London or York, with an expectation to attend the office at least two days a week. We are willing to explore flexible working from other locations for the right candidate
Permanent, Full Time (35 hours per week - Flexible working considered)
About the role
JRF's Insight and Analysis team produces high-quality, original and actionable JRF analysis about poverty issues. We draw on a range of data sources, commissioned research and work with partners with lived experience of poverty to better understand what's happening, why, and what can be done to solve poverty.
We are looking for someone to contribute to major elements of JRF's programmes of analytical and policy work, including taking forward new analysis, using a range of data sources, to support JRF's mission. The role offers the opportunity to undertake original and creative analysis to shed new light on poverty-related issues, as well as offering a professional analytical perspective across the wider organisation.
Contributing to the delivery of projects, rooted in analysis but closely connected to policy, you will build infrastructure to underpin fast, insightful, accurate analysis ensuring methodological rigour and high standards. Ensuring the production of high-quality analysis to be published externally and used by staff when speaking publicly (as well as contributing to JRF's policy proposals and campaign asks), you will work collaboratively and creatively with communications colleagues to convey analysis accurately as well as achieving impact.
About you
You will need an ability to deliver high quality analysis, as well as being able to work effectively across the analytical team. You will be enthusiastic about exploring the possibilities of new data sources and different analytical techniques as well as a strong commitment to social policy and solving UK poverty.
With a high level of numeracy, verbal and written communications skills, you will have experience of using data analysis software (e.g. Stata, SPSS, SAS) or other programming languages (e.g. Python, R), and be a team player who can work with colleagues across departments and with external stakeholders, as required, continually developing oneself and others.
You will be interested in social policy, UK poverty and the political environment in which social and economic policy decisions are taken and show a demonstrable commitment to diversity and inclusion and its relevance to this role.
About us
The Joseph Rowntree Foundation (JRF) is a highly regarded independent social change organisation, working to support and speed up the transition to a more equitable and just future, free from poverty, where people and planet can flourish.
Founded in 1904, a substantial endowment from the family confectionery firm means that JRF does not need to fundraise. We make grants and invest extensively in projects and partner organisations which are working to achieve the same goals. Through research, policy, collaboration and practical solutions, JRF aims to inspire action and change that will create a prosperous UK without poverty.
For us, ending poverty in the UK is a moral cause: to ensure dignity and respect for everyone, and to address exclusion and powerlessness.
How to apply
If you share our passion and this role sounds like you, then we're looking forward to hearing from you. Please submit your cv and supporting information via our online application platform.
The closing date for applications is 8th December 2024.
Interviews will be held on week commencing 6th January 2025.
Additional Information
In support of our approach to flexible working we are happy to receive applications from those seeking full time employment, as well as those who may want to share the role on a part time basis. When making your application, please state whether you want to be considered for either full or part time work and, if part time, the number of hours per week you would be looking for.
At JRF we're at our best when we're continually building on trust, showing we care and making a difference - and hope others will do the same. So for those roles which allow it, we're developing a more blended approach to how and where you work. Which means you can expect to work flexibly between the office and home.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At JRF/JRHT we believe in giving everyone an equal chance to succeed. Applications are welcome from all regardless of age, disability, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief, race, sex, sexual orientation, trans status or social economic background. We positively encourage applications from people with experience of living in poverty.
We are a Disability Confident Employer. This means that we are committed to the recruitment, progression and retention of disabled individuals. We shall also offer interviews to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for the job. If you have a disability, please tell us if you would like to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident Scheme.