Public Citizen · 4 months ago
Research Director - Climate
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$106K/yr - $129K/yr
15+ years expPublic Citizen is a national, non-partisan public interest group focused on holding the government and corporations accountable. They are seeking a Research Director to manage investigative research projects, develop strategic research agendas, and produce written materials to support public education and advocacy campaigns related to climate issues.
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Responsibilities
Conceptualize and develop strategic research agendas in priority areas, in consultation with the Climate Program director and other colleagues. Investigate policy issues, markets, corporations, individuals, political fundraising, lobbying, and trade associations by using traditional investigative methods such as database searches, FOIA requests, and interviews
Conceive and produce written materials in collaboration with team members, including reports, editorial board memos, op-eds, social media content, and blog posts
Clearly articulate investigative findings and our policy positions in media interviews and podcasts. Prepare in-depth presentations and present findings to congressional staff, the press, our staff, and the public
Maintain familiarity with relevant policy issues, debates, and proposals
Develop and maintain relationships with academic, government, and other researchers
Edit written materials by others within the Climate Program; plan and help execute strategic communications efforts
Garner exclusive and other coverage of new research in top-tier media outlets
Collaborate with groups and coalitions engaged in this work
Above all, work proactively and resourcefully to accomplish programmatic goals
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree, and at least 15 years of relevant experience as a researcher or reporter
Outstanding analytical thinking and oral and written communication skills
Knowledge of computer-assisted reporting techniques, database development and management, and relevant markets and research tools
Knowledge of public records, especially regarding campaign finance and lobbying
Strong sense of how to use research to affect public policy debates and advance public interest advocacy campaigns
High energy, enthusiasm, persistence, and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and balance multiple priorities under pressure to produce excellent material in a deadline-driven advocacy environment
Creative and collaborative spirit
Strong commitment to investigating and reporting on corporate actors that cause climate, environmental, labor, and human rights harms
Benefits
Great medical and dental coverage, 100% paid by PC, including full coverage for children
Three weeks paid vacation for new employees, sick leave, five personal days
401K plan with a 5% contribution from PC after one year of employment
12 weeks of paid parental leave after one year of employment
Sabbatical after 8 years of employment
Student loan reimbursement program
Funds available for professional development
Company
Public Citizen
Public Citizen serves as the people’s voice that ensures all citizens are represented in the halls of power.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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