Data manager 📊
We’re hiring a Data Manager! Use your technical and data management experience to level up our work and advance social, racial, economic and gender justice through the power of youth organizing.
Position Summary
Next Up and Next Up Action Fund amplify the voices of diverse young people to achieve a more just and equitable Oregon. We envision an Oregon where young people boldly lead the state forward, our democracy is inclusive and accessible, and our communities are strong and resilient.
We’re seeking a committed, full-time Data Manager to power up our team over the next year.
We’re looking for someone who believes in the power of young people to create change through responsive organizing, political education, and advocacy. Our ideal candidate is collaborative, detail-oriented, resourceful and persistent in solving technical and data problems, and committed to the leadership of Black, Indigenous, and youth of color.
Please note: We care more about your ability to get the job done than whether you have formal or informal experience. We encourage you to submit your application if this job excites you.
Logistics
Position Title
Data Manager
Compensation and benefits
This position’s salary is $64,799. Our compensation philosophy and policy include annual salary increases. Benefits include medical, vision, and dental coverage (with 100% of the premium covered by the employer), a 4-day (32 hour) work week, a laptop computer, professional development funds, cell phone and work from home stipends, flexible scheduling, 20 days of PTO per year, and paid holidays including a two week office closure in December each year.
Duration
Full-time (32 hours/week), limited duration (1 year). Evening and weekend work may be required during campaign seasons. Ideal start date: June 17, 2024. Position end date: June 30, 2025. There is potential to convert this role into a permanent position depending on funding.
Location
Our office is in Portland, Oregon. We have a hybrid work policy that requires full-time staff to work at least two days per week in-person. For this role, one day per week is required in-person (Mondays). Biannual team retreats and a few major events are required in-person as well.
covid-19
We require all team members to be vaccinated for COVID-19 unless a team member has requested and received a health/disability or religious accommodation. For in-person meetings - applicants must follow all in-person covid protocols outlined by the organization (such as masking, and regular covid-19 testing).
key dates
Application Deadline - Monday, May 20th, 2024 at 11:59PM PST
Ideal Start Date - June 17th, 2024
Position End Date - June 30th, 2025
responsibilities
Assess historical data management and establish a larger vision for data management across the organization
Support the organization to track, organize, and regularly update our staff metrics for internal and external stakeholders
Ensure best practices for data collection and recording across programs, civic engagement, advocacy, fundraising and get out the vote efforts
Support the Movement Building Director and Policy Director to create and implement impactful plans for large-scale civic engagement and advocacy in Oregon
Create reports to track progress to goals that provide actionable information to leadership
Ensure data from volunteer and voter engagement tools regularly sync to EveryAction
Query and interpret relevant data to help our Communications and Development staff tell the story of our work and impact
Support Development Director with donor communications and grant reports, including querying and visualizing data that illustrates our impact
Support Development and Programs teams to collect and report quantitative and qualitative data, including story collection through outreach to program participants
Participate in long-term strategy discussions, bringing a data-informed perspective
Build out rules of engagement with our systems, especially in EveryAction
Evaluate, document, and train staff on data processes and naming conventions
Establish and support employee compliance with best practices around data security
desired qualifications
Commitment to our mission, with an appreciation for the role of community organizing in social change and movement building
Passion for amplifying youth voices and commitment to always centering the leadership and needs of Black, Indigenous, and youth of color in organizing work
Experience working with underrepresented and/or historically marginalized communities, preferably in political or organizing settings
Deep commitment to dismantling racism, understanding systemic and institutional racism, and a willingness to learn and discuss racial and social justice issues
Strong time management and organizational skills including experience managing multiple projects; ability to triage and prioritize among competing projects and deadlines
Understanding of common direct voter contact programs and experience using data to inform plans and evaluate progress
At least two to three years of data management experience, ideally at least one of those years spent in a political role
Strong VAN, EveryAction, and/or other database skills
Patience and ability to work well with people at a variety of skill and experience levels, including being able to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences
Preferred but not required
Experience running youth programming or doing youth centered organizing
Knowledge and/or relationships with c3 and c4 infrastructure groups such as State Voices and America Votes
Knowledge of and experience with Oregon political landscape
Experience with data visualization tools
Familiarity with ThruText and ThruTalk as an administrator
How to apply
Please send a cover letter and resume to hiring@nextuporegon.org and in the subject line put Data Manager. In your cover letter, please highlight your experience and qualifications, and why you are interested in this specific role. No phone calls, please.
Next Up is an equal opportunity employer. Black, Indigenous, and people of color, people with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual orientations, gender expressions and identities are encouraged to apply. We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you’re excited about this position but do not meet 100% of the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply.
