Research & Data Manager

R&D Job Description

Organizational Profile  

CarePortal is Care-Sharing technology that drives action for local kids and families in crisis. We subscribe to the vision that through the Church and Community, there can be More Than Enough care for every child, through the power of Care-Sharing and the love of Jesus. The goal is to scale meaningful connections through the local church, making a lasting impact on the lives of everyone involved. We develop and mobilize robust Care-Sharing Networks and lead with Courage, Humility, and Excellence.  

We do this through the local Church and in concert with child-serving organizations, businesses, and people who care - that’s where you come in. 

Candidate Profile  

You believe that people want to come together to care for the most vulnerable, yet they often face challenges in knowing who to help and how to connect. You know that children shouldn’t bear the heaviest burden when families face extreme hardships, and you are committed to seeing the Church and the community unite to provide compassionate care. Colleagues would describe you as a strategic leader with an eye for detail, a data-driven decision maker, and an effective communicator who understands the power of research and data. You are known for your ability to drive organizational success through thoughtful data governance and empowering others to use data as a tool for innovation and informed decision-making. You want to see a lasting impact in the lives of vulnerable children and families, fostering unity and collaboration that strengthens the community and the Church. 

As a candidate, you identify with the following statements: 

• Leading teams and inspiring collaboration are second nature to me, and I thrive when empowering others to achieve excellence. 

• Research methodology and data integrity are my priorities; I ensure every decision aligns with ethical and operational standards. 

• Solving complex problems and designing efficient systems is my passion, and I find joy in creating clarity from chaos. 

Position Summary  

Research & Data Manager, Kansas City, MO 

In this full-time role, you have a strong desire to see the effective use of research and data to drive informed decision-making, measure impact, and create positive change within the CarePortal community. You feel passionate about leading strategic data initiatives that empower others, ensure data integrity, and foster a culture of collaboration. You see technology as an opportunity and tool to create meaningful connections, and your ability to oversee data governance, ensure security, and troubleshoot challenges will bring you success in amplifying CarePortal’s impact. You are a natural leader, skilled in research methodology, data management, and problem-solving.  

You are confident in your ability to establish robust data systems and ensure their accuracy, reliability, and accessibility, supporting the broader organizational goals. Your heart is to see the Church and the community come together in tangible ways to care for those in need, and your work in data management directly contributes to that vision. Your strengths are in strategic leadership, data-driven decision-making, and process optimization, and your technical and analytical skills allow you to drive meaningful and sustainable results. 

At CarePortal, we believe that children belong in the care of healthy, loving families and that families should be supported by a local church and caring members of their community. If you are ready to put your expertise to work for a mission you care deeply about, then join us, and let’s get started as we go all out to close the front door of the foster care system in Kansas City and beyond. 
 

Your Responsibilities Include 

Research & Data Strategy: 

• Design and implement research initiatives to evaluate program effectiveness, identify trends, and support strategic decision-making. Project management with external research partners when needed.  

• Develop methodologies to measure the impact of CarePortal’s programs and initiatives.  

• Collaborate with leadership and field teams to determine research priorities and align findings with organizational goals.  

• Present research findings through reports, dashboards, and presentations to inform internal teams and external stakeholders.  

Data Governance & Integrity:  

• Implement and enforce data governance policies to maintain data quality, consistency, and compliance with applicable regulations.  

• Establish and monitor data standards, processes, and best practices to support organizational objectives.  

• Ensure data integrity, security and ethical use in research and reporting.  

Database & Research Management:  

• Oversee the collection, storage, and organization of research and operational data.  

• Design, maintain, and optimize databases for efficient data storage, retrieval, and analysis.  

• Oversee database upgrades, migrations, and maintenance to ensure system reliability.  

• Monitor data quality, identifying and resolving inconsistencies or errors.  

• Develop and execute data validation and cleansing processes.  

Data Integration & Accessibility:  

• Consolidate data from diverse sources to provide a unified and comprehensive view of organizational performance.  

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement data integration solutions.  

• Manage user access to research and data systems based on established permissions and roles.  

• Develop research-backed insights that support field operations, product enhancements and strategic initiatives.  

Data Analysis & Reporting:  

• Perform data analysis to extract actionable insights and trends that inform decision-making.  

• Create research-based reports, dashboards, and visualizations to communicate data findings to stakeholders.  

• Provide analytical support to internal teams, helping them interpret data and apply findings to decision-making.  

Data Modeling:  

• Oversee the design and maintenance of data models providing effective visualizations of organizational information.  

• Support the development of scalable data structures to meet evolving needs.  

Collaboration & Leadership:  

• Partner with leadership, field teams, and business units to identify research and data needs.  

• Lead the Research and Data team, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance feedback.  

• Foster a collaborative, research-driven culture aligned with CarePortal’s mission and values.  

Core Competencies: 

• Alignment with CarePortal’s culture pillars: courage, humility, and excellence. 

• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. 

• Commitment to innovative and responsible data management practices. 

Qualifications

Knowledge and Skills & Requirements You Bring to the Organization 

Education & Experience:  

• Bachelor's degree in data science, Research Methodology, Information Systems, or a related field. 

• Or five years of relevant data experience.  

Leadership Experience:  

• Minimum of 3 years managing teams, with a demonstrated ability to inspire, develop, and lead others.  

Technical & Analytical Skills:  

• Proficiency in database management systems (e.g., SQL), data warehousing, data visualization tools (Tableau, PowerBI, Superset), data analysis software, cloud-based data systems and platforms. (AWS, Azure). 

• Strong ability to interpret data, identify trends, and draw meaningful conclusions leading to actionable insights. 

Research & Problem-Solving Skills:  

• Experience conducting quantitative and qualitative research and applying findings to operational improvements. 

• Ability to design and implement research studies that measure program effectiveness and impact. 

• Effective troubleshooting of data-related issues with a focus on resolution. 

Communication & Project Management Skills:  

• Skilled in translating complex data concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. 

• Experience in organizing and managing research and data projects from conception to execution. 

• Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity with data privacy and security regulations. 

Preferred skills: 

• Prior experience in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization. 

• Experience in impact measurement, program evaluation, or research design. 

The above description is not intended to be comprehensive, but rather a focused list of priorities. Success provides the opportunity to not only build a career but also bring much-needed support and care to local children and families in crisis across the United States. Successful candidates, like all CarePortal, LLC employees, are expected to live and work consistent with CarePortal’s vision, mission, and values. 

CarePortal, LLC, a subsidiary of the nonprofit organization The Global Orphan Project (GO Project), is Care-Sharing technology that drives action for local kids and families in crisis.  

This platform, which brings Christian churches to the point of care for each request made on behalf of children and families, can be used to connect a diverse network of churches, child-serving agencies, businesses, and individuals who care. Learn more at www.careportal.org. 

CarePortal, LLC offers a competitive benefits package for full-time positions (30 hours per week) including health, dental, vision and employer paid life insurance, retirement savings and generous PTO plan and a highly competitive, market-indexed compensation when compared to similar non-profit roles. Compensation is commensurate with relevant skills and experience.  

The Global Orphan Project is a 501c3 nonprofit located at 3161 Wyandotte, Kansas City, MO 64111. 

CarePortal LLC associates are at-will employees. 

www.goproject.org     www.careportal.org