Jobs at 60 Decibels

Specifically, your responsibilities will include:

• Clean up data to ensure it is accurate, standardized and usable for data products and benchmarks.
• Build smart filters to keep our data quality high from the get-go.
• Document our data processes in a way that's easy for anyone to follow.
• Get hands-on with data, preparing it for analysis that informs important decisions.

About You: First and foremost, you bring compassion and dedication to this work because it matters to you.

• You have strong quantitative skills, and you are looking to use them for social good. You love data and are happy to get into the details of coding and cleaning. You are a self-starter–when you identify something that needs to be done, you figure out a way to make it happen.
• Other characteristics that will help you succeed in this role and be a great cultural fit: you have a bias towards action—you get your hands dirty—and you actively tackle problems in ways that lead to great outcomes. You successfully balance flexibility and rigor, and embrace taking strategic risks and growing from mistakes. Ultimately, you are eager to do the work to build something new and (we hope) important to the world.

We also expect that most candidates will have had the following experiences / attributes. If your experience set differs, but you think you’re the right person for the job, say that in your application.

• Advanced proficiency in Excel, Python/SQL proficiency preferred
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills, statistical skills preferred
• Experience with CAPI or CATI survey data analysis and management
• Strong attention to detail
• Robust communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team
• Bachelor’s degree in statistics, economics, or a related field strongly preferred
• Background in data analytics or data science strongly preferred

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Specifically, the Research Analyst will under supervision have the following responsibilities:

• Contribute to our goals: Contribute to client projects by ensuring high-quality output, and ensuring timely delivery. This directly contributes to the achievement of our organizational goals.
• Research Thinking & Design: Collaborate with senior team members to assess client contracts, understanding their needs and business objectives. Utilize research and critical thinking skills to devise effective methodologies and sample designs. Provide input to design survey tools aimed at collecting actionable feedback to aid social enterprises in growing their business and impact.
• Excellent Analysis & Reporting: Conduct quality checks on data, perform analysis, and write reports that present compelling narratives and offer actionable insights for clients. Engage effectively in brainstorming sessions, ensuring thorough and accurate analysis and well-structured, thoughtful report writing.
• Project Management: Participate in relevant aspects of the project delivery cycle from start to completion. Ensure proper filing, documentation, and record-keeping while adhering to data protection laws.
• Communication: Model proactive and effective communication both internally and externally.
• Teamwork & Collaboration: Support fellow team members in workflow and execution. Take a proactive approach to consulting with internal experts, other teams, and markets beyond one's own
• Inquisitiveness & Open Mind: Demonstrate curiosity to learn and explore new ideas and methods. Proactively utilize various learning materials and resources to advance personal learning and development
• Brand Ambassadorship: Embody our company values both internally and externally.

About You

• First and foremost, you bring compassion and dedication to this work because it matters to you. You have a bias towards action: you get your hands dirty and actively tackle problems in a way that leads to the best outcomes and brings teams together. You successfully balance flexibility and rigor, using informed judgment to make decisions. You model critical thinking and introspection, taking strategic risks and growing from mistakes. You are decisive and bold, have a growth mindset, are eager to change the status quo, and know the value of being a part of an effective team.
• Ultimately, you are eager to do the work to build something new and (we hope) important to the world.

We also expect that most candidates will have had the following experiences / attributes. If your experience set differs, but you think you’re the right person for the job, say that in your application.

• Mandatory requirements:
  • Excellent mathematical and analytical skills
  • Excellent project management competence: timely delivery, high quality output, great communication
  • Comfort in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment; ability to prioritize and multitask
  • Willingness to work for long hours when required
  • A quick learner when it comes to new software. We use a combination of StatsIQ, Qualtrics, Airtable and all the standard Microsoft tools
  • Demonstrated interest in or commitment to tackling global development and social challenges
  • Excellent spoken and written English skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to give/ take feedback
• Preferred but not mandatory requirements:
  • 0-3+ years of relevant research experience
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Experience making data-driven decisions and synthesizing information