Managing Director, Research (San Francisco / Hybrid)

POSITION : Managing Director, Research

REPORTS TO : President and CEO

STATUS : Full-Time, Exempt

STARTING SALARY : $170,000 - $187,500

LOCATION : San Francisco (Hybrid)

ABOUT THE POSITION

The California Housing Partnership seeks an experienced researcher to lead a team of mission‑driven professionals in an organization helping to lead the state’s work in addressing the affordable housing shortage by providing technical assistance, training and policy leadership.

Working under the direction of the President and CEO, the Managing Director, Research is responsible for guiding the vision, development, and implementation of the Partnership’s research, policy analysis, and program evaluation efforts to improve federal, state, and regional affordable housing policies and programs. The Managing Director, Research leads a team of research staff and fellows, oversees the development and maintenance of data tools to support research, advocacy, and public education, and manages the department’s operations and budget. In addition, the Managing Director, Research is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with foundations and other funding sources in coordination with the President and CEO and support from the Operations team.

BASIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Policy Analysis and Research (25%)

• In partnership with the CEO, plan, direct, and execute the Partnership’s mission‑driven and responsive research agenda on technical issues related to affordable housing policy.
• Regularly engage with the Partnership’s leadership and key external stakeholders to understand research needs and priorities.
• Leverage existing and develop new strategic partnerships with academic and other non‑profit research organizations in designing and implementing the research agenda.
• Direct the development of research methodologies and data management protocols that promote effective and efficient project execution and build organizational expertise.
• Expand the breadth and depth of the Partnership’s research publications including by writing periodic blogs discussing key research findings that inform important policy topics.

Supervision and Team Leadership (20%)

Team Revenue Development and Fundraising (20%)

Data Infrastructure and Tools (10%)

Communications and External Engagement (10%)

Organization Administration (5%)

QUALIFICATIONS

Our ideal candidate holds a PhD in economics, public policy, or another related field. They also bring lived experience that reflects an understanding of the need for and the impact of affordable housing. In addition, they have current and advanced expertise in the following areas :

We recognize that each applicant will bring unique skills, knowledge, experiences, and background to this position. We welcome applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds and especially encourage those with lived experience in affordable housing or housing insecurity to apply. At a minimum, we are seeking candidates who possess the following qualifications :

A PhD in a related field may substitute for three year's of experience.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS PACKAGE

The Partnership offers annual performance‑based salary increases and maintains competitive compensation ranges. Starting salary is determined based on the candidate’s experience, knowledge, and skill level.

The Partnership also offers a robust benefits package to all permanent employees working 20 or more hours per week, including :

Medical Benefits :

Workplace Support :

Financial Wellness :

Time Off & Support :

ABOUT THE CALIFORNIA HOUSING PARTNERSHIP

The Partnership is a dynamic nonprofit “think and do tank” providing critical technical assistance, training, applied research and policy leadership to increase the production and preservation of affordable and sustainable homes serving Californians who are low‑income.

To achieve this mission, the Partnership’s three technical assistance teams (finance, clean energy, applied research) work closely with a network of more than 60 mission‑driven nonprofit and government housing agencies throughout California, as well as the nonprofit associations who represent them.

A deep commitment to racial equity and inclusion grounds the Partnership’s work and policies – click here to learn more about our core equity values. An Equity Policy Advisory Board ensures that the perspectives and experiences of low‑income renters also grounds our work – click here to learn more about this board.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The California Housing Partnership is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage people of diverse backgrounds and identities to apply. For more information about the Partnership, visit our website at www.chpc.net.

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