• Job Description

  Req#: 104842

  The World at Abt

  Solving the world’s most pressing issues and improving the quality of life for people worldwide is what we do every day at Abt Associates. Creating a more equitable and sustainable world is no small task, but we are driven by big challenges.

  We are a team of 3,000+ people in over 50 countries working in unison and focused on the bigger picture. Only by sharing our commitment and energy do we affect change and push the boundaries of what’s possible. We welcome diverse ideas, backgrounds, and viewpoints – joining Abt means access to exceptional thinkers at the top of their game.

  To thrive at Abt is to embrace flexibility and freedom. We’ll enable your entrepreneurial spirit to design your work as you deem fit, balancing your work and personal life as needed to optimize personal well-being. Creating a more equitable world starts from within – we look after people around the world, and we’ll do the same for you.

  Ready to embrace rewarding and meaningful work? Now’s your chance.

  The Opportunity

  Abt is conducting an evaluation study of phase 3 of Mother’s Outreach Network’s Mother Up Guaranteed Income Pilot (MON GI). MON GI will provide low-income D.C. resident mothers, whose child or children have been removed by CFSA, with monthly direct unconditional payments. The study evaluates the impact that cash payments have on child reunification and health and well-being over 3 years. Abt’s research will capture the experiences of the mothers in this pilot study while receiving these payments. The Community researcher will assist the project team in participant recruitment, conducting surveys and interviews with participants, and providing the research team support throughout the project.

  Core Responsibilities

  • Apply personal knowledge of Washington, D.C.’s child welfare system and/or the Washington, D.C. community to inform data collection.
  • Assist Abt staff in quantitative and qualitative data collection.
  • Participate in project activities as assigned.

  What We Value:

  • In-person work in metro Washington, DC
  • 6 years of lived experience, or High school Diploma and 4 years of experience, or Associates degree and 2 years of experience

  What We Offer:

  We foster an environment where you can Thrive Your Way. Our innovative total rewards programs are designed to help balance your work and personal life. The approach toward your wellbeing centers around comprehensive benefits, flexible schedules, and professional development.

  Abt Global Inc. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply and work authorization is required.

  This position offers an anticipated hourly salary of approximately $24.23 per hour.

  Disclaimer: Abt will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment.

• About the company

  Abt Associates uses data and bold thinking to improve the quality of people’s lives worldwide. From increasing crop yields and combatting infectious disease, to ensuring safe drinking water and promoting access to affordable housing—and more—we partner...

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