Overdeck Family Foundation

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Overdeck Family Foundation is hiring a Research & Impact Officer to lead the Foundation’s investments and support for research and evidence-building. Reporting to the Director of Strategic Impact and Learning (SIL), the Research & Impact Officer will play a vital role in guiding strategy and grant funding decisions based on evidence. Their responsibilities encompass assessing and building grantee evidence, managing research grants, and promoting lessons learned. The Officer will support the Foundation by reviewing and summarizing impact evidence for grant opportunities, providing technical assistance to Foundation staff, and supporting other portfolios' research needs. They will frequently collaborate with grantees, and advise them in bolstering their evidence of impact and capacity to effectively apply such evidence. Internally and externally, the Officer will foster learning and raise awareness of evidence-based programs and practices. Long term, this role will boost the Foundation’s thought leadership and public voice for advancing rigorous research, evaluation, and impact initiatives.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in impact evaluation and social policy research, is skilled in various research methods, has advised nonprofits, and thrives in dynamic, innovative environments.

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