We are a unique small business working at the intersection of domestic and international development to improve social, economic, and environmental resilience. We have an exciting entry-level opportunity for an individual with one or two years of related experience who is passionate about helping communities maximize the impact of their homeless assistance programs.

The Cloudburst Group offers a robust benefits program to full-time, part-time, and intermittent employees based on their eligibility, which includes 120 hours of paid time off, 11 paid holidays, health insurance, life insurance, retirement savings, flexible spending accounts, and voluntary supplemental benefits.

As part of a team of analysts, this Jr. Analyst position will provide support for the development and implementation of technical assistance projects for federal (HUD-funded programs) and direct engagements with state and local government clients in the areas of community development, homeless assistance, affordable housing, grants management, compliance, reporting, and planning. The Jr. Analyst will also assist in the preparation of a variety of reports, assessments, and evaluations. This is a remote position.

Projected compensation range: $47,500 to $65,000 ($22.84/hr to $31.25/hr)

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for various project teams including coordination of product development, meetings, and training.
• Assist with general administrative support, including tracking and reporting on monthly project status, monitoring project budgets, and developing business proposals.
• Conduct research, data analyses, management studies, cost-benefit analyses, and similar activities.
• Participate as an active team member providing recommendations and ideas to strengthen project processes and activities.
• Support web-based planning and reporting system end users.
• Draft, edit, and enter narrative responses in web-based planning and reporting systems.
• Review work product for compliance with standards.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field social and political sciences, urban planning and development, economics, business, and social work.
• One to two years of related experience. Experience with federal grants management a plus.
• Excellent written communication skills: ability to convey information clearly and concisely.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills specifically Word and Excel. Math proficiency also required.
• Demonstrate independence and initiative to learn new skills as part of a fast-paced team-centered work environment.
• Interpersonal skills and flexibility are essential.
• Ability to follow instructions on assigned tasks and seek support as necessary.

Company Information

The Cloudburst Group (Cloudburst) is a mission-driven Women-Owned Small Business whose staff strives to create impact, empower communities, and build resiliency. Cloudburst works at the intersection of domestic and international development with the goal of improving the effectiveness of programs and investments targeted to build social, economic, and environmental resilience in the U.S. and abroad.

Cloudburst’s work is guided by a mission to improve economic, social, and environmental resilience. To this end, many of the populations and communities we work with focus on addressing structural and institutional racism that disproportionately impacts Black, Indigenous, and other people of color. Cloudburst believes that effective services and solutions are created with communities historically impacted by the systems we are attempting to transform. We strongly encourage applications from people who are representative of the culturally and ethnically diverse communities we work with.

The Cloudburst Group is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. Cloudburst will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.