Tennessee-based Graduate Student Analyst

Analysts work alongside other NCGrowth staff to provide technical assistance to community leaders, business owners, policymakers, and anchor institution leaders in order to create good jobs and new wealth in economically distressed communities. Since 2012, analysts have helped hundreds of NCGrowth clients. This position would be working in East Tennessee.Key Responsibilities Conduct in person, phone, video conference-based interviews and surveys with small business owners, community leaders, and lenders in eastern Tennessee, including Carter, Greene, Hancock, Hawkins, Johnson, Sullivan, Unicoi, and Washington Counties.Assist with data collection and market research on local lending products, financial institutions, and small business trends.Support analysis and synthesis of qualitative and quantitative data for inclusion in reports and presentations.Build and maintain professional relationships with local partners, businesses, and organizations to facilitate community engagement.Collaborate with the NCGrowth project team to prepare written summaries, presentations, and deliverables.Participate in site visits and represent the project professionally during community and stakeholder meetings.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and ExperienceCurrently enrolled in related program (preferred fields: Business, Public Administration, Economics, Planning, Communications, or related disciplines).Excellent verbal communication and interviewing skills; comfortable independently engaging diverse community stakeholders.Strong writing and analytical abilities, including experience organizing qualitative or survey data.Outgoing and professional demeanor; able to build trust quickly with small business owners and community leaders.Valid driver’s license. Willingness and ability to travel independently throughout Eastern Tennessee’s eight county service area, including Carter, Greene, Hancock, Hawkins, Johnson, Sullivan, Unicoi, and Washington Counties. Travel reimbursement provided.Self-starter with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage tasks independently while meeting deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and ExperienceFamiliarity with East Tennessee or other rural communities.Experience conducting community-based research, business outreach, or economic development projects.Familiarity with survey tools (e.g., Qualtrics, Google Forms) and data analysis software (Excel).Understanding of small business ecosystems, community lending, or CDFI programs.
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