Research & Data Manager, Planned Parenthood Federation of America, New York, NY

Research & Data Manager

Posted on: October 9, 2013
Posted by: Planned Parenthood

SUMMARY

For nearly a century, Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA) has fought for a world where every woman has immediate and unfettered access to the basic reproductive care and knowledge that is her human right. With its 70 affiliates managing nearly 800 health centers nationwide, Planned Parenthood provides family planning and reproductive health care services, education, and information to millions of women, men, and young people each year.

Planned Parenthood's Research Department is looking for a Research & Data Manager to join its team. Working with a substantial degree of independence, yet under the direction of the National Director of Research and senior research staff, this Research & Data Manager will perform a variety of complex research and analytical tasks including: research design, data management, and analyses; coordinating research projects; compilation of information and writing reports, including publishable products. Additionally, he/she will train and supervise research interns that periodically work within the Research Department.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement data analyses using SPSS, Stata or another social science analysis package;
• Gather and synthesize information, including literature reviews.
• Assist with IRB-related preparation.
• Manage analysis of data and the writing up of findings.
• Design, format, and proofread survey instruments, with direction from senior staff.
• Supervise all tasks related to maintaining proper documentation of research activities and archiving of project files concerning data collection.
• Serve as project manager and work closely with project staff to oversee budget and staffing needs, while monitoring project schedules and work plan.
• Assist in various aspects of proposal development, such as developing analysis plans and budget estimates for research activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in a relevant social science, health, statistics, or demographic field.
• 5 years of directly related work experience.
• Demonstrated experience in performing complex coding and data analysis procedures using statistical packages such as SPSS, Stata or SAS.
• Experience analyzing patient visit data and/or large longitudinal datasets.
• Experience with various quantitative analysis techniques such as survival analysis, propensity score matching, time series, GEE, etc.
• Ability to liaise with and professionally manage communication with: consultants, collaborators, and/or organizations.
• Solid communication, organizational and management skills. 

HOW TO APPLY

Apply on-line at:
https://plannedparenthoodext.hire.com/viewjob.html?optlink-view=view-95137&ERFormID=newjoblist&ERFormCode=any

Planned Parenthood Federation of America is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus and innovation.

Associate Director of Research & Outcomes, Crittenton Women's Union, Boston, MA

Associate Director of Research and Outcomes

Posted on: June 21, 2013
Posted by: Crittenton Women's Union

WHO WE ARE

As a leading nonprofit innovator that combines program delivery, independent research, and public advocacy to help lift low-income women and their families out of poverty, Crittenton Women's Union (CWU) offers a wide range of rewarding career opportunities. When you join CWU, you become part of deeply committed team that serves between 1,100 and 1,500 people annually through its mobility mentoring, housing, education, and workforce development programs.

Crittenton Women's Union is a high-performing and innovative organization whose work is achieved through the fundamental values of inclusiveness and diversity, mutual respect, support, and learning.

GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES

The Associate Director will be a key collaborator with the Director of Research and Evaluation in supervising all aspects of CWU program outcomes including the development of metrics, data collection, internal and external reports on outcomes, and linking program measurement to relevant local and national benchmarks.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF THE POSITION

 

1.Direct supervision of the CWU Outcomes Measurement process including development of metrics, data collection and data quality, and the development of internal and external outcomes reports designed to improve programs and general knowledge about program impacts on women's self-sufficiency.

2.Supervision of Outcomes Management Coordinator

3.Strategize and oversee use of evaluation as a tool in accomplishing direct service program goals

4.Oversee development and implementation of data collection and outcomes measurement in CWU mobility mentoring partnerships

5.Collaborate with Director and VP in producing publications and briefing papers on topics related to promoting economic independence for low income women

6.Supervise staff training on data collection

7.Supervise relationship with outside vendor (Social Solutions) regarding technology for outcomes measurement

8.Supervise relationship with all funding sources regarding reporting requirements and ensure data compliance

9.Coordinate and manage CWU's quarterly outcomes Workgroup meetings

10.Represent CWU at external meetings, speaking engagements, and conferences.

11.Contribute to CWU's online presence through the development of data representation and reports on website

12.Some travel is required, primarily local travel between different work sites in and around Boston. Out of state travel may be required as CWU programming opportunities expand

13.Other related research, supervisory and development duties as necessary.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

1.Experience in a fast-paced innovative environment with strong emphasis on data-driven decision making

2.Excellent analytic ability with advanced quantitative skills and expertise with database applications.

3.Working knowledge of statistics essential, advanced statistics a plus

4.Experience in translating quantitative data for a wide variety of audiences, particularly experience with use of visually displaying data (ie. infographics, graphing, etc.)

5.Excellent research and writing skills with demonstrated capacity to effectively integrate and present data within written reports

6.Excellent team building and communication skills

7.Outstanding project management skills with the ability to develop ambitious goals and achieve them on time and within budget

8.Familiarity with Social Solutions Efforts to Outcomes database desirable

9.Experience and comfort in public presentations of research material

10.Flexibility, self-motivation, enthusiasm, and good sense of humor essential

EDUCATIONAL & OTHER REQUIREMENTS

1.Masters degree in relevant field such as economics, political science, public policy or psychology highly preferred

2.Supervisory experience

3.5 years of relevant quantitative research experience required

4.Commitment to CWU's mission of promoting economic independence among low income women essential to the position

5.Minority and/or multilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Requires prolonged sitting, some bending, stooping and stretching. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator and other office equipment. Requires normal range of hearing and eye sight to record, prepare and communicate appropriate reports. Work is performed in an office environment. Work may be stressful and fast paced at times.

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this position, please click on the link below to complete the online employment application: https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=5587181