Senior Analyst

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.

Established in 1985 by Frank Hawkins Kenan, the Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise is a nonpartisan business policy think tank affiliated with the UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School. The nonprofit institute and its affiliated centers convene leaders from the private sector, academic community and government to build a greater understanding of how entrepreneurship, economic development and global commerce can work for the public good. The institute leverages best-in-class research to develop market-based solutions to today's most complex economic challenges. In doing so, the institute aims to support businesses and policies that better the lives of people in North Carolina, across the country and around the world.

Analysts work alongside other NCGrowth staff to provide technical assistance to business owners, policymakers, and anchor institution leaders in order to create good jobs and new wealth in economically distressed communities. Since 2012, Analysts have helped hundreds of NCGrowth clients.

Examples of Past Projects:
* Creating financial models, business plans, marketing plans, SOPs, HR policies for small- and medium-sized businesses
* Connecting small farmers to grocery chains and other institutional buyers
* Analyzing purchasing data to improve institutional procurement processes
* Eco-, cultural, and historic tourism development
* Supplier diversity strategic plans
* Writing economic development case studies (www.homegrowntools.unc.edu)
* Forestry and farm management plans
* Asset-based economic development planning
* Manufacturing process improvement
* Data cleaning, merging, and de-duplication of business directories

Examples of Past Clients:
Tortilla manufacturer
County, municipal, Tribal and state governments
Veterans housing real estate development
Small farmers collective
Airplane manufacturer
Military bases
Recreation and event venue

Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to the field assigned and one year of related training or experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Coursework in Business, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Agribusiness, Forestry, Natural Resource Management, Marketing and Communications, Finance and Accounting, Social Media, Digital Marketing, Engineering, Manufacturing, Library Science, Statistics, Learning Sciences, City and Regional Planning, Public Policy, or Public Administration

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu

Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.