Senior Program Evaluator

Los Angeles LGBT Center•Los Angeles, CA

7h•$102,575 - $108,282

About The Position

The Senior Program Evaluator leads organization-wide evaluation efforts to strengthen impact measurement and data-informed decision-making. This role translates program data into actionable insights that inform strategy, funding, and continuous improvement. It builds a standardized and scalable approach to evaluation that improves consistency, efficiency, and organizational learning while advancing a culture of accountability and data use aligned with organizational goals and community impact.

Requirements

Master’s degree in public health, public policy, social work, sociology, or a related field or equivalent experience
4–6 years of experience in program evaluation, impact measurement, or nonprofit or public sector evaluation
Experience designing evaluation frameworks, including logic models and performance indicators
Experience analyzing qualitative and quantitative data and translating findings into actionable insights
Experience developing reports, dashboards, or data visualizations to support decision-making
Experience supporting grant proposals or funder reporting through evaluation design or data analysis
Familiarity with government or foundation funding requirements and evaluation expectations
Experience with data visualization and analysis tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Excel, or similar platforms
Experience with qualitative or statistical analysis tools such as NVivo, Dedoose, R, or SPSS
Experience contributing to data systems improvement, integration, or governance efforts
Strong analytical thinking with the ability to manage complex problems and multiple priorities
Ability to translate between data and program operations to drive actionable insights
Strategic mindset with the ability to prioritize work and navigate ambiguity
Effective communication skills, including presenting data clearly to diverse audiences
Emotional intelligence and adaptability in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
Strong relationship-building skills and ability to influence without direct authority

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a multi-program nonprofit or community-based organization
Experience providing training to others on areas of knowledge or expertise
Bilingual skills, particularly English and Spanish

Responsibilities

Design and implement logic models, evaluation plans, and performance frameworks aligned with program and organizational priorities
Define outcomes and performance indicators in partnership with program and grant strategy teams
Integrate evaluation findings into strategic planning, program design, and funding approaches
Establish processes to track outcomes, strengthen data collection, and improve impact measurement
Analyze qualitative and quantitative data to identify trends, outcomes, and opportunities for improvement
Translate complex data into clear insights that connect program performance to organizational strategy
Develop dashboards, reports, and visualizations to support decision-making and stakeholder engagement
Apply storytelling and systems to link data with impact, funding priorities, and organizational goals
Partner with the Grants & Impact Strategy Team to align evaluation metrics with funder requirements and strengthen proposals and reports
Collaborate with Programs, Development, Finance, Quality Improvement, and IT/Data teams to support data collection and planning
Coordinate with data and research functions to ensure consistency in metrics, dashboards, and reporting
Engage funders, government agencies, evaluators, and academic partners to support compliance and shared learning
Build evaluation capacity across teams through tools, training, and guidance
Support staff in using data effectively by connecting evaluation concepts with program implementation
Promote culturally responsive, equity-centered, and trauma-informed evaluation practices
Foster a culture of reflection, learning, and continuous improvement
Centralize evaluation design, analysis, and reporting to improve efficiency across teams
Manage evaluation timelines, deliverables, and cross-functional workflows
Standardize processes and strengthen coordination across programs and departments
Ensure ethical and compliant evaluation practices, including data governance and confidentiality
Build relationships across teams to align evaluation efforts with program and organizational needs
Navigate competing priorities and ambiguity while maintaining focus on high-impact work
Influence stakeholders without direct authority through clear communication and strategic insight
Facilitate collaboration across diverse perspectives using strong interpersonal skills