Director of Performance Management

Job Description

Position Summary 

OHS seeks a Director of Performance Management who will be responsible for providing leadership in interpreting, setting, and reporting on performance-based measures based on and developing programmatic and policy strategy based on the results of the data. 

Essential Functions 

• Develop and operationalize performance measures for all programs. 

• Ensure contracts, reporting, compliance and monitoring, and fiscal reflect performance measures. 

• Develop at least monthly reports on major performance measures, as feasible, synthesize and report. 

• Collaborate with program directors and staff to ensure that measures are integrated into program performance. 

• Review current literature on homelessness. 

• Communicate new trends, programs, and ideas to OHS staff, ensuring evidence-based and data-informed program designs and implementation.  

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

• Data analysis and interpretation.  

• Lead effectively within changing and competing priorities. 

• Plan effectively for and manage change by shifting priorities and adapting to changes to meet organizational and program requirements. 

• Exceptional ability to participate in and develop teams. 

• Work cooperatively with cross-functional teams internally and externally. 

• Work under deadlines, including beyond regular work schedule as needed. 

• Respond under pressure in a busy environment. 

• Well-developed planning, analytical, negotiation, and problem solving skills to resolve complex and diverse issues. 

• Superior verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate ideas and information to a variety of audiences (staff, media, community leaders, elected officials, and other senior level external staff), including creation and delivery of presentations and written reports. 

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s Degree; Master’s Degree preferred 

Experience:  

• Minimum five years experience in evaluating housing, social services, and/or programs for individuals and/or families experiencing homelessness.  

• Outcomes-based performance management. 

• Strategy and services evaluation. 

• Proficient in computer applications including Homeless Management Information Systems (HMIS) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook). 

Additional Information

TO APPLY: Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume.

Salary Range: $95,000 - $113,000

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*The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire

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Compensation: 95000 to 113000 (USD) (YEARLY)