RDA Consulting, SPC

RDA’s services include research and evaluation, assessment and planning, technical assistance, implementation support, and fund development.. We deliver these services to clients and communities across intersecting public systems, including adult and juvenile justice, public and behavioral health, housing and homelessness, child and family welfare, youth development, adult education, and workforce development.. At RDA, Consultants work as members of project teams on a wide variety of issues including, but not limited to, community engagement, evaluations, planning projects, grant writing, juvenile and criminal justice, behavioral health, social services, workforce development, community health, and many other disciplines.. Experience with intersectional systems such as justice and behavioral/mental health or justice and child welfare is strongly preferred for this opportunity.. Facilitate focus groups, key informant interviews, town halls, public meetings, and other community engagement and outreach activities.

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Job Description LOCATION: Headquartered in Oakland, CA; currently hybrid (San Francisco Bay Area-based applicants preferred) HOURS: Full time, exempt SALARY RANGE: $80,000 - $95,000 per year About RDA Consulting RDA Consulting, SPC (RDA) is a mission-driven, employee-owned, majority women-managed social purpose corporation. With headquarters in Oakland, CA, we operate across the United States, working to help public and social sector organizations to best meet the needs of their communities. RDA’s services include research and evaluation, assessment and planning, technical assistance, implementation support, and fund development. We deliver these services to clients and communities across intersecting public systems, including adult and juvenile justice, public and behavioral health, housing and homelessness, child and family welfare, youth development, adult education, and workforce development. Across our work, RDA prioritizes community engagement to elevate the voices of those most impacted by public systems. We work at the strategic intersection of applied research and implementation with organizations that are working on the ground to improve equity, access, and opportunity. We hold a big-picture perspective while being pragmatic. We rely on data to inform change and are passionate about addressing complex social issues. The Opportunity Suppose you want to effect change through research and consulting and have experience with community engagement, facilitation, evaluation, and/or strategic and program planning. In that case, we encourage you to explore our Consultant role. At RDA, Consultants work as members of project teams on a wide variety of issues including, but not limited to, community engagement, evaluations, planning projects, grant writing, juvenile and criminal justice, behavioral health, social services, workforce development, community health, and many other disciplines. Experience with intersectional systems such as justice and behavioral/mental health or justice and child welfare is strongly preferred for this opportunity. What You Will Achieve In Your First Year As a Consultant, you will be at the center of our multidisciplinary teams, employing your analytical and creative thinking skills to deliver innovative and meaningful results for our clients. You will work on a handful of consulting projects simultaneously, collaborating with others who bring different backgrounds and skill sets. The Consultant position is an intermediate level in our consulting career path and can lead to other levels of employment. Here is a sample of what you can expect to experience and accomplish in your first year: Lead Community Engagement, Facilitation, and Outreach Efforts <ul><li>Facilitate focus groups, key informant interviews, town halls, public meetings, and other community engagement and outreach activities. </li><li>Contribute to developing outreach and facilitation guides, strategic plans, grant applications, and/or needs assessments that are responsive to clients’ needs and goals and present recommendations that help them shift from research to action. </li><li>Analyze and report on data gathered through community engagement activities. </li></ul>Collaborate with and Advise Clients and Their Stakeholders <ul><li>Work directly with RDA Consulting’s clients to provide support and develop collaborative working relationships. </li><li>Co-facilitate client stakeholder work sessions and advisory committee meetings. </li></ul>Support RDA Consulting’s Organizational and Team Development <ul><li>Work as a team member with other staff on multiple projects and efforts. </li><li>Consistently meet or exceed billable targets. </li><li>Mentor and train peers. </li></ul>What You Will Bring to RDA Consulting <ul><li>Demonstrated experience in being a quick learner and self-directed team player</li><li>Community engagement, outreach, and facilitation experience </li><li>Strong research and evaluation skills and experience</li><li>Demonstrated experience conducting and reporting on analyses for a variety of audiences</li><li>Experience working with culturally and ethnically diverse communities</li><li>Multilingual skills (mainly Spanish) strongly desired</li><li>Honed time management skills and exceptional attention to detail</li><li>Commitment to social and economic justice</li><li>At least 1-2 years of experience in RDA’s impact and service areas</li><li>Graduate degree in related fields preferred; experience may replace education </li></ul>Benefits of Working at RDA Consulting <ul><li>Dynamic and collaborative workplace</li><li>Family-friendly environment with accommodating schedules </li><li>Flexible vacation time off (not accrual-based) </li><li>100% RDA Consulting sponsored health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance for employees </li><li>401k, with RDA Consulting discretionary match after one year </li><li>Pre-tax flexible spending accounts for medical, dependent care, transit, and parking expenses </li><li>Access to discounted retail products and services </li></ul>Celebrating Diversity and Inclusion RDA Consulting, SPC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equitable and inclusionary hiring practices. We strongly encourage applicants from all cultural backgrounds, religions, sexual orientations, genders, and ages to apply. WORK LOCATION OF THIS POSITION RDA Consulting is a hybrid office environment in which many roles provide the option to work at our Oakland, CA headquarters or to work remotely. The decision to allow remote work is based on the requirements of each individual position.

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