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Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Remote only
Organization: Results for America
Role: Manager, New Cities, What Works Cities (WWC)
Location: Flexible, within the United States
Organization Overview
Results for America (RFA) is the leading, national nonprofit organization helping policymakers at all levels of government harness the power of evidence and data to solve the world’s greatest challenges. Our mission is to make investing in what works the “new normal,” so that, one day, all government leaders use rigorous evidence and quality data to inform important policy and funding decisions. We believe that data-driven and evidence-based policy decisions should be used to increase the impact of the over $2 trillion that governments spend annually to open opportunities and advance economic mobility.
Team Overview
At Results for America, one of our flagship local initiatives is What Works Cities (WWC), a Bloomberg Philanthropies-funded initiative that helps city governments across the country improve residents’ lives by using data and evidence effectively to tackle pressing challenges. To accomplish this, we work directly with city leaders and staff through coaching and implementation support, a range of online and in-person learning opportunities, and a growing professional network. This support is guided by What Works Cities Certification, the first-ever international standard of excellence for data-driven, well-managed local government.
What Works Cities Certification assesses cities based on their data-driven decision-making practices, such as whether they are using data to set goals and track progress, allocate funding, evaluate the effectiveness of programs, and achieve desired outcomes from contracts with outside vendors. The program also measures whether cities are publicly and transparently communicating about their use of data and evidence. By aspiring toward Certification and implementing the best practices outlined in the program’s criteria, cities across the country are more effectively delivering results for residents. What Works Cities Certification also serves as an international recognition program, which celebrates and accelerates the use of data and evidence in local governments by rewarding achievements and providing a clear path to excellence. Since our launch in 2015, we have helped more than 300 cities make progress on their most pressing issues, from health and public safety to homelessness and blight.
Scale Overview
With the upcoming 10-year anniversary of What Works Cities, the initiative is entering an exciting phase. The initiative will continue to scale throughout North, Central, and South America, adding to the milestone of 100 Certified cities total, while exploring other regional markets. The initiative is designing new and innovative ways for cities to engage and build capacity within the WWC network, from starting their path towards Certification to deeper engagement with Certified cities. The focus will be on how to ensure the What Works Cities Standard and its corresponding Criteria and best practices related to good, well-managed local government are elevated globally, embedded into key institutions, as well as continue to refine its model based on consistent research and evaluation.
Position Overview
Results for America is seeking a dynamic professional with a passion for improving the performance of city government with strong research, analytical, and interpersonal skills to join the WWC City Experience team. The Manager will play a crucial role in guiding a portfolio of cities through the assessment process, evaluating cities’ practices against the What Works Cities Standard and supporting cities’ progress towards achieving Certification. This position will also support the development of WWC content to help cities advance on the Standard of Excellence in consultation with WWC leadership and, where needed, outreach and recruitment efforts (i,e pitching or attending conference) to bring cities into the WWC Initiative and efforts to scale WWC throughout target regions.
Travel up to 30-40% annually will be required for city visits and/or attendance at external convenings.
This is a full time, exempt position, based in a home office anywhere within the U.S.
Position Reporting Relationship
The Manager, New Cities, What Works Cities reports to the Associate Director, New Cities, What Works Cities.
Position Responsibilities
The responsibilities of the Manager include, but are not limited to:
Experience, Competencies, and Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications, as well as an alignment with Results for America’s mission and organizational values:
Experience & Qualifications:
Competencies & Skills:
Salary and Benefits
Results for America offers a compensation package that includes:
The salary range for this position is $84,023- $95,693.
New hires are typically brought into the organization at a salary between the range minimum and the salary range midpoint depending on qualifications, internal equity, and the budgeted amount for the role.
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