Philanthropy Research & Strategy Analyst

Fidelity Foundations; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Fidelity Foundations in Boston seeks an Analyst to support program staff by conducting research and analysis to ground philanthropic investments. You will contribute to developing foundations’ strategies and gain breadth through involvement with other research projects.

The role emphasizes data-driven work and delivering insights in PowerPoint, Excel, and Word, with collaboration across teams to increase impact and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of work experience in research, analysis, or project management.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to develop fact-based narratives.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build consensus and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Conduct data-driven research and analysis to deepen understanding of geographies and issues of interest.
• Assess philanthropic landscape for regions or issues and identify gaps and opportunities.
• Support projects that advance strategic grantmaking, including tools for program staff, measurement and evaluation.
• Develop deliverables to communicate findings in PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Diplomacy

Confidentiality

Negotiation/Consensus

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Job description

Fidelity Foundations in Boston seeks an Analyst to support program staff by conducting research and analysis to ground philanthropic investments. You will contribute to developing foundations’ strategies and gain breadth through involvement with other research projects.

The role emphasizes data-driven work and delivering insights in PowerPoint, Excel, and Word, with collaboration across teams to increase impact and efficiency.