Director, Polling and Data Analysis Team

About the Role:

NPA Polling, a leading company within a dynamic political, grassroots, and strategic communications firm, is seeking a Director to join our Polling & Data Analysis team. This is a key role for someone with experience in survey research, data analysis, and a strong interest in Republican politics. Prior experience in campaign or public policy work is a plus. As the Director, you will manage and mentor a team of research analysts and oversee all stages of the survey research process. You will report directly to the EVP of the Polling & Data Analysis team and have the opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of the department.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with internal teams to understand stakeholder needs and develop long-term research strategies.

• Lead and mentor a team of research analysts, ensuring quality assurance and excellence in their work.

• Oversee all stages of the research process, including:

o Developing research surveys and questionnaires o Setting sample quotas and pulling sample data

o Coordinating with external vendors for survey fielding

o Processing and weighting raw data o Guiding the creation of stakeholder reports and presentations

• Present research findings to internal teams and external stakeholders, providing actionable insights.

• Stay up to date with the latest advancements in research methodologies and technologies, continuously improving research practices.

• Manage specialized research projects as needed.

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Basic Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Political Science, or a related field.

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in survey research, political campaigns, or public opinion research.

• At least 1 year of experience managing a team of direct reports.

• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to engage and support senior leaders.

• Experience in project management, with excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially PowerPoint), programming language (SQL or Python) and statistical software (SPSS preferred).

• Understanding of regression analysis, cluster/factor analysis, segmentation, and other advanced analytical methods.

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Preferred Qualifications (what will set you apart):

• Experience in Alteryx or R for data analysis.

• Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau or PowerBI.

• Experience with qualitative research techniques such as focus groups and IDIs.