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Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Comprehensive understanding of SNAP-Ed components, programs, and processes
• Proficiency with key concepts and tools of program assessment and reporting.
• Hands on knowledge in data analytics and the use of data management tools.
• Skills to create databases and securely store all program related data and a nonnegotiable commitment to do the same. 
• Ability to model complex phenomena and a fascination with finding insights from data.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proposal and report writing skills appropriate for the SNAP-Ed program. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

Essential Job Functions

• Develops and implements robust evaluation plans to measure the effectiveness of SNAP-Ed interventions, aligning methods with the academic direction set by the program leadership. 
• Oversees the collection of qualitative and quantitative data, ensuring accuracy and completeness. 
• Analyzes data, draws insights, and prepares reports to guide program improvement and communicate impact. 
• Expert level use of NPEARS and PEARS reporting systems, among other assessment related software tools. 
• Use of effective means of communication, including web and social media communication, to engage with the stakeholders and communicate findings and other program related information. 

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a social science or closely related field, preferably with some coursework in research methods. 
•  At least one year leadership experience in professional settings where data was gathered, analyzed, drawn conclusions, and applied in decision situations. 
• Hands on experience in the assessment of outcomes related to change interventions.