Education Policy Associate/Senior Policy Associate

Education Policy Associate/Senior Policy Associate

Hybrid (Two days per week in office) | New York City | Minimum Salary:  $60K Maximum Salary: $75K

The Century Foundation (TCF), an independent progressive public policy think tank, seeks a policy associate/senior policy associate to contribute to the pre-K-12 education team’s work on educational equity and help with the Bridges Collaborative, a network of education and housing organizations committed to socioeconomic and racial integration in schools and neighborhoods.

This is a hybrid position based out of TCF’s New York City office and reporting to senior fellow Halley Potter.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Supporting TCF’s Bridges Collaborative, a network of organizations nationwide focused on advancing school integration.
• Providing administrative and logistical support for the education team and TCF events.
• Communicating with Bridges Collaborative members and other partners on a regular basis and helping to build strong relationships.
• Facilitating discussions among Bridges Collaborative members.
• Researching education policy topics identified by TCF education fellows and preparing background memos.
• Helping to plan and execute regional and national convenings for Bridges Collaborative members.
• Attending policy forums and preparing memos summarizing key insights.
• Writing blog posts and other content for TCF’s website.
• Participating in the planning and execution of TCF education projects, including publications and events.
• Assisting with communications and outreach, including identifying stakeholders and promoting TCF’s work on social media.
• Delivering presentations to diverse and interested audiences on TCF's work.
• Occasional travel for meetings and events.

Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of previous related experience or coursework in public policy and/or education.
• Experience working on socioeconomic and racial school integration and housing integration is a significant plus.
• Exceptional research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• A commitment to looking at education issues through an intersectional lens, recognizing the importance of elevating the experiences of low-income students, LGBTQ students, English learners, and students of color.
• A commitment to progressive values and interest in TCF’s education research agenda.

Apply:

To apply, please upload a cover letter, resume, and one writing sample via BambooHR. We are looking for the best candidates and encourage interested applicants to apply even if you do not meet all of the stated qualifications or if you come from a non-traditional background.

About TCF:

Founded in 1919, The Century Foundation is a progressive, independent think tank that conducts research, develops solutions, and drives policy change to make people’s lives better. We pursue economic, racial, gender, and disability equity in education, health care, and work, and promote U.S. foreign policy that fosters international cooperation, peace, and security.

The Century Foundation is committed to diversity and building an inclusive environment for people of all backgrounds. Everyone is encouraged to apply, especially candidates from marginalized groups including people with disabilities, women, LGBTQIA people, people of color, immigrants, and first-generation college graduates.