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Research and Evaluation Manager Position, Greater Chicago Food Depository

Overview:

Assist and support the agency in research and evaluation to support its strategic goals.

Responsibilities:
  1. Plan multi-year research agenda; set study targets and assure response for research results; coordinate the analysis and release of studies for the Food Depository.
  2. Manage existing research partnerships and develop new partnerships ensuring that all research being conducted is in line with Food Depository strategic outcomes.
  3. Coordinate the Food Depository’s participation in the Feeding America’s Hunger Study.
  4. Monitor and analyze federal, state, and local hunger and poverty data. Update and edit GCFD fact sheets on hunger and poverty in Cook County.
  5. Manage and analyze GCFD’s internal program and food distribution data.
  6. Manage the Food Depository’s program evaluations for existing and pilot programs.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree required; Masters degree or graduate level work in public policy, social work, public health, or a related field is preferred
  • 3+ years research and/or evaluation experience
  • Experience using qualitative and quantitative research methods
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent project management and organizational ability
  • Proficiency in MS Office – Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook
  • Ability to manage complex projects and work with minimal supervision
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