Mercy Partnership Fund Impact Data Specialist; Contractor

Position: Mercy Partnership Fund Impact Data Specialist (Contractor)

Role Profile

Mercy Partnership Fund Impact Data Specialist

Contract Manager: Impact and Loan Administration Manager

Status: Independent Contractor (Temporary)

Hourly Rate: $20 – $25/hour

Hours: Approximately 5-20 hours/week, based on project needs

Location: St. Louis, Missouri;
Remote

Duration: February to June 2026

Organization

Launched in February 2010, Mercy Investment Services provides for the collective investment and professional management of the endowment and other investment funds of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas and their sponsored ministries, while working for a just and sustainable world and embraces socially responsible investing as a means of promoting systemic change, with emphasis in the areas of nonviolence, racism, environment, concern for women, and immigration.

Our multifaceted socially responsible investing program includes shareholder advocacy engagement with companies, proxy voting, portfolio screening and impact investing (both community and market rate investments). More information is available cyinvestmentservices.org. Mercy Partnership Fund, the global community investing program of Mercy Investment Services, provides investments to mission-driven organizations and funds, including those that are working to alleviate poverty and protect the environment.

Engagement

Responsibilities Impact Measurement & Analysis

• Assisting with the collection, review, and input of survey response data into an analytic impact measurement system
• Support assuring data validation, following up with investees to clarify discrepancies
• Assist in compiling quantitative and qualitative data, including narrative responses and impact stories, to identify trends and insights

Data Management

• Support in the maintenance of accurate and organized datasets for impact reporting, while ensuring data integrity and consistency across multiple sources.
• Support in the development of data visualizations illustrating social impact

Research & Generalized Support

• Conduct research on relevant community investment topics and emerging trends in the field
• Assist in drafting and editing various communication materials
• Performing other duties as assigned to support MPF’s objectives

Position Qualifications Required

• Solid computer, software and database skills with strong knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat
• Experience with data analysis tools or techniques, and data visualization
• Ability to work collaboratively and/or independently on multiple projects, prioritize and take initiative to proactively identify and address issues
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, highly organized, and ability to execute tasks in a timely manner
• Demonstrated personal integrity and a commitment to ethical principles
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and knowledge of cultural differences
• Excellent written, verbal, analytical and communication skills

Preferred

• Bachelor’s or graduate degree in social work, business administration, public administration, sociology, data science, statistics, or a related field
• Basic Proficiency with CRMs (e.g. Salesforce) and/or data visualization tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau, ArcGIS, Story Maps)
• Understanding of social justice principles and commitment to equity

Independent Contractor Classification

This role is a temporary independent contractor engagement, not an employment position. The individual engaged in this role will not be considered an employee of Mercy Investment Services and will not be eligible for employee benefits. The contractor is responsible for all applicable taxes, insurance, and with holdings and retains discretion over how the services are performed, subject to agreed-upon deliverables and timelines.

Applicant

Questionnaire

1) Tell us about a research or data‑driven project you’ve worked on. How did you gather and synthesize the information, and what did you learn during the process?

2) Which of Mercy Investment Services’ core values resonates most with you, and how do you see yourself demonstrating this value in your work?

3) How does this position align with and contribute to your near‑term and long‑term goals?

Application Process

Send a resume, cover letter, and written responses to (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Please include Impact Data Specialist in the subject line.

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