Data Analyst

Job Description This is an 8-month contract opportunity based in Boston with our client, a public organization dedicated to making the city more equitable and inclusive. They focus on preserving affordable housing, supporting homeowners and renters, providing housing and services for those experiencing homelessness, and redeveloping properties.
As a Data Analyst, you’ll have the unique opportunity to directly shape housing policy and homelessness prevention strategies. This position offers the chance to apply advanced data analysis to pressing social issues, influence program design, and deliver insights that will positively impact neighborhoods across Boston.
Contract Duration: 8+ Months Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in public policy, economics, statistics, urban planning, computer science, social work, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• At least 2 years of professional experience in data analysis, research, or program evaluation (Master’s degree may substitute for one year)
• Demonstrated experience handling large datasets, including cleaning, transforming, and analyzing data
• Proficiency with SQL and the ability to write queries for data extraction, joins, and summarization
• Experience with visualization and reporting tools such as Tableau, Power BI, Apache Superset, or R Shiny
• Programming knowledge in R, Python, or Stata (preferred but not required)
• Excellent communication skills to translate complex analysis into actionable insights
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities and collaborate effectively

Desired Skills & Experience

• Master’s degree or relevant professional certifications
• Prior experience with government agencies, nonprofits, or social policy organizations
• Background in housing policy, homelessness prevention, or related social programs

What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown

• SQL & Relational Databases – 30%
• Data Visualization Tools (Tableau, Power BI, Superset, R Shiny, etc.) – 25%
• Programming (Python, R, Stata) – 20%
• Data Cleaning, Transformation & Analysis – 15%
• Collaboration, Reporting, & Communication – 10%

Daily Responsibilities

• Hands-On Data Analysis & Development – 60%
• Team & Cross-Department Collaboration – 25%

You will receive the following benefits:

• Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
• Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
• Paid Sick Time Leave
• Legal and Identity Protection Plans
• Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
• 529 College Saver Plan

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.