Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Arnold Ventures
Job overview
The Evidence and Evaluation Manager at Arnold Ventures leads projects to promote evidence-based policymaking and advance policy reform in key social areas.
Responsibilities and impact
The manager develops and manages research investments, reviews grant proposals, supports grantees, drafts legislative language, collaborates with teams, and communicates findings to drive evidence-based policy.
Compensation and benefits
The salary range is $95,000-$130,000 with benefits including fully paid medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off, holidays, hybrid work policy, parental leave, 401k with match and profit-sharing, professional development and charitable giving stipends, relocation bonus, and employee assistance program.
Experience and skills
Requires an advanced degree or equivalent experience, 3-5 years in social policy research or impact evaluations, strong quantitative and analytical skills, project management, communication skills, and interest in research-driven social policy.
Career development
The role offers professional growth through managing high-impact projects, collaborating across teams, and contributing to advancing evidence-based policy reform.
Work environment and culture
Arnold Ventures fosters an adaptable, intellectually curious, action-oriented culture valuing respect, audacity, collaboration, depth of thought, and clear communication in a hybrid work environment.
Company information
Arnold Ventures is a philanthropy focused on systemic change in areas like education, criminal justice, health, infrastructure, and public finance, supporting bipartisan policy reforms since 2008.
Team overview
The candidate will join the Evidence and Evaluation team, which focuses on funding rigorous evaluations, scaling effective programs, and supporting research efforts across policy areas.
Job location and travel
This position is based in Houston, TX with a hybrid work schedule of four days in office and one remote day.
Unique job features
The role involves managing diverse research investments, influencing policy through evidence, and working within a philanthropy committed to systemic social change with a strong culture of innovation and impact.
Company overview
Arnold Ventures is a philanthropic organization dedicated to tackling pressing social issues through evidence-based policy solutions. They focus on areas such as criminal justice reform, education, health, and public finance, aiming to drive systemic change and improve lives. Founded by Laura and John Arnold, the organization leverages strategic investments and partnerships to influence public policy and achieve measurable impact. Their approach combines rigorous research, advocacy, and innovation to address root causes and create sustainable solutions.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your experience in managing rigorous social policy research and impact evaluations, emphasizing your advanced degree or equivalent expertise in social policy research and causal research designs.
Focus on showcasing your project management skills, ability to synthesize complex quantitative data, and experience supporting research partners to align with Arnold Ventures' Evidence and Evaluation team priorities.
Apply through multiple platforms including Arnold Ventures' corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and reach.
Connect with current Arnold Ventures Evidence and Evaluation team members on LinkedIn, using ice breakers like commenting on recent AV research initiatives or expressing your enthusiasm for evidence-based policymaking to build rapport.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'evidence-based policy,' 'causal research designs,' 'project management,' 'quantitative analysis,' and 'policy reform' to improve your chances of passing initial screenings.
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