Data Manager

Job description

Healthier Generation is a leading children’s health non-profit that promotes equitable whole child health so that every mind, every body, and every young person can be healthy and ready to succeed. We believe a dedicated, intensified movement that centers equity in health practices and policies wherever kids live, learn and play is required to achieve dramatic improvements in the health and life outcomes of Black, Indigenous, People of Color, as well as communities experiencing deep poverty.

Healthier Generation works nationally and locally with schools and school districts, youth-serving organizations, businesses, and communities – building their capacity to create healthier environments where young people can thrive. Our work, in total, has reached more than 31 million children and meaningfully improved environments to support the physical, social, and emotional health of the next generation—especially those from underserved communities. Our programs are evidenced-based and evidence-informed, supported by a robust digital/virtual/live training platform and action center, as well as direct-to-community services. Through Healthier Generation programs, products and services, more children nationwide are gaining the opportunity to build a healthy future.

Job Purpose – What You Will Do

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Data Manager to oversee our data management processes and drive operational excellence. You will support and lead projects related to data, analysis, and training support across the organization, and manage data workflows and data collection practices, ensuring data integrity. You will complete analyses of internal and external data to support the growth and sustainability of Healthier Generation’s body of work specific to funder and organizational needs, leveraging analytics to support reporting and decision-making across the organization. The Data Manager will act as resident expert on our data collection systems and will train and educate staff on the utilization of those systems. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in data operations, strong analytical skills, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

​Core Responsibilities:

Data Management (30%)

Oversee the collection, organization, and maintenance of data across various systems including training staff and establishing entry/collection processes when needed.

Ensure data accuracy and integrity through regular audits and quality assurance processes.

Implement and enforce data governance policies and best practices.

Use the Microsoft CRM dashboard tool to support access to data that solely lives within a CRM.

Data Analysis (30%)

Conduct data analyses to generate reports and dashboards to visualize data insights.

Develop and maintain reports that visualize data insights for interested parties (internal and external).

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address data-related inquiries and provide actionable recommendations.

Participate in pulling and/or preparing data for ad-hoc requests.

Cross-Team Communication & Collaboration (25%)

Coordinate, plan, implement, and/or maintain workflows, processes, and SOPs to support and implement data management best practices and principles within the Evaluation & Impact team and across other teams and departments.

Build strong relationships with internal interested parties to understand their data requirements and provide support.

Work closely with cross-functional/cross-departmental groups to understand data needs and provide support in meeting project goals.

Present analytical findings and recommendations to project teams and other interested parties.

Operational Support & Administration (15%)

Provide support on new and urgent data issues and requests where necessary, including potential funding.

Help streamline data workflows and improve data processing efficiency.

Collaborate with team members on QA in general, and to troubleshoot data-related issues.

Document data processes and procedures for future reference.

Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation within data management.

Required Competencies: Who You Are

You should have a genuine interest in and commitment to making kids’ lives healthier. You are a dedicated equity driven, solution-oriented professional who values community centered approach and systems-level change. Your ability to prioritize tasks, build internal and external relationships and be self-driven prepares you for this position.

Your professional experience will show that you practice many of the following Healthier Generation core values:

Mission driven: You are passionate about creating equitable environments for young people and believe every mind, everybody, and every young person should be healthy and ready to succeed. You demonstrate passion for school and youth-serving organizations, health and wellness, quality standards and processes.

Crave Solutions: You strategize to transform systems and drive sustainability through evidence-based, data-driven approaches. You have an ability to assess and identify significant opportunities and potential problems and develop feasible solutions to address the problem.

Bridge Builders: Making intentional and effective connections externally and internally to fulfill our purpose. You can build and maintain relationships with a variety of diverse stakeholders and have an understanding of the challenges facing communities that serve Black, Indigenous, and People of Color populations.

Engage and connect: You demonstrate professionalism and courtesy with open and proactive communication to increase synergy. You assume the best intentions and practice self-management and empathy to acknowledge our own and each other’s perspective. You can effectively provide and receive feedback that is constructive, timely, and appropriate.

Never settle: You strive constantly for excellence and equity with an eagerness to improve and a zeal to stand up for generations of healthy, thriving kids. You have demonstrated knowledge and experience in cultural competency and applying an equity mindset with colleagues, leaders, stakeholders, and communities.

Virtually here: You respect the time and contributions of colleagues by being punctual, attentive, and responsive in all virtual settings. You use available technology to create an environment that facilitates person-to-person connectivity and workflow. You also have effective presentation skills (internal, external, small, large, conference calls, in-person).

Education and experience requirements for this role:

Bachelor’s degree in data science, Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field

5+ years of experience in data operations, analysis, or a related role.

Required Skills:

Advanced Excel Expertise: Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Data Tools Knowledge: Familiarity with SQL, R, Python, or similar tools (preferred).

Data Management: Strong understanding of data management concepts, workflows, and governance principles.

Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Exceptional attention to detail, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.

Communication: Ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences.

Collaboration: Strong teamwork skills with adaptability to fast-paced environments.

Specialized Knowledge:

Proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) and data analysis software (e.g., SPSS, R, NVivo).

Familiarity with a CRM or other database systems.

Understanding of social determinants of health, health equity, and children’s health topics.

Other Requirements:

10% Travel-The role may require occasional travel, usually for meetings, training, or conferences.

Compensation and Benefits:

At Healthier Generation, we believe in a holistic approach to rewarding and supporting staff. We work to balance financial stability with competitive pay and meaningful benefits –while offering unmatched schedule flexibility and mission-based work. Some of the benefits we offer include:

Flexible PTO (available immediately upon hire)

100% remote work, highly flexible work environment

Competitive health benefits program and employer contributions

Professional development and learning opportunities

401(k) employer match of up to 4%, with 100% vesting of the match upon hire

Stipend income to support communication and wellness in the amount of $1,500 per year (in per-paycheck increments)

At Healthier Generation, each position is aligned with a salary grade determined by market data. For this position, the targeted salary is $84,600.

The Alliance for a Healthier Generation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.