Remote Director of Impact, Program & Operational Effectiveness bei Acelero, Inc.

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for data, evaluation, and driving meaningful change in early childhood education? Acelero, Inc. is seeking a dynamic Director of Impact, Program and Operational Effectiveness to drive our mission to eliminate the gaps between young children’s potential and their success in school and life.

Why Acelero?

Our mission is bold: To design and deliver research and evidence-based approaches to eliminate the gaps between young childrenʼs inherent potential and their achievement in school and life. With our partners, we accelerate child and family outcomes that honor all of the aspirations and cultures of the communities we serve. 

Our values: Data-Informed Learning; Transparent & Open Communication; Growth Mindset; Championing Equality; Caring Teams & Communities.

Your Role:

The Director of Impact, Program and Operational Effectiveness leverages research, data, and evaluation to drive and enhance the impact of Acelero’s Head Start programs, the Learning & Impact Team (LIT) program models, and broader organizational processes. This leader will guide evaluations of both directly and partner-operated HS programs, focusing on child outcome improvement and identifying success factors across diverse community settings. Additionally, the Director will lead the impact evaluation of LIT program models and Inc. operational processes, ensuring they advance progress toward our Big Hairy Audacious Goal (BHAG). Working closely with teams, this leader will develop theories of change, logic models, and apply implementation science to inform both programmatic and operational strategies.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead Program & Operational Impact Evaluations: Oversee data-driven evaluations to assess the effectiveness of programs and organizational strategies. Use quantitative and qualitative methodologies to evaluate program outcomes, monitor operational performance metrics, and generate insights to guide program and operational improvements.

• Develop Program-Focused Theories of Change: Collaborate with organizational leaders to create theories of change and logic models that align program and operational goals with intended impacts, ensuring that initiatives are evaluated against these models for alignment with the organization’s mission.

• Drive Data-Informed Organizational Improvements: Analyze operational and programmatic data to provide actionable insights for continuous improvement. Use these insights to inform and enhance strategies at the organizational and operational levels.

• Advance Fairness and Belonging in Evaluations: Implement data practices that prioritize fairness and belonging, ensuring that diverse populations are represented and that evaluation methodologies reflect the organization’s commitment to championing equality.

• Support Cross-Departmental Evaluation Efforts: Collaborate with other directors within the Impact team to harmonize impact evaluation tools and processes, particularly with the Director of Impact, Scalable Solutions, to achieve coherent and aligned practices across all evaluations.

• Facilitate Comprehensive Impact Reporting: Synthesize evaluation results into reports that communicate the impact of program and organizational efforts to key stakeholders, translating complex data into accessible, actionable insights.

• Build Individual & Team Data Literacy: Provide training and support to staff in understanding and utilizing data for program improvements, ensuring they have the knowledge and skills needed to embed equity-focused practices in their work.

• Write and Manage Grants: Assist in securing and managing research grants, and ensure compliance with grant-related reporting.

What You Bring:

• Master’s or Ph.D. in Education, Social Sciences, Public Administration, or related field with a strong background in program evaluation and organizational impact.

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in program evaluation, impact measurement, or organizational performance assessment.

• Demonstrated expertise in quantitative research methodologies, including advanced statistical analysis and data visualization tools (e.g, Stata, R, SPSS); proficiency in qualitative research methods and their application in mixed-methods studies.

When/Where/How Much:

When: Summer 2025

Where: Remote position with travel required locally or long-distance up to 25% of the time for work-related meetings and functions.

How Much: The position offers a base salary range of $85,145 - $125,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Closing date for applications: July 16, 2025

Why You’ll Love Working with Us:

• A meaningful mission that drives real change in the lives of children and families

• A collaborative, inclusive team that values your growth and well-being

• Robust benefits that support your total wellbeing, including:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with multiple plan options to fit your needs

  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions up to $400/individuals & $800/family annually

  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for health and dependent care expenses

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with up to 3% company match 

  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance

  • Up to $500 per year in Professional Development Reimbursements

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with counseling and mental wellness support

  • Wellness Programs, including virtual fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes

  • Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, ID Theft Protection, and Employee Discount Perks
     

If you’re ready to take on a challenge that matters and lead growth in a company where purpose and values drive every decision, apply now to join us as our Director of Impact, Program and Operational Effectiveness. Together, we’ll help every child reach their fullest potential!

Email Talent Acquisition Partner:  [email protected]

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and healthy workplace.