Program Evaluation Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in District of Columbia, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Oversee the design, execution, and enhancement of program evaluation frameworks across AFT initiatives.

• Create evaluation plans that align with program objectives.

• Establish uniform evaluation methodologies across various programs while catering to specific program requirements.

• Identify avenues for expanding and enhancing the organization's evaluation capacity.

• Design and implement both qualitative and quantitative data collection methods, including surveys, interviews, and focus groups.

• Manage data collection efforts to guarantee data quality, consistency, and confidentiality.

• Assist in the development of an internal database and data management system.

• Synthesize findings into actionable insights that support program enhancement and organizational learning.

• Prepare technical reports, summaries, presentations, and other communications to convey evaluation results.

• Convert evaluation findings into practical recommendations for staff, leadership, funders, and partners.

• Contribute evaluation insights to grant reports, publications, presentations, and organizational communications.

• Lead the development of a comprehensive organization-wide impact evaluation system and toolkit.

• Collaborate with program staff and external partners throughout the evaluation process.

• Provide technical assistance regarding evaluation design, data collection, and interpretation.

• Facilitate workshops, meetings, and discussions with stakeholders.

• Identify and implement innovative evaluation methods, tools, and best practices.

• Contribute to applied social science research on program effectiveness and participant outcomes.

• Integrate evaluation findings into program planning, strategic decision-making, and organizational learning.

• Report to the Senior Social Scientist and collaborate internally and externally within AFT’s Research division.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Master’s degree in a social science-related field is preferred, or a related Bachelor’s degree.

• A documented 2-5 years of professional experience in program evaluation.

• A preferred background in agriculture, ecosystem services, environmental science, or a similar field.

• Documented experience with both qualitative and quantitative data.

• Experience conducting surveys using software such as Survey Monkey or Qualtrics.

• Experience in managing confidential data and ensuring respondent anonymity using data management systems.

• Proficient in analyzing quantitative data using tools such as Excel or R.

• Proficient in analyzing qualitative data using software like NVivo or Dedoose.

• Experience in group facilitation.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex data into accessible language for diverse audiences.

• A self-starter with the ability to work independently.

• A collaborative and constructive team member.

• A strong commitment to AFT’s mission of preserving farmland, promoting sustainable practices, and supporting farmers.

• Ability to work during regular business hours in a local US time zone.

• Willingness to occasionally work evenings or weekends.

• Some travel may be required.

• Resume, cover letter, and responses to all screener questions are mandatory.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical & Prescription Coverage.

• Dental Coverage.

• Vision Coverage.

• Company Paid Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability (LTD).

• Voluntary Life Insurance.

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) – Healthcare & Dependent Care.

• Health Savings Account (HSA).

• 401k Plan.

• Sick Leave: Regular full-time employees accrue 13 “sick days” annually.

• Vacation Leave: Accrue 15 days during the first year, increasing by one day per year to a maximum of 20 days.

• Twelve fixed holidays.

• A week off between Christmas and New Year’s.

• Up to three floating holidays.

• Remote work opportunity.

• A diverse and inclusive work environment.

• A purpose-driven, committed, knowledgeable, high-performing, experienced, and enjoyable team.