Research and Evaluation Specialist

CommonPoint

. Support the coordination of strategic initiatives, cross-functional projects, timelines, and deliverables across the organization .

Posted 10/19/2026part-timeRemote • United StatesJunior💰 $23 - $25 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong organizational and communication skills to support strategic initiatives and cross-functional projects. Proficient in qualitative and quantitative analysis, with the ability to synthesize findings into actionable insights and reports.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project ManagementQualitative ResearchData ManagementOrganizational LearningCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Qualitative AnalysisQuantitative AnalysisData OrganizationThematic AnalysisSpreadsheet ProficiencyReport WritingPresentation DevelopmentProcess ImprovementMeeting CoordinationFile Management

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsTime ManagementAttention to DetailFacilitation SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

Google SheetsExcel

Industry Keywords

Strategic InitiativesCross-Functional ProjectsProfessional DevelopmentPerformance EvaluationOrganizational Culture

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the coordination of strategic initiatives, cross-functional projects, timelines, and deliverables across the organization
Strengthen internal workflows, systems, documentation, and communication processes
Assist with department administrative operations, including scheduling, meeting coordination, file management, recruitment and onboarding, and project tracking
Identify operational insights and opportunities for process improvement and communicate findings to department leadership
Support the development and implementation of surveys
Facilitate focus groups and interviews
Apply qualitative analysis methods to identify themes, patterns, and insights
Synthesize quantitative and qualitative findings into evaluation summaries, presentations, reports, and actionable insights
Support professional development initiatives, team events, learning sessions, and evaluation launches
Support strategic projects through research, presentation development, data summaries, narrative writing, and internal communications
Support organization-wide performance evaluation processes and organizational learning systems
Analyze qualitative feedback and organizational trends related to employee growth, supervision, professional learning, and organizational culture
Participate in professional growth activities, trainings, team meetings, agency-wide events, initiatives, and committees

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Project Management, Data Management, Social Sciences, Human Resources, Public Administration, Research, etc.) or equivalent work experience (with degree in progress)
1-2 years of experience in a supporting or coordinating role, preferably related to project management, data management, or impact assessment
Strong organizational, time-management, and attention-to-detail skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, timelines, and deliverables
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to facilitate and lead meetings
Intermediate proficiency in spreadsheet skills (e.g., Google Sheets/Excel), including formulas, data organization, and formatting
Experience with qualitative research, focus groups, thematic analysis, or evaluation activities preferred
Experience synthesizing quantitative and qualitative information and translating findings into clear reports, presentations, or recommendations preferred
Experience supporting professional development, organizational learning, performance evaluation, or agency-wide initiatives preferred
Experience working across departments or coordinating projects involving multiple stakeholders preferred