XQ Institute is seeking a Senior Education Policy and Data Analyst to support their policy, research, and advocacy efforts. The role will collect, analyze, and communicate data and evidence on effective public policies and innovative school models to drive high school transformation nationwide, strengthen XQ's mission, inform strategy, and ensure credible, evidence-based communications.
Requirements
- Strong quantitative skills with experience using statistical software.
- Proven ability to analyze large datasets with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Experience developing data visualizations and dashboards.
- Demonstrated ability to produce publishable, evidence-driven materials.
Responsibilities
- Track, analyze, and communicate about state and federal policy developments related to high school transformation.
- Monitor, review, and synthesize external research on high school education, surfacing data and findings that inform XQ’s policy agenda.
- Analyze national, state, and district datasets to generate insights about high schools and transformation efforts nationwide.
- Compile and analyze evidence on innovative high school designs, highlighting opportunities and challenges for scaling transformation and improving student outcomes.
- Develop clear, evidence-driven materials—including executive briefings, fact sheets, presentations, policy reports, and online content—for both internal and external use.
- Create reporting on the performance, progress, and impact of partner schools and systems to inform strategic decision-making.
- Establish, maintain, and leverage a fact base of data and case-making evidence to support XQ’s policy, advocacy, and communications.
Other
- 2–4 years of experience in education policy, research, or a related field.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex findings into clear, actionable insights.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with experience working in cross-functional settings.
- This role will be based in Oakland, working out of our Oakland office.
