Project Manager for Assessment and Evaluation

Position Type: Permanent Staff (EHRA NF) Working Title: Project Manager for Assessment and Evaluation Appointment Type: EHRA Non-Faculty Position Number: 20078863 Vacancy ID: NF0010173 Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time Permanent FTE: 1 Hours per week: 40 Position Location: North Carolina, US Hiring Range: $77,271 - $85,857 Proposed Start Date: 01/25/2027 Be a Tar Heel! A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities . Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance. Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit The mission of the School of Social Work is to advance equity, transform systems, and improve lives. The School's curriculum supports the mission and recognizes the uniqueness of the region served, including concerns for disadvantaged, vulnerable, and oppressed individuals, families, and communities. Classes provide rigorous and evidence-based content and give students the opportunity to explore theory, learn intervention skills, and engage in challenging dialogue with colleagues. The School works to become the leading school of social work for impact, generating knowledge with powerful and positive consequences. The Family & Children's Resource Program (FCRP), part of the UNC-Chapel Hill School of Social Work, partners with organizations across North Carolina to strengthen services for children, families, and communities through training, consultation, and capacity-building initiatives. FCRP is committed to helping communities become stronger, safer, and more resilient through innovative and collaborative approaches. The School of Social Work offers M.S.W. and Ph.D. degrees. Dual degrees are offered in Law, Public Health, Public Administration, and Divinity (with Duke University). The faculty members of the School of Social Work have strong collaborative relationships with many campus units such as the Schools of Medicine, Public Health, Nursing, Law, Government, Education, and the Department of City and Regional Planning, as well as University Centers and Institutes such as the Cecil G. Sheps Center for Health Services Research, the Carolina Population Center, the Center for Developmental Sciences, Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute, and the Institute on Aging. We also maintain dynamic relationships with community agencies, state and federal government, and research groups in the Research Triangle Park and across the U.S. To learn more about the School of Social Work, please visit our website at https://ssw.unc.edu/ . Position Summary The Project Manager for Assessment and Evaluation position is based in the Family and Children's Resource Program (FCRP) and the Family Support Program (FSP) at the UNC School of Social Work. Working with the FCRP Director, FSP Program Manager, and Leadership Team, the person in this role oversees the planning, coordination, implementation, and assessment of community-engaged projects and related evaluation initiatives. This position manages assessment and evaluation-based projects from start to finish, including project design, stakeholder communication, facilitating focus groups, data collection, analysis, and reporting. The Project Manager for assessment and evaluation leads teams from both FCRP and FSP and community partners to ensure projects are well-organized, evidence-informed, and aligned with institutional and community goals. This position will assist with curriculum development projects as a writer/developer. Key responsibilities for this position include: Manage assessment and evaluation projects from planning through completion Oversee teams and ensure deliverables are completed on time and of high quality Develop timelines, workplans, and deliverable tracking systems Design and implement assessment and evaluation strategies for community-engaged initiatives Collect, analyze, and synthesize qualitative and quantitative data Prepare reports, presentations, and summaries for internal and external stakeholders Coordinate communication among campus and community partners Support continuous improvement through data-informed recommendations Ensure projects align with institutional priorities, grant requirements, and community needs Maintain documentation, records, and project materials Participate in the design, development, and revision of curriculum projects for online and in-person courses serving human services organizations Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Master's or Bachelor's and 0-2 years' experience; or will accept a combination of related education and experience in substitution. Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as education, public administration, social sciences, nonprofit management, or a related discipline Experience in project management, assessment, evaluation, or related project coordination Experience with qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis Strong oral and written communication skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines Experience collaborating with stakeholders Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience Master's degree in a relevant field Experience in higher education, community engagement, or public-facing programs Experience with logic models, assessment frameworks, or evaluation planning Knowledge of community-engaged or participatory evaluation practices Campus Security Authority Responsibilities Not Applicable. 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Undergraduate Enrollment: 19,117 Graduate/Professional Enrollment: 10,894 Total Student Enrollment: 30,011 Founded: 1789, as the first state university in the United States Type of Institution: Public, four-year Faculty: 3,000 Percentage of faculty who hold Ph.D.s or the highest degrees in their field: 94 percent Faculty/student ratio: 1/14 Location: UNC is located in the heart of Chapel Hill, the best college town in America! It's a friendly town of about 40,000 in the geographical center of North Carolina. Chapel Hill is at the western point of the Research Triangle, an area of about one million people, comprised of Chapel Hill, the cities of Durham and Raleigh, and the Research Triangle Park, home of many corporate offices and scientific research centers. Carolina is about 30 miles from the state capital, Raleigh, and 20 minutes from Raleigh-Durham International Airport. 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