Research \u0026 Evaluation Manager
- Employer
- Children's Literacy Initiative
- Location
- Philadelphia, PA, United States
- Salary
- Competitive
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Children's Literacy Initiative (CLI) is seeking a Research and Evaluation Manager to guide the organization on topics related to program evaluation, research, measurement, and assessment. The Research and Evaluation Manager reports directly to the Deputy Executive Director/Chief Academic Officer.
Organization
CLI is a mission driven organization that is committed to embracing the diverse array of individuals who comprise our team. We draw inspiration for innovation from the children we serve and from educators, administrators, and the work-at-large. Founded 30 years ago, CLI is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization that provides educators with training and coaching in the most effective practices for early literacy instruction for prekindergarten through fifth grade. CLI's work has been validated by prestigious organizations and has garnered national attention. CLI's proven theory of action shows that when teachers receive the right combination and intensity of training and coaching, they can become exemplary instructors who make an impact in helping children achieve. Our workshops and institutes build teachers' understanding of literacy and the art and science of teaching children how to read and write. By focusing on professional skills that improve over time and are not lost when administrations, buildings, or curricula change, CLI helps create a sustainable, school-wide culture of literacy that introduces students to the joys of reading, writing, and life-long learning.
Primary Responsibilities
•Manage and guide internal evaluation and planning
•Improve CLI's evaluation methods and tools
•Manage external evaluations and evaluation grant projects
•Analyze and interpret data
•Direct the strategic use of data
•Writing for publication and communicating research findings to a general audience
•Manage internal Research and Evaluation team that currently includes a Research Analyst and a Research Assistant
Education
Master's degree required ideally in Education Research, Public Policy, or related Social Sciences field that includes background on research and evaluation, outcome measurement, or statistics. PhD preferred.
Experience
•Experience in a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on metrics and data driven decision making, preferably in a non-profit organization
•Experience with qualitative and quantitative research methods
•Experience working with large quantitative and qualitative datasets, and working knowledge of quantitative and qualitative analysis methods and software
•Experience writing for publication and communicating research findings to a general audience.
•Prior experience managing or overseeing research, evaluation, or performance management projects. This should include experience supervising staff, project budgeting and planning, and managing workflow.
•Prior experience working in education, specifically with urban school districts and experience collaborating with and managing external evaluation partners preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
•Excellent strategic thinking skills, with the ability to operationalize concepts and transform ideas into action as well as apply research findings to ongoing program development
•Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team and to interface diplomatically with all levels of internal and external contacts.
•Exceptional project management, prioritization, and planning skills, with demonstrated success producing high-quality deliverables on time and within budget
•Superb writing skills
•Non-profit management experience, data visualization, and knowledge of research and current trends in the field of early education strongly preferred.
Benefits and Compensation
CLI offers excellent compensation and benefits for full-time employment. Coverage options include health, dental, vision, company paid LTD, Life, AD&D, and Long Term Care insurance, 403(b) with a company contribution, generous Paid Time Off, and Flex Spending Accounts. In addition, CLI offers excellent training and professional development.
CLI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Organization
CLI is a mission driven organization that is committed to embracing the diverse array of individuals who comprise our team. We draw inspiration for innovation from the children we serve and from educators, administrators, and the work-at-large. Founded 30 years ago, CLI is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization that provides educators with training and coaching in the most effective practices for early literacy instruction for prekindergarten through fifth grade. CLI's work has been validated by prestigious organizations and has garnered national attention. CLI's proven theory of action shows that when teachers receive the right combination and intensity of training and coaching, they can become exemplary instructors who make an impact in helping children achieve. Our workshops and institutes build teachers' understanding of literacy and the art and science of teaching children how to read and write. By focusing on professional skills that improve over time and are not lost when administrations, buildings, or curricula change, CLI helps create a sustainable, school-wide culture of literacy that introduces students to the joys of reading, writing, and life-long learning.
Primary Responsibilities
•Manage and guide internal evaluation and planning
•Improve CLI's evaluation methods and tools
•Manage external evaluations and evaluation grant projects
•Analyze and interpret data
•Direct the strategic use of data
•Writing for publication and communicating research findings to a general audience
•Manage internal Research and Evaluation team that currently includes a Research Analyst and a Research Assistant
Education
Master's degree required ideally in Education Research, Public Policy, or related Social Sciences field that includes background on research and evaluation, outcome measurement, or statistics. PhD preferred.
Experience
•Experience in a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on metrics and data driven decision making, preferably in a non-profit organization
•Experience with qualitative and quantitative research methods
•Experience working with large quantitative and qualitative datasets, and working knowledge of quantitative and qualitative analysis methods and software
•Experience writing for publication and communicating research findings to a general audience.
•Prior experience managing or overseeing research, evaluation, or performance management projects. This should include experience supervising staff, project budgeting and planning, and managing workflow.
•Prior experience working in education, specifically with urban school districts and experience collaborating with and managing external evaluation partners preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
•Excellent strategic thinking skills, with the ability to operationalize concepts and transform ideas into action as well as apply research findings to ongoing program development
•Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team and to interface diplomatically with all levels of internal and external contacts.
•Exceptional project management, prioritization, and planning skills, with demonstrated success producing high-quality deliverables on time and within budget
•Superb writing skills
•Non-profit management experience, data visualization, and knowledge of research and current trends in the field of early education strongly preferred.
Benefits and Compensation
CLI offers excellent compensation and benefits for full-time employment. Coverage options include health, dental, vision, company paid LTD, Life, AD&D, and Long Term Care insurance, 403(b) with a company contribution, generous Paid Time Off, and Flex Spending Accounts. In addition, CLI offers excellent training and professional development.
CLI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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