Benefits:
401(k)
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Title - Metrics Analyst Client: National Science Foundation Location: Alexandria, Virginia Employment Type: Full-Time
Position Overview
The Metrics Analyst will support the Office of Legislative and Public Affairs (OLPA) at the National Science Foundation by analyzing the effectiveness of communication campaigns and outreach initiatives. The role focuses on tracking performance metrics across digital platforms, events, media outreach, and stakeholder engagement to help improve NSF communication strategies.
Key Responsibilities
Communications Strategy Support
Assist in developing communication strategies aligned with NSF’s mission and national priorities.
Support audience-specific engagement plans and integrated communications campaigns.
Evaluate campaign performance and recommend improvements based on audience feedback and analytics.
Data Collection & Analysis
Collect and analyze data from events, digital campaigns, social media, press coverage, and outreach initiatives.
Evaluate the effectiveness and impact of communication strategies and programs.
Identify trends and insights to support decision-making and improve engagement.
Reporting & Insights
Develop reports, dashboards, and visualizations highlighting key performance indicators (KPIs).
Track digital engagement performance and campaign outcomes.
Provide recommendations to improve communication effectiveness and audience reach.
Collaboration & Best Practices
Work closely with communications teams, writers, editors, and digital media staff.
Ensure analytics insights inform future campaigns and content strategies.
Stay updated on best practices in digital analytics, media monitoring, and performance evaluation.
Required Qualifications
Minimum 8 years of professional experience in communications analytics or metrics analysis.
Experience evaluating communications campaigns and measuring outreach effectiveness.
Experience developing and analyzing performance metrics for science-focused or research organizations.
Strong analytical, reporting, and data visualization skills.