Job Description

Passion. Purpose. Impact. CJP is at the heart of Greater Boston's Jewish community, but our reach is felt around the world. Ranked by BBJ as Massachusetts’ largest non-profit organization – CJP is a philanthropic investor and mobilizer of people, resources, and skills that make a bigger difference locally and globally. We focus on making Jewish life and learning accessible to all individuals and families in Boston and beyond. We thoughtfully invest in the care and well-being of all community members. And we provide stability and growth to nonprofit organizations and institutions that underpin our community. Our greatest resource is our people — the staff, volunteers, partners, and leaders who help make Greater Boston’s Jewish community a welcoming home. It’s this energy and commitment that drive CJP’s mission. We are one of Boston's oldest and most respected philanthropic organizations and we are currently seeking a Research and Evaluation Specialist.

The Research and Evaluation Specialist owns project management and performs independent projects, as well as manages some administrative duties and general support for the Research, Evaluation, and Measurement team. Specifically in this role, the Specialist will be responsible for managing, coordinating, and implementing various evaluation projects and activities. This includes, but is not limited to, owning the full cycle process for surveys from design through to data analysis and presentation and the execution of the grant-reporting process. The position requires a high level of professionalism and confidentiality in interactions with staff, outside agencies and volunteer leadership.

Essential Functions:

• Survey and Data Management Design and manage the development of questionnaires and surveys Manage all aspects of online survey projects, including coding surveys with advanced logic into Qualtrics (CJP’s preferred survey management tool) and monitoring responses Produce preliminary analysis and reports for CJP’s online surveys Lead tracking of evaluation reports/data collection from grantees and provide regular updates and recommendations to department colleagues regarding grantees’ reports and outcomes

Grant Reporting

• In partnership with other members of the Research, Evaluation, and Measurement team, manage all aspects of the reporting process for CJP grantees. This includes ensuring compliance with grant requirements and deliverables, tracking and sharing all pieces of the process with relevant stakeholders, and producing comprehensive summaries.

• Represent CJP and liaise with community partners and grantees on grant requirements and expectations.

• Assist in the development, refinement, and implementation of strategic plans and outcomes evaluation for department priorities, ensuring integration with the coordination and management of grant reporting functions for CJP grantees.

Administrative Support for the AVP and the Research team

• Design and create tools for department colleagues (e.g., workbooks and templates) to be used for strategy planning and goal-setting

• Develop and implement high-quality tools on research and evaluation projects for internal and external audiences.

• Produce research summaries, briefs, literature reviews, and/or memoranda

• Provides administrative support to the AVP, Research and Evaluation and the team. This support will include scheduling and meeting assistance, coordination across other teams and departments, data collection/analysis, external reporting, event assistance, and coordination of invoices.

• Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation.

Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Experience:

• 2-3 years of research or experience or equivalent, with experience performing independent projects and administrative duties

Skills/Competencies:

• Experience in survey development and design

• Proficiency in survey platform(s) (e.g., Qualtrics, SurveyMonkey)

• Ability to analyze data, using Excel and data visualizations tools, including, but not limited to, pivot tables, frequency tables, and descriptives

• Designs PowerPoint presentations and materials

• Proficiency in data storytelling

• Proficiency with building data visualizations in Power BI

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

• Familiarity working with database systems

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Effective interpersonal skills, verbal and written communication skills

• Aptitude for detail and commitment to accuracy and follow through

• Ability to author, accurately edit, and proofread documents and correspondence

• Ability to work on independent projects, manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

• Ability to exercise initiative and sound judgment and to respond resourcefully under varying conditions

• Ability to maintain confidentiality

Organizational Relationships/Scope:

Reports to AVP, Research and Evaluation and works closely with Director, Research and Evaluation, and other members of Strategy and Impact with direction and oversight from the AVP.

Working Conditions:

• Hybrid Work Schedule: Tuesdays and Wednesdays in office work is required; Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays remote work option applies.

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods, much of which will be working at a computer.

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds.