Social Impact Analyst

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 279,000 - 446,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rate

Flexible remote work

Contract extension potential

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Social Impact Analyst on a contractual, remote basis to support operations impacting the Mossel Bay region. You will collect, analyze, and report data on social outcomes to guide program improvements and strategic decisions.

The ideal candidate has strong data analysis skills, research experience, and familiarity with social impact metrics in the non-profit sector, with the ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., social sciences, economics, public policy, statistics).
• Proven experience in data analysis, research methodologies, and impact evaluation.
• Proficiency with statistical software (e.g., SPSS, R, Stata) and data visualization tools.
• Strong understanding of social impact measurement principles and frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement frameworks for measuring and evaluating the social impact of programs.
• Collect, clean, and analyze quantitative and qualitative data from various sources.
• Develop comprehensive reports and presentations summarizing findings and providing actionable recommendations.
• Conduct research on best practices and emerging trends in social impact assessment.
• Collaborate with program teams to ensure data collection aligns with evaluation objectives.
• Monitor KPIs and track progress towards social objectives.

Skills

Data analysis

Research methods

Statistics

Data visualization

Remote work

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree

Tools

SPSS

R

Stata

Data visualization tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Social Impact Analyst to join their team on a contractual basis, remotely supporting operations impacting the Mossel Bay region. This role is critical for measuring and evaluating the effectiveness and impact of our client's various community programs and initiatives. You will be responsible for collecting, analyzing, and reporting on data related to social outcomes, providing insights to guide strategic decision-making and program improvement. The ideal candidate is proficient in data analysis, possesses strong research skills, and has a keen understanding of social impact metrics within the non-profit sector. This is a fully remote position, offering flexibility and the opportunity to contribute significant analytical value.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement frameworks for measuring and evaluating the social impact of programs.
• Collect, clean, and analyze quantitative and qualitative data from various sources.
• Develop comprehensive reports and presentations summarizing findings and providing actionable recommendations.
• Conduct research on best practices and emerging trends in social impact assessment.
• Collaborate with program teams to ensure data collection aligns with evaluation objectives.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and track progress towards social objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., social sciences, economics, public policy, statistics).
• Proven experience in data analysis , research methodologies, and impact evaluation.
• Proficiency with statistical software (e.g., SPSS, R, Stata) and data visualization tools.
• Strong understanding of social impact measurement principles and frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a remote setting .

Benefits

• Competitive contractor rate.
• Flexible remote work arrangement .
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful social impact projects.
• Gain valuable experience in program evaluation and non-profit analytics.
• Work with a dedicated team committed to positive community change in Mossel Bay.
• Potential for contract extension based on performance and project needs.