Research & Evaluation Project Lead

A non-profit organization is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Research & Evaluation Project Lead. This role is crucial in advancing our understanding of community-first housing models and their impact on addressing homelessness. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in research methodologies, data analysis, and a deep understanding of housing and homelessness interventions. This is a temporary position, running approximately 6 months.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of those experiencing homelessness and have the skills to lead impactful research projects, we encourage you to apply.

Hours

Full-time, Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm

Location

Honolulu, Oahu

Pay

$52 an hour

Responsibilities

• Oversee the design, implementation, and analysis of research projects.
• Conduct comprehensive literature reviews on community-first housing models and wrap-around service housing solutions.
• Design and distribute surveys for residents, service providers, and construction building partners.
• Conduct interviews with stakeholders, residents, service partners, operators, and community leaders.
• Perform qualitative and quantitative analysis of collected data.
• Prepare detailed reports synthesizing findings and providing recommendations.
• Conduct comparative analysis of various community and housing models.
• Maintain strong documentation of all sources and methods.
• Ensure culturally competent and ethical engagement with all community participants.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in public health, social work, urban planning, sociology, or a related field preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in conducting research and evaluation projects.
• Strong knowledge of housing and homelessness interventions, particularly housing-first and community-first models.
• Excellent writing and data analysis skills.
• Experience with qualitative research methods, including interviews and survey development.
• Ability to compare and contrast housing models focusing on metrics such as retention rates, service engagement, and health and stability outcomes.
• Proficiency in synthesizing complex information and presenting it in clear, concise reports.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate documentation.
• Cultural competence and sensitivity in working with diverse populations.