Program Evaluation Specialist

Job Family : Operational Effectiveness

Travel Required :

Up to 10%

Clearance Required :

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:

• Support the design and implementation of program evaluation and performance measurement activities for public health programs.

• Collect, organize, maintain, and validate program and evaluation data to support analysis and reporting efforts.

• Analyze and visualize data using tools such as R and Power BI to support program monitoring, evaluation, and decision-making.

• Support responses to data requests from program teams, clients, and other stakeholders.

• Develop reports, dashboards, presentations, and data summaries to communicate program performance, outcomes, and findings.

• Assist in identifying, tracking, and refining performance indicators and evaluation measures aligned with program objectives.

• Conduct literature reviews, environmental scans, and other research activities to support evaluation planning and implementation.

• Support the development of evaluation tools, data collection instruments, and documentation.

• Collaborate with project teams to implement monitoring and evaluation activities and continuous improvement efforts.

• Participate in client meetings and contribute to discussions regarding evaluation approaches, findings, and recommendations.

What You Will Need:

• Bachelor's degree

• ONE (1) or more years of relevant experience supporting program evaluation, public health research, data analytics, performance measurement, or related consulting activities.

• Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred.

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What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Master's degree

• Experience using analytical tools for data analysis.

• Experience using Power BI, Tableau, or similar data visualization platforms.

• Understanding of evaluation concepts, logic models, performance measurement, and applied research methodologies.

• Experience cleaning, managing, and analyzing structured datasets.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines while working collaboratively within project teams.

• Experience supporting projects for federal or state public health agencies (e.g., CDC, HHS, state health departments).

• Familiarity with public health surveillance, program evaluation, data governance, and privacy requirements.

• Experience developing Power BI dashboards and data visualizations for non-technical audiences.

• Experience with SQL, Python, Tableau, or other advanced analytics and data management tools.

• Experience supporting monitoring, evaluation, learning, or quality improvement initiatives.

The annual salary range for this position is $68,000.00-$113,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer :

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Basic Life & Supplemental Life

• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Student Loan PayDown

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

• Skills Development & Certifications

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

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