Manager, Research and Evaluation

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Position:  Manager, Research and Evaluation

Location:

Toronto, Ontario

Job :  1106

# of Openings:  1

Manager, Research and Evaluation

We are committed to pay transparency and equity. The hiring range for this role is $75,000 - $85,000 annually.

United Way Greater Toronto is currently seeking a Manager, Research and Evaluation to join our team.

How you will make a difference:

Coordinate and/or carry out social and systems change research and evaluation projects, including conceptualization, design, selection of methodology (qualitative and quantitative), information gathering, data analysis, report writing, presentation of findings and other knowledge mobilization activities, and post-project evaluations

Assist in the design of research and evaluation project proposals and work plans, and preparation of resource and budget estimates for projects undertaken by United Way

Perform spatial analysis, using ArcGIS

Conceptualize and support monitoring and evaluation design and theories of change that are grounded in the appropriate

Bring an assets-based and solutions-focused lens to all research and evaluation projects

Integrate United Way’s Equity and Reconciliation Action Plan goals into research and evaluation priorities and work plans

Select and apply the appropriate qualitative and/or quantitative research methods required to carry out social, economic and policy research and evaluations

Perform simple statistical analysis and data analysis

Provide advice and coaching to colleagues on the development of research and evaluation plans, including data collection methods, analysis, and use of theories of change and performance measurement tools

Monitor major research activities, public policy developments and evaluation practices relevant to United Way

Prepare background reports and briefing notes on selected studies, reports, articles and policy developments

Prepare briefing materials for senior management on research findings and their policy implications and on evaluation findings and the project management implications

Assist in identifying and stewarding key partner relationships to advance the organization’s research, evaluation and public policy agenda

Help to create forums for dialogue with government, funders, agencies and donors on topics impacting the human services sector and our strategic priorities

Represent the United Way on community, coalition and collaborative research, public policy and evaluation initiatives, as well as on external committees and working groups

Participate in United Way projects and teams and work closely with colleagues in other units and departments

What you bring to the role:

3-5 years’ experience in social science research and evaluation

Master’s level degree or higher in the social sciences, public policy, urban studies, or related field, or equivalent work-related experience preferred

Demonstrated ability to conceptualize, plan, develop, and implement research and/or evaluation projects

Demonstrated ability to apply qualitative and/or quantitative research methods and conduct simple statistical analysis

Demonstrated ability to conduct spatial analysis through ArcGIS

Knowledge and experience with community-informed and community-engaged research methods and approaches

Prior experience in solutions-based research, public policy analysis, and advocacy will be an asset

Advanced skills in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and demonstrated experience with key software such as SPSS, NVivo, and similar analytical tools

Knowledge of current social, economic and…