Specialist, Assessment

Specialist Assessment

About StriveTogether
StriveTogether is a national network of community partnerships that bring together neighbors including youth and families nonprofits businesses schools and more to work toward a future where youth can thrive in their communities. Cradle to Career Network members change the way their communities work together by building connections sharing resources and using data to put more young people on a path to economic mobility. Our work helps young people meet seven key life milestones so that they have the opportunities they need to reach their goals and ultimately thrive.

StriveTogether team members are community supporters difference makers and compassionate leaders. We are champions for every child and committed to personal and professional growth. We thrive by working entrepreneurially embracing innovation risk-taking and adaptability in service of our bold mission. We pursue new opportunities while remaining responsive to a diverse and evolving group of stakeholders including our network members national partners and funders. Our team is energized by a dynamic fluid environment and is committed to courage progress and results as we work to improve life outcomes for all youth.

About you

You are experienced in qualitative analysis and dedicated to using data to inform practice and support learning. A strong leader with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to collaborative approach in building and implementing assessment practices. Youre a relationship person who is tech savvy committed to bringing rigor in practice and using data in service of results.

You are committed to ensuring all children and families have every opportunity they need to succeed. To be successful in this role you must be aware of the complex dynamics of our national educational landscape and the challenges that community members face on the path to achieving economic mobility

About the position

Reporting to the Director of Assessment and Evaluation the Specialist Assessment is responsible for developing and managing the data collection processes for multiple stakeholders to track qualitative and quantitative progress including working directly with StriveTogethers Pathways Impact Fund. Additionally the Specialist will lead cross-functional teams to deliver cohesive data collection communications encourage data use in continuous improvement and develop high-impact analyses and presentations for our stakeholders. This person will represent StriveTogether in external meetings presentations and partner communications communicating clearly and professionally with partners and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Data Collection Frameworks and Communications (40%)

• Lead data collection across Network members Pathways Impact Fund grantees and members of the Pathways Impact Collaborative to assess progress and inform supports to drive impact at scale
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to define data needs and goals implement collection strategies address challenges and produce high-quality data from large-scale initiatives

• Build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders bringing executive presence and clear communication in meetings presentations and ongoing partner engagement
• Strengthen and coordinate data collection processes across teams and stakeholders managing external consultants to meet quality standards deadlines and key milestones
• Support members and grantees by communicating the value of data and advising on collection methods and use
• Design and oversee data collection communications and resources including webinars and materials specific to the Theory of Action

Data Analysis and Synthesis (50%)

• Conduct qualitative analysis of individual narratives across all stakeholder groups (Network members Pathways Impact Fund grantees Pathways Impact Collaborative) and generate insights across stakeholder groups
• Design implement and facilitate data capability trainings for internal and external stakeholders to promote effective data interpretation and use
• Develop written reports and other deliverables identifying key insights for broader sharing and actionable recommendations for specific stakeholders
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement; solicit and act on stakeholder feedback regarding data collection processes and experience
• Present findings to external leadership internal leadership funders and team

Survey Design Implementation and Analysis (5%)

• Support organizational internal- and external-facing survey strategy
• Support survey design process while gathering feedback from cross-functional team members for bi-annual Network survey Convening survey and other ad hoc surveys
• Summarize survey findings support team in the development of appropriate and actionable recommendations and present findings to executives

Organizational Responsibilities (5%)

• Adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Participate in staff meetings organizational trainings cross-functional teams and interview processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and skills

Required Qualifications

• Experience using Salesforce
• Demonstrated ability to analyze qualitative data (e.g. survey open responses interviews focus groups) and synthesize findings into clear insights and recommendations
• Strong relationship-building skills with external partners including comfort presenting data insights in stakeholder-facing settings.
• Experience with survey platforms (e.g. FormAssembly Jotform) and ability to quickly learn new data collection technologies
• Strong attention to detail with demonstrated project management skills
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive data with discretion and professionalism
• Excellent written communication skills including clear and concise document and report writing
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and external partners
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word Excel and PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years working in an analytical capacity
• A strong orientation and commitment to integrating racial and ethnic equity in assessment and evaluation
• Proficiency with quantitative data analysis
• Prior experience in non-profits or educational settings

Location and Work Requirements

This role can be remote or hybrid (3 days in office) based out of StriveTogethers downtown Cincinnati headquarters.We will consider remote applicants from most U.S. locations; however were currently unable to support employment in Hawaii Alaska Montana or Puerto Rico due to operational limitations.

StriveTogether prioritizes candidates from locations proximate to StriveTogether partner locations.

This role will require up to 15-20 travel for non-Cincinnati staff with slightly less for staff based out of headquarters. Candidates should have the ability to effectively use remote work technology including Slack Zoom and other technology.

Compensation and Benefits

This is an exempt role. StriveTogethers salary structure includes a geographic differential based on a candidates location. To give candidates a sense to potential total compensation we offer the following candidates offered an initial interview with our team we can answer questions at that time.

• For candidates living in locations approximating the national average for cost of labor which is like that of Cincinnati where we are headquartered the base salary range for this role is $.
• For candidates living in locations with moderately higher cost of labor relative to the national average which include cities such as Chicago and Dallas a candidate can expect total compensation to be in the range of $.
• For candidates living in very high cost of labor markets such as Washington DC New York City and Los Angeles candidates can expect total compensation to be in the range is $.

StriveTogether is committed to fair compensation practices. To ensure consistency salaries are determined based on the readiness for the position market competitiveness and fair pay structures across the team. As a matter of policy StriveTogether makes a best and final offer and does not negotiate.

StriveTogether also provides competitive benefits and professional development opportunities including:

• 15 days paid time off with an additional four personal days eleven holidays and a five-day break at the end of the year. PTO increases to twenty days after five years and staff members can apply for sabbatical in their seventh year of employment.
• Competitive health and dental benefits with up to $2500 contribution from the organization for HSA for HDHP participants.
• Automatic 3% employer contribution to retirement plan and up to another 1% based on a total of 5% employee contribution.
• Options for professional development internally and externally including webinars conferences and trainings.
• Paid parental leave.
• 100% paid vision short-term and long-term disability basic life insurance and access to Employee Assistance Program.
• Cell phone internet and $250 yearly home office stipend

Application and Interview Process

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis with a target start date in April 2026. The process below is reflective of the typical process but may adjust slightly based on need and timing.

• Phone screen
• Hiring manager interview
• Performance task (candidates are compensated for their time)
• Panel Interview
• Reference checks

We encourage candidates to apply by February 19 2026 for their application to be considered.