Data & Evaluation Specialist

The Data & Evaluation department exists to increase impact for refugees and New Americans in Utah by supporting the design of outcome-driven projects and programs, monitoring and evaluating those programs against intended and unintended outcomes, and using what we learn to improve interventions. This allows for the IRC SLC to sustain and advocate for program funding while supporting clients’ interests.

With oversight from the Data & Evaluation Senior Coordinator, the Data Analysis Specialist will play a central role in the IRC SLC’s learning and data use initiatives. The staff person will assist with development of IRC SLC’s Data Analysis tools and protocols, with project coordination, and with compiling and disseminating findings as needed. This position reports to the Data & Evaluation Senior Coordinator.

Major Responsibilities:

•Design data dashboards for each program area, which present real-time program data on progress toward output, outcome, and objective targets in a visually appealing and easy-to-understand format.

•Prepare data dashboards for presentation and discussion at regular program Data Review Meetings.

•Oversee large data management tasks, including data transfers, data cleaning, and system exports as needed.

•Pull program reports according to grant reporting schedule and prepare data for grant reporting.

•Support program managers and administrators to find and analyze data needed for reporting, advocacy, and donor communications.

•Work with the Client Voice & Feedback Integration VISTA to collect and manage data from client influence initiatives and other program surveys and assessments.

•Manage IRC SLC’s database and software accounts, including user management, ensuring invoices are received and submitted to Finance for payment on time, building new functionality, and troubleshooting user issues.

•Lead data management and quantitative reporting for the Utah Immigration Collaborative.

•Participate in regular Data & Evaluation Team meetings and team activities, supporting the overall goals and objectives of the Data & Evaluation Team.

•Other duties as assigned.

Work Environment:

Standard work environment and regular office hours. Position based out of Salt Lake City but remote for foreseeable future.

REQUIREMENTS:

•University or Masters’ Level coursework in Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Information Systems, or similar topics; Bachelor’s degree preferred.

•Advanced Excel skills, including experience with pivot tables.

•Comfort operating in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, and Teams

•Coding and programming skills a plus

•Patience, flexibility, and a good sense of humor

•Experience coordinating or managing projects with multiple teams or team members.

•Strong written communication skills.

IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.