Impact Analyst

Major Duties And Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design, planning, and implementation of program evaluation initiatives to assess effectiveness and inform continuous improvement.
• Develop, administer, and refine data collection tools, including surveys, tracking forms, interviews, and focus groups, ensuring alignment with best practices.
• Monitor and maintain data quality, collaborating with program staff to improve collection processes and ensure integrity within systems such as Apricot, the cloud-based case management platform, providing staff training and system support.
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative data analysis, including descriptive and multivariate statistical methods, and interpret findings to generate actionable insights.
• Create clear, impactful data visualizations, reports, and presentations for diverse audiences, translating complex findings into actionable recommendations for program managers and leadership.
• Support project management for evaluation initiatives, including defining scope and timelines, tracking deliverables, and facilitating workgroups or ad-hoc meetings.
• Facilitate data-informed discussions with program teams, including navigating sensitive or challenging findings, to foster a culture of learning and continuous improvement.
• Identify and contribute to process improvements that enhance program effectiveness, efficiency, and overall impact.

Specifications For Education/Certifications/Licenses

• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, public health, statistics, or a related field required.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Required Skills And Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in research, program evaluation, or data analysis, ideally within a non-profit, social services, or mission-driven context.
• Strong analytical skills, including experience with descriptive and multivariate analyses, longitudinal studies, or predictive modeling and qualitative analysis.
• Familiarity with statistical software such as R, SPSS, or Stata.
• Deep commitment to URI’s mission, vision, and core values, with a passion for advancing meaningful social impact.
• Strong attention to detail and a high standard for accuracy and data integrity.
• Advanced organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects effectively.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to interpret complex quantitative and qualitative data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present findings clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences.
• Prowess in collaborating across teams, building strong partnerships, and driving successful outcomes.
• Deep commitment to ethical, trauma-informed, and confidential handling of sensitive data, particularly when working with vulnerable populations.

Physical Requirements

• Will be required to read printed and handwritten materials.
• Will be required to manipulate the computer mouse and keyboard.
• Will be required to read information on computer screen.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time.
• Must be able to enter information in digital forms and spreadsheets.