FNS Grant Program Evaluator Job at Corner Alliance, Washington DC

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  • Corner Alliance
  • Washington DC

Job Description

Corner Alliance is a dynamic, growing consulting firm that devotes itself to providing an enriching employee experience while working in meaningful ways to create results for the government. We are currently seeking a Program Evaluator SME with 8+ years of experience to join our team and fully embrace our commitment to deliver, grow and thrive.  

This role is contingent upon award. 

About the Role: 

As a Program Evaluator supporting our Federal government client to evaluate the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) Farm to School Grant Program, you will be trusted to develop a study plan, conduct grantee interviews, and support the development of a published report highlighting grantee activities, achievements, and challenges. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in FNS programs and recent, relevant experience in government-funded grant initiatives. 

Key Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) :  

  • Lead the design and development of a Study Plan to support the evaluation and qualitative and quantitative data analysis processes. 

  • Define evaluation methodologies, timelines, and data collection strategies. 

  • Ensure alignment with client objectives and performance expectations. 

  • Develop interview protocols and recruitment materials. 

  • Oversee, conduct, and document interviews with former FNS program grantees. 

  • Prepare a detailed Data Collection Memo documenting the interview process. 

  • Support the analysis of qualitative data to identify key themes, challenges, and long-term outcomes. 

  • Carry out our Commitments to Deliver, Grow, and Thrive. 

Location: 

Remote (U.S. only and must reside in one of the following states: AL, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, IL, IN, IA, KY, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, NJ, NY, NC, OH, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WI) You will work at the client site dependent on contract requirements. 

Required Experience/Skills:  

  • Bachelor’s Degree 

  • Minimum 8 years of experience in grant program evaluation, preferably within federal nutrition or education programs. 

  • Experience contributing to federal, state, or peer-reviewed publications using FNS data or similar food systems initiatives. 

  • Demonstrated subject matter expertise in working with government-funded grant program data, with a strong understanding of FNS data and best practices in evaluation standards. 

  • Proven farm to school expertise within the last five years, including direct involvement in program implementation, evaluation, or policy development. 

  • Experience designing and executing mixed-methods evaluations, including qualitative interviews and thematic analysis. 

  • Strong communication skills and ability to synthesize findings into actionable insights. 

  • Familiarity with federal reporting standards and clearance processes. 

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a virtual environment. 

  • US citizenship and the ability to pass public trust clearance or suitability. 

Preferred Experience/Skills: 

  • Advanced degree in public policy, public health, education, nutrition, or a related field. 

Don’t think you have everything for this role but are still very interested? Please don’t hold back from applying because you may not have it all. You can learn and grow with us. We're looking for someone who is coachable, unflappable in navigating challenges, resourceful in learning new skills, innovative in challenging the status quo, excellent in writing, analytical in thinking, skilled in prioritization, and a rapport builder with clients and colleagues. 

About Us: 

Corner Alliance offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package for full-time employees including 401k matching (4%), PTO (3 weeks to start, 4 weeks (2-5 years) and 5 weeks (5 years+)), health, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, FSA accounts, 4 weeks of paid parental leave, 11 paid holidays (including your birthday off), fitness & cell phone reimbursements, monthly all hands update meetings, annual in-person all hands team building day and evening out, regular check-ins for professional growth goals, semi-monthly one on one performance manager meetings, a social team that coordinates monthly events, use of technology like Slack to keep us connected and collaborative, and overall, a company culture dedicated to a highly engaged team.  

Corner Alliance is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other basis covered by applicable law. We are dedicated to building a talented workforce that reflects the strength of our society and our shared commitment to excellence. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Corner Alliance please call (202) 754-8120 or email recruiting@corneralliance.com . Corner Alliance participates in the E-verify program and will provide the Federal Government with Form I-9 information to confirm work authorization in the U.S. 

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Beware of fake employment opportunities using Corner Alliance’s name. Corner Alliance will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Corner Alliance ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Corner Alliance will only communicate with you through our ATS system JazzHR and/or emails that are generated by the corneralliance.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Corner Alliance that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at recruiting@corneralliance.com . If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission . 

Salary: 

Approximate Salary Estimate: $75,000.00 - $120,000.00 annually 

The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have, and comparison to other employees already in this role. 

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