Associate I, Evidence Project

Overview

In this role you support the Evidence Project by coordinating initiatives, managing projects, and facilitating collaboration with funders and partners. You will help scale impact by organizing systems, events, and communications that translate research into policy and practice. The position offers exposure to cross‑functional teams and high‑level partnerships in a mission‑driven nonprofit setting. You will contribute to building a more responsive, resilient research ecosystem and help advance Pew’s portfolio objectives.

Pay / Benefits

• comprehensive health care: medical, dental, vision
• life and disability insurance
• health savings account and flexible spending accounts
• retirement benefits
• work/life balance initiatives
• flexible telework options

Responsibilities

• Manage project timelines, milestones, and progress tracking for multiple workstreams
• Organize documents and shared drives to support collaboration
• Build and oversee Salesforce campaigns for events and stakeholder tracking
• Support contracting and budgeting processes from development to execution
• Draft content for internal and external audiences (meetings, board materials, newsletters)
• Plan and coordinate conferences, workshops, and virtual meetings, including logistics and follow-up
• Estimate, track, and process project expenses
• Coordinate with Pew colleagues to advance project goals and ensure smooth implementation
• Participate in activities that support Pew-wide objectives

Key requirements

• Detail-oriented and organized
• Experience with project management and meeting deadlines
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Typically one year of applicable professional experience
• Ability to work with multiple technical systems to drive programs to completion

• Excellent verbal facilitation and written communication
• Ability to develop productive relationships with senior-level partners
• Strong collaborative and cross‑functional teamwork mindset
• Experience with Salesforce (preferred)
• Budgeting and contracting experience
• Project management and coordination tools

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