Associate Specialist

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Key Responsibilities

• The Associate Specialist, Data & Insights supports data collection, analysis, and reporting across
• the organization. Reporting to the Coordinator, Data & Insights, the Associate Specialist helps
• strengthen internal data systems, supports cross-departmental projects, and prepares data
• workflows for survey rollouts, including the development of survey trackers and dashboards.

Research & Evaluation Projects

• ● Assist in designing and conducting interviews and focus groups to gather insights on
• program impact.
• ● Support literature reviews and external research synthesis to inform evaluation efforts.
• ● Participate in data analysis meetings, contributing to discussions on findings and trends.
• ● Help build insight reports and presentations that translate data into actionable strategies.

Qualitative Research & Impact Storytelling

• ● Collect and analyze qualitative data from surveys, interviews, and focus groups.
• ● Learn how to code and categorize qualitative data to identify key themes.
• ● Assist in writing impact reports and case studies, helping to craft compelling data-driven
• narratives.
• ● Support survey development using tools like JotForm and Google Forms, ensuring strong
• survey design.
• ● Compare and contrast findings across different programs to identify shared trends and
• opportunities.

Quantitative Research & Data Visualization

• ● Analyze survey data and other program metrics to uncover trends and insights.
• ● Assist in building interactive dashboards and data visualizations using Tableau and Google
• Looker Studio.
• ● Learn how to clean, structure, and audit data for accuracy and consistency.
• ● Develop pivot tables and structured spreadsheets to track participant engagement and
• outcomes.
• ● Explore AI-driven tools for automation and analysis to improve workflow efficiency.

Professional Development & Organizational Engagement

• ● Participate in ongoing personal and professional growth activities to build skills and align
• with evolving department needs.
• ● Attend and contribute to departmental trainings, team meetings, and cross-program
• learning opportunities.
• ● Actively engage in the supervision process, including goal-setting, reflection, and feedback.
• ● Participate in agency-wide events, initiatives, and committees as assigned, contributing to
• a culture of learning, equity, and service.
• ● Assist with any other projects as needed.

Commonpoint Expectations

All staff are expected to

• ● Participate in orientation, training, and regular team supervision.
• ● Attend relevant professional development sessions and departmental meetings.
• ● Uphold confidentiality, professionalism, and cultural responsiveness in all interactions.
• ● Represent Commonpoint’s mission, values, and commitment to equity and inclusion.

Accountability Notice

• Your employment is contingent upon meeting the responsibilities outlined in this offer letter and in
• departmental guidance. Commonpoint reserves the right to terminate participation at any time if
• accountability, performance, attendance, or conduct standards are not met.