GlobalGiving is seeking a manager with a passion for data quality who understands the power of data-driven analysis and reporting. GlobalGiving is a global marketplace for international development and philanthropy, and works with several hundred development organizations in over 60 countries all over the world, and with more than 500 projects.

We therefore have data on organizational capacity, project characteristics and market performance. This data, in combination with a deep understanding of the incentives, capacity, and context in which the organizations operate, needs to be translated into actionable market information. While continually lowering the marketplace barriers to entry, well formulated performance analytics will ensure the quality of our offerings while granting access to those organizations able to change the world with thousands of little earth changing ideas. The Performance Analytics manager therefore leverages the data to better understand the marketplace's strengths, weaknesses and opportunities and to inform strategic decision making.

Scope of Work

• Establish a framework for and implement analysis of organizational and project related data to identify performance trends, identify new performance metrics and indicators of high performing projects
• Design and implement the right parameters of entry and exit from the marketplace for project organizations
• Identify and develop appropriate ways to impart market information to participants in the marketplace
• Pilot new ways of assessing and monitoring projects, such as site visits, third party references, and improved self-reporting strategies.
• Monitor projects through project updates and reports, reviewing, assessing and sharing information with donors
• Oversee and improve GlobalGiving yearly evaluation program.

Position Requirements
Combined expertise in international development and analytics: desirable degrees (bachelors or graduate level) include Economics, Engineering, Management Sciences, Operations Management, Statistics, Computer Science, and Public Policy
Experience with international development, field work desirable,
Knowledge of latest thinking and literature regarding impact and effectiveness measurement
Passion for data quality, analysis, and presentation
Experience with regression analysis, advanced statistical techniques, etc.

Interested Applicants should see the full job description and send their resume and a cover letter to jobs@globalgiving.com as soon as possible. Please indicate “Performance Analytics Manager” in the subject line. No phone calls, please. We look forward to hearing from you!