Project Evident · 3 months ago
Associate Director, OutcomesAI
United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$100K/yr - $100K/yr
8+ years expProject Evident is dedicated to harnessing the power of data, evidence, and technology to achieve greater impact. The Associate Director, OutcomesAI will lead client engagements, manage projects, and contribute to business development while ensuring the growth and success of initiatives in nonprofit services.
Non ProfitService IndustrySocial
Responsibilities
Serve as project lead to deliver 1:1, 1:some, and 1:Many (i.e., cohort-style) engagements, responsible for projects that are on time, on budget, and high quality as measured by success criteria, including an NPS score of greater than .7
Manage additional critical aspects of engagements including creating and managing project plans; defining work streams; structuring and executing analyses; delegating responsibilities to leverage full team and consultant expertise; deploying existing tools, resources, and frameworks to ensure high-quality deliverables; and providing actionable feedback to client and project team members
Facilitate and support meetings, small cohorts, and larger communities of practice as needed (both in-person and virtual formats)
Incorporate program best practices and process improvements to strengthen the overall OAI program and support internal learning, establishing strategies for future plans
Work with the team and consultants to develop digital and non-digital content such as white papers and case studies, and create tools and resources that can be used for multiple engagements and shared more broadly; i.e., codification of product innovations in support of repeat execution, and provide training sessions to help advance team skills and build consistency
Identify and nurture relationships (e.g., with clients, practitioners, field leaders) influencing the success of current and future work
Partner with the Senior Director, OAI to co-develop plans and help set, meet, and adjust performance targets for the OAI practice and participate in continuous improvement efforts to strengthen practice and support learning; sharing with other team members to ensure learnings are incorporated for future plans
Independently generate new leads and secure resources that are aligned to individual revenue goals tied to practice OKRs
Support the design, development, and delivery of high-quality grant proposals or contracts for new work
Collaborate with Project Evident colleagues to develop pipeline opportunities in line with strategic and impact objectives that will benefit both OutcomesAI and other practice areas
Pursue opportunities for public speaking and other ways to build awareness, advance field building, and generate leads
Attract, develop, coach, supervise, and retain high-performance team members, providing and receiving actionable and productive feedback, and empowering others to elevate their level of responsibility, span of control, and performance. Identify learning and growth opportunities for OAI staff and coordinate these opportunities, as appropriate, with other relevant stakeholders
Embody Project Evident’s values and performance behaviors to help build and strengthen a culture of belonging and accountability
Play an active role as a contributing member of the management team
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
8+ years of experience in the nonprofit or education sectors, including consulting or technical assistance work focused on technology adoption, leading high-performing teams, and delivering complex projects and client engagements in education or workforce settings
Strong foundational understanding of AI/ML principles (how models work, major model types) and familiarity with common AI/ML use cases in nonprofit and education settings, including operations, program delivery, and outcomes assessment
Highly proficient in using a range of general-purpose AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini) to optimize internal workflows, support analytical workstreams, and accelerate basic coding or automation tasks for capacity building and training purposes
Excellent oral and written communication skills, with a proven ability to write and copyedit clear and concise narratives and presentations
Comfort with ambiguity and ability to respond adeptly to rapidly changing priorities, comfortable in an entrepreneurial environment with fast deadlines
Demonstrated a problem solver and active listener who seeks clarification, asks questions, and surfaces solutions
Demonstrated experience managing clients and client projects
Experience managing projects, processes, and teams, and proven ability to work under tight timelines, accurately assess problems, and develop solutions
Demonstrated experience creating and effectively executing work plans, processes, and documentation that help to streamline and codify existing practices
Impeccable attention to detail and extremely high standards for accuracy
Self-starter able to independently research and consolidate information, including technical documentation and policy
Commitment to high performance culture, participation in giving and receiving feedback, and belief in continuous and self-improvement
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment on multiple projects; ability to effectively prioritize time and tasks
Experience working effectively with multiple stakeholders who may have evolving priorities
Ability to interface with diverse staff and partners in various domains
Experience and comfort working virtually
Ability to sit, talk, and listen for extended periods, up to 8.5 hours daily
Requires fine motor skills, including continuous typing for up to 4 hours
Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 30 pounds
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Experience working with diverse communities in strategic planning, data and evaluation, and a deep commitment to equitable outcomes
Experience with and high degree of proficiency using common cloud-based productivity tools, e.g., Google Docs, Office 365, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Slack, and Asana
Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits – Generous medical, dental, and vision plans, a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, and life and disability insurance.
Flexible Time Off – Unlimited vacation days, Summer Fridays between Memorial Day and Labor Day, and organizational-wide closure from December 25 to January 1.
Company
Project Evident
Project Evident offers technical support, tools, and strategic evidence planning services to non-profits, funders, and policy making firms.
11-50 employees
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