Strategic Insights Manager

Global Prairie; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Prairie in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Manager, Insight & Strategy who can turn qualitative and quantitative research into actionable insights and compelling communications for diverse audiences. You will lead research, analysis and strategic messaging, support public affairs and stakeholder communications, and guide junior staff.

Travel occasionally; 4+ years in strategy or insights; experience with Qualtrics or SurveyMonkey is a plus; welcoming a mission-driven culture.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and critical thinking with insights from research.
• Exceptional writing, messaging and storytelling capabilities.
• Ability to translate complex information into clear communications for different audiences.
• Experience supporting public affairs, reputation management, issues management or stakeholder communications is preferred.
• Willingness and availability to travel occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Conducts qualitative and quantitative research to identify meaningful insights, trends and strategic opportunities.
• Analyzes data and research findings to develop clear implications and recommendations for clients and internal teams.
• Develops strategic messaging, positioning platforms and audience-focused communications grounded in research and insights.
• Demonstrates strong writing and editing skills across reports, presentations, messaging frameworks, briefing materials and client communications.
• Translates complex information into compelling narratives tailored to specific audiences and objectives.
• Supports the creation of insightful reports, strategic recommendations and client-ready deliverables.
• Supports public affairs, reputation management, issues management and stakeholder communications initiatives.
• Presents findings and recommendations clearly and confidently to clients and stakeholders.
• Coaches and guides Associate and Junior Associate team members.
• Contributes to proposal development and business development efforts.
• Identifies innovative approaches for communicating insights and strategic opportunities.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Storytelling

Writing

Communication

Public affairs experience

Travel availability

Tools

Qualtrics

SurveyMonkey

Job description

Global Prairie in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Manager, Insight & Strategy who can turn qualitative and quantitative research into actionable insights and compelling communications for diverse audiences. You will lead research, analysis and strategic messaging, support public affairs and stakeholder communications, and guide junior staff.

Travel occasionally; 4+ years in strategy or insights; experience with Qualtrics or SurveyMonkey is a plus; welcoming a mission-driven culture.