Program Associate at verainstituteofjustice

Compensation

$77,000 – $80,000/yr

Setup: Hybrid
Location: New York, New York
Type: Full-time
Level: not_specified
Posted: Aug 11, 2026

Description

The Program Associate supports the Sentencing Reform Initiative team, focusing on driving research, coalition-building, and legislative support in various states. Key responsibilities include coordinating project activities, conducting research, drafting materials, managing stakeholder relationships, and assisting with internal collaboration and external outreach.

Required Skills

Research
Writing
Organizational skills
Microsoft Office Suite
Strategic thinking
Problem-solving
Analytic skills
Interpersonal skills
Communication skills

Additional Information

Required Previous Experiences: Three plus years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Coursework or a graduate degree in progress in public policy, social work, political science, criminal justice, or a related field; or equivalent work experience; or relevant work, educational background, or lived experience as a person directly impacted by the criminal legal system.
Experience or demonstrated interest in coalition work involving people impacted by the criminal legal system and/or crime survivors.
Experience or demonstrated interest in legislative advocacy campaigns.
Event/convening planning experience, including logistics, agenda-setting, and materials, in both virtual and in-person settings.