Evaluation and Impact Manager (Hybrid) Confluence Collaborative
Saint Louis, MI - USA
Job Summary
The Manager will be a major contributor and writer for the Universitys Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement application. This self-study process requires collaboration with units across campus to build shared evaluation infrastructure and ensure that evidence and learning are at the center of the Collaboratives work.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Program Evaluation and Impact
- Design implement and manage the office-wide assessment framework ensuring that program evaluation plans systematically guide data collection analysis and use to improve program decision-making.
- Develop evaluation strategies for Confluence Collaborative programs and initiatives including logic models theories of change priority evaluation questions data collection instruments and evaluation reporting templates.
- Lead the full evaluation cyclefrom planning and instrument design through data collection analysis and reportingfor priority Collaborative programs each year.
- Synthesize and translate evaluation findings into accessible reports dashboards and presentations for diverse audiences including university leadership community partners and funders.
- Build a culture of continuous learning and data-informed practice by facilitating regular structured reflection among program staff and stakeholders.
- Provide evaluation consultation and capacity-building support to Collaborative staff so that assessment is embedded in program design from the start.
- Identify and track key performance indicators for community engagement activity across the Collaboratives program portfolio.
Carnegie Classification Self-Study
- Co-lead WashUs Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement self-study process from preparation through submission coordinating all phases of data collection application completion and review.
- Develop a comprehensive project timeline engage campus stakeholders and ensure alignment between self-study documentation and institutional community engagement priorities.
- Craft and write all section of application narrative using data and stories collected through the data collection process.
- Maintain institutional knowledge of Carnegie Classification criteria best practices and peer institution approaches to inform ongoing engagement infrastructure.
- Coordinate follow-up activities between classification cycles to sustain readiness and continuous improvement including but not limited to monthly university-wide community-engagement impact gatherings
Data Management and Cross-Campus Collaboration
- Collaborate with units across campusincluding schools student affairs research offices and community partnershipsto create collect and maintain community engaged scholarship program evaluation data.
- Design and implement data collection systems and tools (surveys tracking databases reporting platforms) that enable consistent reliable measurement of community engaged scholarship activity across the University.
- Maintain a centralized repository of engagement data stories and evidence to support institutional reporting grant applications and strategic communications.
Strategic and Institutional Contribution
- Contribute to the Confluence Collaboratives strategic planning by providing data-informed insights on community engagement trends gaps and opportunities.
- Represent the Collaborative in University-wide committees working groups and external professional networks related to assessment program evaluation impact scholarship and community engagement.
- Stay current with national trends in community engagement assessment engaged scholarship and higher education social impact measurement frameworks.
Performs Other Duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
- Normal office environment
Physical Effort
- Typically working at a desk or table
- Repetitive wrist hand or finger movement
Equipment
- Office equipment
Education:
Masters degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
Work Experience:
Skills:
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Required Qualifications:
Masters degree in a relevant field such as public health social work education sociology public policy or a related discipline.
Preferred Qualifications:
PhD in evaluation public health social sciences public policy or a related field.
Demonstrated knowledge of program evaluation frameworks logic models theories of change and mixed-methods research design.
Hands-on experience developing and administering data collection tools (surveys interview guides focus groups) and analyzing both quantitative and qualitative data.
Proven ability to synthesize data into clear compelling reports and presentations for varied audiences including practitioners leadership and funders.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with a track record of making complex findings accessible to non-technical stakeholders.
Demonstrated commitment to equitable ethical and culturally responsive evaluation practices when working with diverse communities.
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple evaluation projects timelines and campus relationships simultaneously.
Education:
PhD or terminal degree or combination of education and experience may substitute for minimum education.
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Skills:
Community Engagement Data Compilation Data Reporting Impact Assessment Multitasking Policy Analysis Presentation Design Program Evaluation and Review Technique (PERT) Program Evaluations Project Management Qualitative Research Quantitative Research Verbal Communications Written CommunicationFor frequently asked questions about the application process please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.
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Up to 22 days of vacation 10 recognized holidays and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
Wellness challenges annual health screenings mental health resources mindfulness programs and courses employee assistance program (EAP) financial resources access to dietitians and more!
Family
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care Weve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
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