Writing And Research Coordinator

The National School Choice Awareness Foundation is searching for a Writing and Research Coordinator who isn't just looking for a job, but an opportunity to express their passion for K-12 education policy through research and writing.

Your tasks will range from conducting donor prospect research to crafting grant proposals, policy reports, and opinion pieces. The versatility of this role offers opportunities to create, communicate, and coordinate across multiple domains — from fundraising to policy analysis, internal communications, and project coordination.

In this position, you will collaborate closely with the organization’s president and senior staff. But we value true independence and flexibility in our team members. The right “fit” for this is someone who takes ownership of projects while also taking direction and shows initiative without constant oversight.

Download the position description athttps://tinyurl.com/nscaf.

This position is open to applicants in Alabama, California, Colorado, Florida, Iowa, Massachusetts, Missouri, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, and Virginia.

TO APPLY:

Submit a resume and two writing samples (in one PDF document) to Andrew Campanella by email [email protected] the subject line “Writing and Research Coordinator.” Please indicate your preferred hourly rate of pay or a requested range in any note you include in your e-mail. A formal cover letter isnotrequired. Please note that applicants who advance in the hiring process will be required to complete writing, editing, and Word/Excel assessments before their hiring, and the NSCAF’s staff is not permitted to discuss employment- or hiring-related matters via social media (direct messages, LinkedIn messages, etc.). All applicants must apply through the process described.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Fundraising and Development Research and Writing—40 percent

– Conduct thorough prospective donor research and build databases of potential institutional and individual donors with the manager of strategic growth.

– Research and write grant proposals and fundraising letters, tailoring proposals to the interests of potential grantors with the organization’s president, manager of strategic growth, and senior advisor.

Policy Research and Writing—30 percent

– Conceptualize, research, and write approximately 5–10 white papers or research analyses about the challenges and opportunities facing K–12 education for internal and external audiences.

– Research and write regular blog posts and columns for and with the organization’s president.

Organizational Research and Writing—15 percent

– Research and write the organization’s annual report, periodic reports to funders and stakeholders, and other organizational marketing materials.

–Write and disseminate the organization’s monthly staff e-newsletter.

– Write and manage executive correspondence, including general greetings, congratulations, letters of introduction, etc.

Project Coordination—15 percent

– Assist in the management and coordination of projects with vendors, including graphic designers, copy editors, printers, and publishers.

–Track projects in Asana and other management programs for the organization’s president and strategic growth functions.

– Assist with general paperwork, digital filing, and organizing functions for the vice president of finance and the president.

– Coordinate other projects, as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS:

– Strong understanding of K–12 school choice and education policy, including an awareness of the broader landscape of K–12 education reform organizations.

– Versatile and accurate writer with a commitment to high standards and the ability to develop clear, concise, and persuasive content for diverse audiences, including charitable foundations, donors, the organization’s staff and partners, and general constituencies.

– Expert user of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel, including experience using pivot tables, mail merge functions, and document formatting.

– Demonstrated fluency and proficiency in both English; fluency and proficiency in Spanish is a bonus.

– Highly organized, detail focused, and deadline oriented––with an independent ability to solve problems and move forward with projects without constant direction.

– Aptitude for thriving in a fast-paced, mission-driven organization.

ABOUT US:

TheNational School Choice Awareness Foundation, Inc. (NSCAF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizationwith the mission of improving K–12 education in the United States and supporting the academic success of America's students by raising equal and positiveawareness of the education options available to families, including public/district, charter, magnet, private, online, home, and nontraditional education. We meet our mission by developing and deploying bold and high-impact charitable programs that inform, inspire and empower parents. These programs includeNational School Choice Week, SCW Navigate, andConoce tus Opciones Escolares.