Outcome Analyst -Lucknow

Wfnen; Lucknow; On-site; INR 89,280 - 133,920; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Lucknow seeks an Outcomes Analyst – Ecosystem Impact to enhance program measurement and improvement across skilling and entrepreneurship initiatives. The role requires analyzing program performance, ensuring data accuracy, and generating actionable insights. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and 3-5 years of experience in impact measurement. Proficiency in data visualization tools and advanced Excel is essential. This position offers an opportunity to make a tangible impact in program delivery and outcomes.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in impact measurement or program analytics.
• Experience with primary and secondary data for operational insights.
• Experience with field teams or partners is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze program performance to identify patterns in outcomes.
• Track program KPIs like employment outcomes and income progression.
• Generate insights to help program teams improve effectiveness.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data visualization (Power BI, Tableau)

Advanced MS Excel proficiency

Problem-solving ability

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in economics, Development Studies, Public Policy, or related fields

Tools

Data visualization tools

MS Excel

Job description

• Functional Area Analytics & Business Intelligence

Job Description

Position Summary:

To further Wadhwani Foundation’s mission of accelerating job growth through skilling and entrepreneurship, we are seeking an Outcomes Analyst – Ecosystem Impact to support measurement and improvement of program outcomes across our Skilling and Entrepreneurship initiatives in India.

This role will work closely with Central Program teams and on‑ground program operators to understand how programs are performing across partners, geographies, and cohorts. The Outcomes Analyst will generate data‑driven insights on what is working, what is not working, and why, enabling timely course corrections and stronger program outcomes.

The role will combine outcome tracking, ecosystem diagnostics, and operational insights, ensuring that program teams have the intelligence required to strengthen program delivery and improve long‑term impact.

While the analyst will work closely with program teams in the ecosystem, they will maintain a dotted line alignment with the Central Impact function, ensuring adherence to impact measurement frameworks, outcome definitions, and data quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse program performance across partners, geographies, and cohorts to identify patterns in outcomes and program effectiveness
• Identify drivers of success and underperformance in skilling and entrepreneurship ecosystems
• Surface early signals on learner progression, partner performance, job placement outcomes, and venture creation
• Generate ecosystem intelligence insights to help program teams understand where interventions are succeeding and where course correction is needed

Outcome Measurement & Monitoring

• Support the implementation of approved outcome measurement frameworks across programs
• Track program KPIs such as employment outcomes, income progression, job retention, and venture sustainability
• Monitor participant journeys across the program lifecycle to ensure accurate tracking of outcomes
• Operationally manage outcome validation exercises such as surveys, tele‑calling, third‑party validations, and field verifications

Data Analysis & Operational Insights

• Analyse program data to identify bottlenecks in learner or entrepreneur journeys
• Identify partner or geography‑specific performance variations; stakeholder‑specific analysis
• Translate data into actionable insights and operational recommendations for program teams
• Support the development of performance dashboards and insight reports

Field & Stakeholder Coordination

• Work closely with program managers, trainers, placement teams, and partner organizations to understand operational realities
• Support program teams with data‑backed insights to improve mobilization, training effectiveness, employer engagement, and venture support
• Coordinate with external stakeholders such as employers and ecosystem partners
• Conduct root cause analysis for underperforming partners, geographies, or cohorts
• Support testing and analysis of pilot interventions or operational improvements
• Document lessons and insights from program implementation

Data Quality & Compliance

• Maintain high standards of data accuracy, completeness, and reliability
• Ensure outcome data aligns with approved measurement frameworks and definitions
• Support quality assurance processes for outcome measurement and reporting

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in economics, Development Studies, Public Policy, Data Analytics, Statistics, or related fields
• 3–5 years of experience in impact measurement, program analytics, development sector analytics, workforce development/skilling programs, or entrepreneurship ecosystem program
• Experience working with primary and secondary data to generate operational insights is strongly preferred
• Experience working with field teams or ecosystem partners will be an advantage

Technical Skills

• Strong analytical thinking and problem‑solving ability
• Proficiency in advanced MS Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables, structured analysis)
• Experience using data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau
• Familiarity with MIS platforms and survey tools
• Ability to conduct statistical and cohort analysis
• Strong ability to translate data into clear written insights and presentations

Core Competencies

• Analytical and structured thinking.
• Ability to combine data insights with field understanding.
• Strong collaboration skills with program and GTM stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to data integrity.
• Comfort working with field teams, partners, and diverse communities.

What Success Looks Like

• Program outcomes are accurately measured and validated across ecosystems.
• All relevant stakeholders’ teams receive timely insights on partner and ecosystem performance.
• Early signals of program challenges are identified and addressed proactively.
• Data and field insights inform program improvements and ecosystem strategy.