Research and Evaluation Analyst

UJA-Federation of New York is the largest local philanthropy in the world. For more than 100 years, we’ve brought New Yorkers together to solve some of the most pressing problems facing our community. Thanks to our network of hundreds of non-profits, we can leverage our expertise across any number of areas — including health and human services, arts and culture, and education — to care for Jews everywhere and New Yorkers of all backgrounds, respond to crises close to home and far away, and shape our Jewish future. Our reach extends from New York to Israel to nearly 70 other countries around the world, touching 4.5 million people each year.

The Research and Evaluation Analyst will play a critical role in assessing the effectiveness of our programs and initiatives. This position will involve designing and implementing research projects, analyzing data, and communicating findings to support decision-making and enhance our impact. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical background, excellent communication skills, and an industrious disposition.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and conduct research and evaluation projects with supervision, including needs assessments, program evaluations, and outcome measurements.
• Develop data collection tools (surveys, interviews, focus groups) and protocols to ensure the validity and reliability of data.
• Conduct literature reviews, identifying relevant literature, reading and summarizing articles, reports and chapters, and synthesizing key findings and relationships in writing.
• Analyze quantitative and qualitative data using statistical software and other analytical tools.
• Prepare clear and concise reports, presentations, and visualizations to communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with program staff to develop evaluation frameworks and performance metrics.
• Provide training and support to staff on data collection and evaluation practices.
• Stay updated on best practices in research and evaluation methodologies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, public health, statistics, or a related field.
• Experience in research and evaluation, particularly within a non-profit or social services context.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Careful attention to detail,
• Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., SPSS, R, or Stata) and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex data sets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings to diverse audiences.

Personal Characteristics

• Engages and works collaboratively; able to effectively deal with ambiguity and respond to issues with diplomacy.
• Consultative approach; operates with a high degree of respect for professional colleagues and lay leadership
• Passion for the mission of UJA-Federation of New York

Salary Information:

The salary range for this role is $68,000 to $70,000; commensurate with experience and qualifications listed above.

Benefits

Great Perks. Because We Appreciate Great Employees.

TIME OFF

We offer a generous number of vacation days and have the Jewish holidays off as well. Fridays our offices close early (October to March at 3:00 pm and April to September at 4:00 pm). All so you can relax and recharge.

HYBRID MODEL

We’re operating on a hybrid work model: three set days in the office and two days remote. So enjoy the best of both worlds — the comforts of home and the energy of the office.

HEALTH CARE

UJA provides a top-tier medical and dental plan, along with a flexible spending account. We also offer life insurance. And for a small cost you can take part in on-site yoga and exercise classes at our Manhattan office. Wellness matters to us.

PLANNING FOR RETIREMENT

UJA employees can enroll in a pension plan and tax deferred annuity.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

Classes, workshops, and compelling speakers will keep you at the top of your game.

COMMUNITY

We come together as a staff to commemorate holidays (from Rosh Hashanah to MLK Day), volunteer at nonprofits, and celebrate our accomplishments together. (Our chocolate chip cookies are legendary!)

SOME MORE (YES, MORE!)

We also offer a backup childcare program. And a commuter benefit plan. So, you can get to work and feel good about it.