Program Evaluation Lead

Program Evaluation Lead, Surveillance Systems and InformaticsThe Program Evaluation Lead is responsible for working with the management team to develop and implement evaluation and data collection strategies; managing evaluation and data collection operations; producing reports and performing data analysis to support evaluation; and ensuring that data collection and entry procedures follow agreed-upon protocols. The Program Evaluation Lead also trains and supports team members on program evaluation processes, metrics, and best practices; ensures that SSI programs are incorporating program evaluation processes and practices within their routine activities. The Program Evaluation Lead is responsible for working with SSI and CEDEP programs to incorporate evaluation findings into quality improvement activities and plans, and monitoring the implementation of those plans.Data and Evaluation Coordination Activities • Work with management team to develop and implement evaluation and quality improvement strategies, tools, and data collection plans to track outcomes. • Work with management team to incorporate data/evaluation and quality improvement into program planning, reporting, and staff meetings. • Stay abreast of, and evaluate, current trends and practices in public health research and evaluation. • Make recommendations to ensure effective and efficient data collection, dissemination, and reporting. • Produce periodic program reports for program managers and senior management for program management/evaluation purposes; assist with data interpretation. • Ensure integrity of data reporting on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis by performing data integrity checks and working with program staff on data entry problems. • Troubleshoot and ensure that data is being collected and entered in accordance with relevant protocols and evaluation plans. • Maintain complete and adequate files, records and documentation. • Maintain and update database and data collection procedure manuals. Leadership Activities • Coordinate data collection and entry responsibilities among relevant staff. • Coordinate evaluation tool implementation, collection, and reporting. • Leads program evaluation and quality improvement training and orientation of new program staff. • Works with internal and external stakeholders to develop a culture of quality improvement. Internal and external stakeholders include regulatory entities and academic partners who interface with SSI and CEDEP on specific projects.Minimum Qualifications: • Master's degree or equivalent work experience in public health, community development, or a related field of study. • At least three years of experience developing and implementing evaluation strategies including surveys, focus groups, stakeholder interviews. • At least three years of experience analyzing data and creating reports using available data.