plan and organizational expansion
Plan major donor events in key cities including identifying hosts and host committee members, and working with the Communications department to write/deliver speeches and develop talking points for the CEO, Board Members, and other notable speakers (i.e., “the pitch”)
Maintains donor and prospect records in both electronic and paper form
Produces fundraising progress reports for the VP of Development & Philanthropic Partnerships, CEO, and Board of Directors as needed
Other tasks as assigned to support the department and grow revenue
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience or a combination of both
5+ years of professional history as a frontline fundraiser with a focus on individual donors and major gifts
Thorough understanding of nonprofit fundraising and experience as a member or leader of a nonprofit development team
Proven track record of stewarding and closing five-figure and up gifts
Knowledge of donor/CRM databases; Salesforce and/or Salsa Engage highly preferred
Knowledge of LGBTQ+ issues, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) practices, and civil rights as a whole
Enthusiastic support of PFLAG’s strategic vision, mission, and goals
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and writing skills
Effective communicator both in person and over the phone/teleconference
Must be able and willing to travel as needed