Mercy Partnership Fund Impact Data Specialist

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 at www.mercyinvestmentservices.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: 

Under this engagement, the contractor will support Mercy Partnership Fund by providing: 

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, StoryMaps); 

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 withholdings and retains discretion over how the services are performed, subject to agreed-upon deliverables and timelines. 

Reports to: 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 

Applicant Questionnaire: 

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? 

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

How does this position align with and contribute to your near-term and long-term goals? 

Application Process: After submitting through Handshake, forward brief written responses to the applicant questionnaire to HR@mercyinvestments.org. Please include Impact Data Specialist in subject line