Associate Director, Research and Evalution - United Way of Central Carolinas : Job Details

Associate Director, Research and EvalutionPOSITION TITLE: Associate Director, Research and Evaluation DEPARTMENT: Community Impact REPORTS TO: Director of Research and Evaluations TYPE: Full Time, Exempt Salary- $77,528 - $84,219 United Way of Greater Charlotte is boldly investing in what if. When Charlotte ranked last in the nation for economic mobility, United Way challenged ourselves and others to say what if every neighborhood has the resources it needs to break the cycle of poverty? And what if every person has equal access to opportunities? In response, United Way is going directly to where the needs are the greatest and is bringing new voices to the table to promote racial equity and ensure every neighborhood thrives. We believe that by challenging the what ifs and by moving together in hope, we can build thriving communities. United Way is seeking an Associate Director to join United Way's Community Impact team. The Associate Director will work independently and as a member of a team to plan and execute research and evaluation projects, including designing and planning evaluations; collecting, compiling, validating, and analyzing data; as well as designing and producing charts, graphs, briefs, presentations, and reports that present findings and recommendations. The Associate Director will be committed to delivering high-impact and actionable research that informs, guides, and influences practice. An ideal candidate would have strong quantitative and qualitative skills, prior experience in community-based participatory research, and experience with research projects that involve evaluation design, implementation, analysis, and dissemination. Responsibilities: --- Plans and implements all phases of research and evaluation projects, including design, quantitative and qualitative data collection, analysis, and reporting --- Supports data collection and development of necessary infrastructure and/or systems that support evaluation and/or continuous quality improvement --- Applies statistical and qualitative methods to analyze trends, outcomes, and impact --- Maintains data integrity and accuracy throughout research processes --- Translates findings into actionable insights, recommendations, and best practices --- Proactively serves as translator among multiple stakeholder groups, bridging the gap between research and practice --- Supports analyses and reporting related to grants, ensuring accuracy, compliance with funder requirements, and alignment with organizational standards --- Contributes to building organizational capacity for data-driven decision-making --- Leads research and evaluation team meetings to coordinate projects, share progress, and align on priorities and next steps --- Works closely with representatives from the nonprofit sector, and local government to ensure that all voices and perspectives are incorporated into the execution of evaluation efforts --- Collaborates with United Way staff to effectively communicate results and enhance story-telling both internally and externally --- Proactively learns and grows professionally through various avenues, but not limited to: online courses, in-person classes, seminars, conferences, books, etc. --- Serves as a proactive and contributing member to the United Way team, performing duties and providing support outside of the functions listed above --- Represents United Way in local and national meetings on issues relating to data, measurement, and evaluation as necessary What You'll Need: Education, Experience, and Skills --- Bachelor's Degree in Social Science, Public Health, Psychology, Public Policy, Education or related field --- Doctorate or master's degree is preferred --- Significant relevant work experience, with a focus on research, evaluation, and capacity building in the social-sector --- Experience tackling social-sector issues using a mix of quantitative and qualitative research and analysis techniques to assess impact and promote continuous improvement --- Skilled project manager, able to drive project scope, set and track to timelines, and effectively engage others to make progress, as well as manage across multiple projects with competing priorities --- Prior experience with Community-based Participatory Research --- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint --- Strong project management skills, with the ability to effectively plan, execute, and oversee multiple initiatives --- Ability to present information and ideas clearly and persuasively to executive teams, volunteers, and the board of directors --- Demonstrated success in collaborative work environments, group facilitation, and engaging leadership volunteers --- Excellent organizational, time management, interpersonal, and communication skills --- Adaptability to change, with the ability to work independently and apply strong problem-solving skills --- Exceptional written and verbal communication skillsUnited Way of Greater Charlotte is committed to having a workforce that reflects our entire community. United Way opposes racism and oppression in all its forms and believes the nonprofit work environment is enhanced when diverse groups of people with ideas come together to achieve common goals. United Way understands that diverse representation and perspectives are vital to our success. We are dedicated to continuous learning and active participation in diversity initiatives while advocating for equitable opportunities across racial, ethnic, gender, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic backgrounds. We are committed to deepening understanding of historically marginalized communities' experiences, particularly Black, Indigenous, and Latinx groups, to create more inclusive environments Workplace values --- Take action and go! Be bold and not afraid of a little competition or thinking outside the box even when opportunities seem unimaginable. Create a new path one-step at a time, you got this! --- Openly collaborate in the pursuit of truth and doing what is right. Welcome tough conversations, don't make assumptions, and rely on others, together we are stronger! --- Sometimes things just need a shake-up. Whether internally or out in the community, we aren't afraid to be disruptive. Understanding that we may leave a few feathers ruffled along the way, if it is the right thing to do and benefits our community, we will take the chance! --- Inaction is the enemy of innovation. We are a perpetual work in progress, striving to be better, constantly learning and taking risk to be the best we can be. Learning from our mistakes and paving the way for continual betterment. --- Teamwork makes the dream work. Bottom line, we need each other. Working together makes us all better individually and makes us awesome as a group. Understanding what others strengths and weaknesses may be and using that knowledge to guide, support, and model our work makes for a successful and high performing team. --- Recognizing and appreciating our differences only make us better. We all share in the responsibility to create a positive culture and to safeguard equity, inclusion, dignity, and respect for all. Each member of our team will be a role model for others. Benefits: Comprehensive benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, 401k Defined Contribution Plan, Paid Holidays and Paid Time-Off. United Way of Greater Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion We recognize that candidates may not check every box in our requirements list. If you're passionate about ending homelessness, have relevant skills and experience, and are eager to learn, we strongly encourage you to apply. Studies show that people from underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply unless they meet 100% of the qualifications. We value diverse perspectives and believe that your unique combination of skills, experiences, and enthusiasm might be exactly what we need. Our goal is to build a talented, diverse team committed to our mission-so please don't hesitate to submit your application.Apply Nowwith our quick 3 minute Application!* Fields Are RequiredWhat is your full name?First NameHow can we contact you?EmailPhone NumberNumber TypeWhat is your preferred method of communication? #J-18808-Ljbffr