Community Development Senior Advisor

About the role

The Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland is seeking a Community Development Senior Advisor to serve as a key knowledge expert on a specific community development topic such as housing, neighborhood stabilization, human capital, small business, or community development finance. The advisor will support the District’s strategic initiatives and provide high‑level research and outreach.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the planning and coordination of research and outreach activities addressing low‑to‑moderate income (LMI) issues.
• Manage projects end‑to‑end, defining specifications, allocating resources, organizing teams, and tracking progress against Bank and CD strategic plans.
• Monitor, measure, and report outcomes of community development initiatives.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of policies, regulations, and best practices in the community development field.
• Represent the Bank on Federal Reserve System workgroups and district projects.
• Produce original research papers, articles, and reports for internal and external audiences.

Required profile

• Demonstrated expertise in a community development focus area.
• Strong strategic agility and decision‑making ability.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for building relationships with stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Commitment to the Federal Reserve’s core values and mission.

Required skills

• Applied research and policy analysis.
• Project management and coordination.
• Data tracking and indicator monitoring.
• Stakeholder engagement and outreach.

What we offer

• Opportunity to influence community development policy at a regional and national level.
• Collaborative environment with mission‑driven professionals.
• Recognition as a “Best Place to Work” in Northeast Ohio.