What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research and Evaluation Analyst position at UJA Federation of New York?
The Research and Evaluation Analyst will play a critical role in assessing the effectiveness of our programs and initiatives. This position will involve designing and implementing research projects, analyzing data, and communicating findings to support decision-making and enhance our impact. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical background, excellent communication skills, and an industrious disposition.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and conduct research and evaluation projects with supervision, including needs assessments, program evaluations, and outcome measurements.
- Develop data collection tools (surveys, interviews, focus groups) and protocols to ensure the validity and reliability of data.
- Conduct literature reviews, identifying relevant literature, reading and summarizing articles, reports and chapters, and synthesizing key findings and relationships in writing.
- Analyze quantitative and qualitative data using statistical software and other analytical tools.
- Prepare clear and concise reports, presentations, and visualizations to communicate findings to stakeholders.
- Collaborate with program staff to develop evaluation frameworks and performance metrics.
- Provide training and support to staff on data collection and evaluation practices.
- Stay updated on best practices in research and evaluation methodologies.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, public health, statistics, or a related field.
- Experience in research and evaluation, particularly within a non-profit or social services context.
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Careful attention to detail,
- Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., SPSS, R, or Stata) and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex data sets.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings to diverse audiences.
Personal Characteristics
- Engages and works collaboratively; able to effectively deal with ambiguity and respond to issues with diplomacy.
- Consultative approach; operates with a high degree of respect for professional colleagues and lay leadership
- Passion for the mission of UJA-Federation of New York
Salary Information:
The salary range for this role is $68,000 to $70,000; commensurate with experience and qualifications listed above.
Salary : $68,000 - $70,000
