Data & Performance Measurement Analyst

Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption•Dublin, OH

About The Position

The Data & Performance Measurement Analyst is responsible for identifying and deploying advanced analytics using the Wendy’s Wonderful Kids Child Trends database to measure and document the Foundation’s work. The role supports the Foundation’s mission by using quantitative and qualitative data to demonstrate the impact of the Wendy’s Wonderful Kids program to internal and external stakeholders, including state and local partners involved in child welfare initiatives. Through analysis and reporting, the analyst helps inform strategic decisions and supports efforts to strengthen outcomes for children served. The analyst prepares recurring reports, maintains dashboards and visualizations, analyzes program data, and communicates findings through data stories, presentations, and publications. The position collaborates with Foundation teams to understand reporting needs, data structures, and program processes; uses multiple systems and tools, including R and Asana; and identifies ways to improve the efficiency and automation of data preparation, analysis, and reporting. It also involves maintaining professional knowledge of analytics, data management, and child welfare developments.

Requirements

Undergraduate degree required.
At least 4 years of professional experience in data analysis, statistical reporting, program evaluation, or related analytical work.
Experience extracting, cleaning, transforming, and analyzing data from multiple sources using SQL or comparable data analysis tools.
Experience using statistical programming or analytical software such as R, SAS, or Python.

Nice To Haves

A degree in statistics, data analytics, or a related field is preferred.
Experience with R is strongly preferred.
Experience in child welfare or programs using evidence-based and data-driven practices is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare, maintain, and deliver recurring reports about the Foundation’s reach, impact, and program progress to internal teams, state agencies, and public agencies, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely completion.
Maintain and update Foundation performance dashboards and data visualizations, including supporting monthly, quarterly, and annual Wendy’s Wonderful Kids reports.
Analyze program demographics, census, utilization, outcomes, and other key data; extract, clean, transform, and validate data from multiple sources for routine reporting and data integrity.
Apply established statistical tools and reporting methods, using R or SAS, to conduct quantitative analyses and identify trends in program outcomes and fidelity metrics.
Translate complex findings into meaningful insights using data storytelling, visualizations, and presentations tailored to diverse audiences.
Collaborate with Foundation teams to understand reporting needs, data structures, and program processes; extract data from multiple systems to produce reports measuring key performance indicators.
Maintain project progress updates through Asana.
Develop and maintain an understanding of Foundation programs, data structures, and reporting requirements to support adoption of R and improve data preparation, analysis, and reporting processes, including identifying opportunities for efficiency and automation.
Assist with preparing, producing, and disseminating publications, presentations, and research resources within established timelines.
Pursue professional growth and stay current on data analytics and data management trends, best practices, emerging technologies, and developments and research in child welfare.
Perform other duties as assigned.