NADO Impact Award
Graduate Research Fellow
NADO Impact Award, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
The
NADO Research Foundation (NADO RF)
seeks a part-time Graduate Research Fellow to work closely with staff on various research, training, and capacity building projects in support of its
Economic Development District Community of Practice (EDD CoP) . Funded by the
U.S. Economic Development Administration , the EDD CoP provides tools, resources, and networking opportunities for EDD staff to strengthen organizational capacity and better guide regions towards becoming more competitive, resilient, and equitable.
Economic Development Districts (EDDs)
are multi-jurisdictional planning and economic development agencies federally designated by EDA. There are
over 400 EDDs
across the country that encourage economic development planning and project implementation in distressed urban, suburban, and rural regions.
Under the direction of the Deputy Executive Director and Associate Director, the Graduate Research Fellow will conduct research, write case studies and reports, and assist with planning and delivering in-person and virtual training and networking activities for the EDD CoP and other projects as they arise.
Specific Responsibilities May Include:
Research content for case studies, articles, and in-depth research reports
Assist in planning content for conferences, workshops, forum sessions, webinars, or other events
Proofread articles and social media materials prepared by other staff
Develop, manage, and analyze results of various surveys
Assist with the NADO Washington Conference, regional conferences, special events, special reports, newsletters, and other related communication programs
Other duties as assigned
Required Skills/Experience:
Strong understanding of issues related to regional economic development, in particular those affecting small urban and rural communities, in order to contribute to research and training deliverables
Strong writing and verbal communication skills to gather information and communicate with management and other staff
Must be a team player and have research experience in following a research plan to identify sources, collect and analyze information, and present findings
Experience or capability in developing resources that are accessible for wide-ranging audiences
Basic skills with Microsoft Office products, such as Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, as well as Adobe Acrobat Pro. Successful candidates will also have a level of proficiency with various virtual meeting and training platforms including Microsoft Teams, Zoom, the GoToMeeting suite of training programs, and others
Educational Requirements:Bachelor’s degree required. Candidates should be enrolled in a graduate program, though recent graduates will also be considered in certain circumstances. Students pursuing a Master’s degree in planning, journalism, social sciences, economic development, transportation, environmental studies, public administration, public policy, or related subjects are encouraged to apply.
Location:The NADO office is located in Washington, DC, and is designed to offer a hybrid work experience with staff working from home and in the office as needed or desired. A successful candidate can be located in the DC area or elsewhere in the US.
Physical Demands:The work is generally sedentary, although some slight physical effort may be required. The work requires frequent computer and telephone use.
Compensation:This is a part-time position for up to 20 hours per week at a rate of $18/hour. It will run through June 2025. Temporary employees, including interns and graduate fellows, are not eligible for insurance benefits through NADO. However, temporary employees will be eligible for sick leave in accordance with state-specific regulations.
Application Process:Click here to apply online.
You will be asked to submit the following:
1-page maximum cover letter explaining why you are interested in the position and working at the NADO Research Foundation, and how your skills and experiences meet the position requirements outlined above
Resume
1-2 writing samples that showcase your ability to research, write, and share information with a wide-ranging, non-academic audience of economic development professionals. These may include a short case study, blog post, brief, or report.
Please consolidate all writing samples in one single attached document (PDF preferred).
About NADO and the NADO Research FoundationThe
National Association of Development Organizations (NADO)
is a membership association that represents the network of Regional Development Organizations (RDOs) across the country that includes about 400 federally funded Economic Development Districts (EDDs) that encourage economic development planning and project implementation in distressed urban, suburban, and rural regions. NADO advocates for federal policies and programs that promote equitable community development, economic competitiveness, rural development, economic mobility, and quality of place. The
NADO Research Foundation (NADO RF) , NADO’s non-profit affiliate organization, provides technical assistance, education, research, and training to support and strengthen the national network of RDOs. NADO RF provides thought leadership, conducts research, and produces publications focused on promising practices and innovative approaches that promote regional community development.
NADO and the NADO RF are committed to incorporating diversity, equity, and inclusion into all aspects of our work and seek to build a staff that reflects this commitment.
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NADO Research Foundation (NADO RF)
seeks a part-time Graduate Research Fellow to work closely with staff on various research, training, and capacity building projects in support of its
Economic Development District Community of Practice (EDD CoP) . Funded by the
U.S. Economic Development Administration , the EDD CoP provides tools, resources, and networking opportunities for EDD staff to strengthen organizational capacity and better guide regions towards becoming more competitive, resilient, and equitable.
Economic Development Districts (EDDs)
are multi-jurisdictional planning and economic development agencies federally designated by EDA. There are
over 400 EDDs
across the country that encourage economic development planning and project implementation in distressed urban, suburban, and rural regions.
Under the direction of the Deputy Executive Director and Associate Director, the Graduate Research Fellow will conduct research, write case studies and reports, and assist with planning and delivering in-person and virtual training and networking activities for the EDD CoP and other projects as they arise.
Specific Responsibilities May Include:
Research content for case studies, articles, and in-depth research reports
Assist in planning content for conferences, workshops, forum sessions, webinars, or other events
Proofread articles and social media materials prepared by other staff
Develop, manage, and analyze results of various surveys
Assist with the NADO Washington Conference, regional conferences, special events, special reports, newsletters, and other related communication programs
Other duties as assigned
Required Skills/Experience:
Strong understanding of issues related to regional economic development, in particular those affecting small urban and rural communities, in order to contribute to research and training deliverables
Strong writing and verbal communication skills to gather information and communicate with management and other staff
Must be a team player and have research experience in following a research plan to identify sources, collect and analyze information, and present findings
Experience or capability in developing resources that are accessible for wide-ranging audiences
Basic skills with Microsoft Office products, such as Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, as well as Adobe Acrobat Pro. Successful candidates will also have a level of proficiency with various virtual meeting and training platforms including Microsoft Teams, Zoom, the GoToMeeting suite of training programs, and others
Educational Requirements:Bachelor’s degree required. Candidates should be enrolled in a graduate program, though recent graduates will also be considered in certain circumstances. Students pursuing a Master’s degree in planning, journalism, social sciences, economic development, transportation, environmental studies, public administration, public policy, or related subjects are encouraged to apply.
Location:The NADO office is located in Washington, DC, and is designed to offer a hybrid work experience with staff working from home and in the office as needed or desired. A successful candidate can be located in the DC area or elsewhere in the US.
Physical Demands:The work is generally sedentary, although some slight physical effort may be required. The work requires frequent computer and telephone use.
Compensation:This is a part-time position for up to 20 hours per week at a rate of $18/hour. It will run through June 2025. Temporary employees, including interns and graduate fellows, are not eligible for insurance benefits through NADO. However, temporary employees will be eligible for sick leave in accordance with state-specific regulations.
Application Process:Click here to apply online.
You will be asked to submit the following:
1-page maximum cover letter explaining why you are interested in the position and working at the NADO Research Foundation, and how your skills and experiences meet the position requirements outlined above
Resume
1-2 writing samples that showcase your ability to research, write, and share information with a wide-ranging, non-academic audience of economic development professionals. These may include a short case study, blog post, brief, or report.
Please consolidate all writing samples in one single attached document (PDF preferred).
About NADO and the NADO Research FoundationThe
National Association of Development Organizations (NADO)
is a membership association that represents the network of Regional Development Organizations (RDOs) across the country that includes about 400 federally funded Economic Development Districts (EDDs) that encourage economic development planning and project implementation in distressed urban, suburban, and rural regions. NADO advocates for federal policies and programs that promote equitable community development, economic competitiveness, rural development, economic mobility, and quality of place. The
NADO Research Foundation (NADO RF) , NADO’s non-profit affiliate organization, provides technical assistance, education, research, and training to support and strengthen the national network of RDOs. NADO RF provides thought leadership, conducts research, and produces publications focused on promising practices and innovative approaches that promote regional community development.
NADO and the NADO RF are committed to incorporating diversity, equity, and inclusion into all aspects of our work and seek to build a staff that reflects this commitment.
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