POSITION SUMMARY:

This position works broadly towards ULI’s mission, particularly supporting sustainability, healthy, and equity. Reporting to the Executive Director Terwilliger Center for Housing (TC), the Associate, Terwilliger Center for Housing is responsible for a combination of project management, event coordination, relationship management, and research support. The Associate must demonstrate strong organizational skills and interest in collaborative exchanges. Must have the ability to work independently and have the flexibility to assess and adjust individual priorities on an ongoing basis to meet team goals. The ideal candidate should have a basic understanding of and a strong interest in housing development, housing policy, and the real estate industry.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage the application and award processes for ULI’s annual housing awards programs.
• Conduct research activities under and supervision of TC visiting research fellow and the Executive Director.
• Coordinate jury meetings and support the awards jury in any related needs.
• Support engagement of ULI members, including:
  • Administration of the TC webinar series.
  • Publication of the TC newsletter.
  • Development and management of cohort of local housing councils and task forces.
• Represent the Center internally and externally, as needed.
• Assist with program development for the ULI’s annual Housing Opportunity Conference.
• Coordinate event logistics with the internal team and external vendors.
• Coordinate planning calls and support event committees and session-vetting process.
• Support event marketing, registration, and online presence in collaboration with the Marketing, Convenings, and Strategic Communications team.
• Provide coordination for semi-annual TC National Advisory Board Meetings.
• Support administration, logistics, and content for other housing-focused convenings, including the Legacy Forum on Multi-family Housing.
• Provide administrative support for TC research and publication.
• Support the Center’s relationships with ULI members and content-focused partners.
• Lead engagement with contractors and vendors related to events and activities.
• Present the Center’s content to internal members and partner audiences (occasionally).

QUALIFICATIONS:

• General knowledge of and passion for housing policy, urban planning, or residential real estate development.
• Ability to write about complex topics for a broader or generalist audience.
• Experience reading, understanding and synthesizing academic literature.
• Outstanding organization skills with the ability to manage several projects simultaneously.
• Experience planning and managing small-scale events, preferably in a professional setting.
• Experience with Outlook and Microsoft Excel.
• Demonstrated project management or coordination skills, preferably in a professional setting.
• Demonstrated research and writing skills.
• Experience in research, education, and outreach projects.
• Experience in nonprofit organization helpful.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in website management, using WordPress and graphic design, using InDesign
• Familiarity with both qualitative and quantitative research methods (or the ability to learn), including:
  • Assembling quantitative dataset and producing summary statistics.
  • Conducting qualitative research and interviews and synthesizing results.
  • Using statistical software such as RStudio.
  • Data visualization, including GIS.
• A minimum of 1 years’ experience in a project coordination or administrative role with some project coordination responsibilities.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree, relevant coursework preferred.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

ULI has a robust benefits package which includes health, dental, and life insurance, vacation and a retirement plan. Compensation is commensurate with experience. Expand HR Consulting (EHR) has been retained to conduct the search. To apply, please submit your letter of interest and resume to EHR, Erica Raphael, Sr. Consultant, [email protected].

ULI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran or active military status, alienage or citizenship status, arrest or conviction record, credit history, salary history, caregiver status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or partnership status, familial status, unemployment status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence or any other status protected by applicable law.