Program Evaluation Analyst

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Program Evaluation Analyst/Grant Evaluator Status:

Exempt Schedule:

Full Time, Mon-Fri The Ness Center is seeking a detail-oriented and mission-driven Program Evaluation Analyst/Grant Evaluator to lead evaluation and reporting efforts across multiple grant-funded programs. This role supports services for pregnant and postpartum women, mothers, individuals in recovery, and other vulnerable populations by ensuring programs are achieving meaningful, measurable outcomes. This position works closely with program leadership to turn data into actionable insights, strengthen program effectiveness, and support compliance with grant requirements. The Grant Evaluator will also contribute to planning and evaluation strategies for future program growth and expansion. Program Evaluation & Reporting Develop and implement evaluation frameworks aligned with grant goals and funder requirements Establish measurable outcomes, KPIs, and data collection methods Design evaluation plans, including logic models and reporting structures Prepare and submit timely reports to federal, state, and private funders Data Management & Analysis Create and maintain dashboards to monitor real-time program performance Analyze quantitative and qualitative data to evaluate outcomes and effectiveness Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and consistency across programs Maintain and standardize data systems and reporting tools Quality Improvement & Compliance Produce Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) reports to guide leadership decisions Identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement Ensure compliance with HIPAA and other data privacy regulations Support audits by maintaining accurate and organized documentation Collaboration & Training Train staff on data collection, documentation, and reporting standards Partner with leadership to implement corrective action plans Present insights and recommendations in a clear, actionable format Collaborate across programs to ensure consistency in evaluation efforts Strategic Growth & Development Support grant applications with evaluation plans and outcome measures Contribute to evaluation strategies for new programs and organizational expansion Stay current on best practices in program evaluation and grant compliance What We're Looking For Bachelor's or Master's degree in Public Health, Social Work, Data Analytics, or related field preferred 3+ years experience evaluating grant-funded programs (behavioral health, maternal health, housing, or social services) preferred Strong data analysis and reporting skills (Excel, EHR systems, or similar platforms) Knowledge of federal and state grant reporting requirements Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills Ability to translate complex data into actionable program improvements The Ness Center is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for all employment; free from discrimination based on race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preferences, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.