Ashoka · 21 hours ago
Volunteer Researcher Analyst Expert for Sport for Good Funding Survey & Insights Report with Ashoka
Ashoka is the largest association of leading social entrepreneurs in the world, and they are seeking a volunteer to lead a sector-wide research effort for their Reimagining Sport for Good Funding initiative. The role involves designing research tools, analyzing data, and producing a report to guide strategy and collaboration in the sport-for-good ecosystem.
InfrastructureNon ProfitSocial Entrepreneurship
Responsibilities
Designing and deploying a comprehensive survey to funders, practitioners, coalitions, and other sport‑for‑good stakeholders
Conducting desk research and interviews to complement survey data and incorporate global perspectives
Mapping funding flows and cataloging emerging systemic funding practices across the sector
Identifying root causes, gaps, and leverage points within the sport-for-good funding ecosystem
Writing and producing a sector‑defining insights report that includes findings, analysis, case studies, and actionable recommendations for funders, policymakers, and industry bodies
Co‑facilitating roundtable discussions with stakeholders to refine findings and spark collective reflection
Presenting learnings in formats that can inform the broader Reimagining Sport for Good Funding initiative
Research design (survey architecture, interview guides, sampling)
Quantitative and qualitative analysis of survey data
Synthesis of insights from interviews, desk research, and Ashoka knowledge libraries
Drafting clear, compelling written analysis and visual data presentations
Collaborating with Ashoka teams to ensure accuracy, thought leadership alignment, and practical relevance
Supporting dissemination planning, including potential presentations or webinars
Qualification
Required
Strong analytical, research, and communication capabilities
Experience in research design, impact evaluation, or sector/system mapping
Strong analytical and synthesis skills; ability to interpret complex data and extract insights
Excellent written communication skills, especially in producing reports or long‑form analysis
Ability to work independently and manage a multi‑step project from start to finish
Comfortable engaging with funders, practitioners, and sector leaders through interviews or roundtables
Strong attention to detail and comfort navigating ambiguity
Proficiency in English
Preferred
Familiarity with the sport for good, physical activity, youth development, or philanthropic sectors
Proficiency with data tools (Excel, SPSS, R, or similar)
Additional languages (Spanish, French, Portuguese)
Company
Ashoka
Ashoka is a civil and social organization that specializes in the fields of social entrepreneurship and social change.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2021-01-01Grant
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