Senior Associate, Insights & Impact

FIDELITY FOUNDATIONS; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Fidelity Foundations in Boston, MA seeks a Senior Associate, Insights & Impact to conduct research and translate evidence into grantmaking insights. You will lead analyses, synthesize findings, and craft strategic deliverables to guide program staff and leadership.

The role emphasizes data-driven strategy, cross-functional collaboration, and effective communication within a hybrid, in-person team environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related work experience; experience in management consulting preferred.
• Experience in nonprofit organizations, philanthropy, research, analytics, or strategy-related work valued but not required.
• Demonstrated experience conducting qualitative and quantitative analysis and developing clear written or presentation materials.

Responsibilities

• Lead quantitative and qualitative research and analysis, including data analytics, secondary research, interviews, and synthesis of findings.
• Develop deep understanding of sectors, regions, organizations, issues, trends and opportunities for grantmaking.
• Translate findings into strategic insights and paths forward for program colleagues and senior leaders.
• Develop presentations, memos, data visuals and interactive reports for leadership and Board audiences.
• Manage research scope, structure, and stakeholder relationships across teams.

Skills

Data analysis

Qualitative research

Quantitative research

Strategic thinking

Presentation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Communication

Nonprofit/philanthropy knowledge

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Job description

The Fidelity Foundations are a group of private foundations that fund a diverse set of programs on a national scale. The Foundations are committed to advancing the long-term vibrancy of communities through capacity-building investments in non-profits from across arts and culture, conservation, medical science, and economic opportunity. We have a deep history of funding organizations in Boston and New England for over 50 years. We also support non-profits that strengthen the communities in other regions of the country where Fidelity Investments employees live and work.

Today, the Foundations are at an important and exciting stage in our organizational history, having grown and evolved in recent years. As our strategies and organization continue to develop, we are seeking individuals with skills and expertise that support the advancement and execution of a long-term portfolio of significant and strategic philanthropic investments.

As a capacity-building funder, the Foundations seek to make catalytic, lasting investments in non-profits at strategic inflection points and support projects that substantially enhance their impact and sustainability. Our values of excellence, integrity, respect, collaboration, and a deep sense of humility guide our grantmaking which is executed quietly, and most grants carry external anonymity.

Learn more about one of our Foundations at: www.fidelityfoundation.org.

ABOUT THE POSITION:

As a member of the Foundations’ Strategy & Impact team, the Senior Associate, Insights & Impact conducts research and analysis that help the Foundations strengthen grantmaking strategy, decision-making, and organizational learning. This role leads discrete analyses and workstreams, synthesizes findings into clear implications, and translates evidence into insights that shape the Foundations' grantmaking and impact.

Strategy, Research & Analysis (35%)

• Lead quantitative and qualitative research and analysis, including data analytics, secondary research, interviews, and synthesis of findings, to:
• Develop a deep understanding of a sector, region, organization, or issue, including trends, best practices, opportunities, and gaps
• Assess the philanthropic and/or nonprofit landscape for a region or issue
• Identify broader philanthropic and nonprofit trends and translate them into implications for the Foundations’ work
• Contribute to projects that advance best practices in grantmaking, such as tools for program staff and organization-wide learning efforts.

Strategic Deliverables & Executive Communication (35%)

• Translate findings into strategic insights and potential paths forward for program colleagues and senior leaders.
• Develop clear, concise, and well-structured work products, including presentations, memos, and data visualizations and interactive reports for leadership and Board audiences.

Project & Stakeholder Management (30%)

• Help scope, structure, and manage research and analysis that inform grantmaking strategies and decisions.
• Build strong working relationships with program team members and other colleagues through clear communication and facilitation of meetings or working sessions

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

Bachelor’s degree required in a relevant field (e.g., mathematics, economics)

Experience

• 3+ years of related work experience; experience in management consulting preferred.
• Experience in nonprofit organizations, philanthropy, research, analytics, or strategy-related work valued but not required.
• Demonstrated experience conducting qualitative and quantitative analysis and developing clear written or presentation materials.

Core Skills and Capabilities

Successful candidates will bring many of the following strengths:

• Takes ownership of assigned workstreams and manages project plans, timelines, and next steps to ensure steady progress.
• Anticipates challenges, identifies when input or alignment is needed, and follows through with high-quality work.
• Works flexibly and creatively in a fast-moving, complex environment while managing multiple priorities.
• Comes up to speed quickly on new content areas and identifies patterns or topics with cross-project relevance.
• Produces clear, concise, and well-structured work products tailored to audience needs.
• Presents analysis in a way that builds confidence, advances shared understanding, and supports effective collaboration.
• Brings intellectual curiosity about social issues, philanthropy, and the nonprofit landscape in the United States.
• Actively pursues opportunities to deepen content knowledge, strengthen analytical skills, and improve work quality.
• Applies critical thinking to assess information, test assumptions, and draw out key insights and the “so what.”
• Recommends practical paths forward based on sound judgment, analysis, and project context.

This position will be based in Boston, MA on a hybrid schedule with a requirement to work in-person a minimum of 3 days per week with colleagues; successful candidates will need to undergo a comprehensive background check.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

The Fidelity Foundations offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, an annual performance-based bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package.

The Fidelity Foundations are committed to creating an equitable and inclusive professional environment. We encourage applications from candidates with a diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

The base salary range for this position is $98,000 - $145,000 per year.

Placement in the range will vary based on a variety of factors such as job responsibilities & scope, special skills, education, special certifications, candidate’s relevant experience, and other factors.

Base salary is only part of the total compensation package. Employees are eligible for an annual discretionary performance bonus in addition to their base pay.