National Journal is a premier research and insights company committed to helping organizations effectively navigate Washington. The Public Policy & Data Insights Associate will synthesize and analyze data to create high-quality presentations and content, focusing on public policy issues and providing insights for an executive audience.
Responsibilities
- Synthesizes and analyzes data, contextualizing and interpreting research findings within larger ideas, topics, and trends
- Creates high-quality presentations based on primary (quantitative and qualitative) data sources and secondary news sources
- Extracts key insights for an executive audience, conveying them in clear, concise written and visual summaries, employing data-driven charts, maps, and graphics where appropriate
- Explains public policy issues for a non-Washington audience, develops expertise in a particular policy area and plans and oversees content production within a defined policy area
- Produces content for publication in “white label” slides and decks, published through newsletters and on the website
- Refines and shapes findings and ideas with the support of senior researchers; transforms member-provided public policy messaging in a creative, useful, and insightful manner, and engages with members to clarify inbound research requests
- Explores opportunities to integrate AI, automation, and other tools into our workflow, increasing efficiency and enhancing output quality
Skills
- Basic fluency with Generative AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini); background in computer science or programming strongly preferred
- 1-3 years (post-undergraduate) experience conducting research in a professional setting; an excellent academic record
- Excellent data management skills and ability to synthesize quantitative/qualitative research, distilling large amounts of information into concise bullets, charts, and graphics
- Experience analyzing and visualizing data, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- Excellent time management and judgment; demonstrated proficiency managing competing project priorities and adhering to timelines
- Demonstrated interest in public policy and politics
- Outstanding client-service ethic and entrepreneurial spirit; track record of building new initiatives from conception to execution
- A self-starter with strong creative thinking skills and resourcefulness in problem-solving
Company Overview
We deliver insightful journalism, produce custom content and editable slides, and advise organizations on their advocacy and PAC engagement strategies. It was founded in 1969, and is headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is http://www.nationaljournal.com.