{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"dc6a4aca7da45900fa5d28ce","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/dc6a4aca7da45900fa5d28ce","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/dc6a4aca7da45900fa5d28ce","title":"Meal Analyst","description":"Position: Meal Analyst\n\nPosition Type: Temporary (12-month project)\n\nLocation: Hillside, NJ (Hybrid – 3 days remote)\n\nHours: 8:00am – 4:00pm or 9:00am – 5:00pm\n\nPay Range: $30.00/hr. - $37.00/hr.\n\nWe are seeking a MEAL Analyst to support a complete rehaul of agency partner reporting. The company’s partner reporting system carries a significant backlog of undigitized, unreconciled, and unverified historical data, which is the product of years of manual, fragmented reporting processes. The MEAL Analyst (Partner Reporting) is hired to address that backlog and, critically, to help build the system that replaces it. This is not a purely data entry position. It is an analyst role with a defined, time-limited mandate: audit what exists, close the gaps, and, working under the direction of the MEAL Manager (Partner Reporting), build the data infrastructure that makes manual remediation permanently unnecessary. The person in this role will need to move between detailed execution and systems thinking. The MEAL Manager will set the strategic direction and architectural requirements for the new reporting system. The MEAL Analyst is responsible for building, automating, and backlogging it.\n\nWhat you will be doing:\n\nConduct a comprehensive audit of all systems through which partners report and partner reporting data is stored, including Oasis Insight, the Partner Reporting SharePoint, the partner reporting inbox, and any physical reporting the company receives.\nSystematically identify what exists, what is missing, and what has never been submitted, categorized by agency, reporting year, and submission status.\nProduce a data gap registry: a structured, quarriable record of reporting history by partner.\nFlag reports requiring outreach (never received, incomplete, or outside expected ranges) for Coordinator action.\nTranslate audit findings into a governed data infrastructure for partner reporting, including the Partner Reporting workbook structure, CRM configuration, SharePoint folder conventions, and any additional storage or pipeline components the MEAL Manager determines are needed.\nBuild out the workbook, file structure, and intake protocols to the MEAL Manager's specifications.\nDocument the infrastructure design decisions, naming conventions, and data entry standards.\nDigitize physical reports and input historical report values (serving data, lbs. distributed) from paper records and undigitized files into the Partner Reporting workbook.\nReconcile entered values against existing workbook entries; document and escalate discrepancies to the MEAL Manager.\nConvert files into required formats (readable PDF or Excel) per MEAL Manager specifications.\nTrack and document structured outreach to partners who have never submitted, have significant gaps, or possess historical reports CFBNJ has not collected.\nMaintain Asana as the system of record for all outreach attempts, responses, and resolution outcomes.\nFormally document reporting gaps and escalating to the MEAL Manager and Compliance Assistant Director for compliance decisions.\nDevelop and automate data intake, validation, and storage workflows that replace current manual and paper-based processes.\nSupport the building of reporting outputs (dashboards, automated summary tables, or scheduled reports) using Microsoft Dynamics CRM, the CFBNJ data warehouse, R or Python based pipelines, or the tools the MEAL Manager specifies.\nDocument all system components, data dictionaries, and workflow logic to a standard that is maintainable by the MEAL team.\nTest and iterate on system components with input from the MEAL Manager, MEAL Analyst (Fulfillment), and MEAL Systems Coordinators.\nEnsure all completed remediation work is organized, labeled, and documented.\nProduce a final remediation summary and full system documentation for the new partner reporting infrastructure.\nTrain the MEAL Manager, MEAL Analyst (Fulfillment), and MEAL Systems Coordinators on the new system.\nSupport the MEAL Manager in transition planning to ensure ongoing intake tasks and reporting infrastructure can be maintained after remediation.\nThe scope of work / phases will vary once the data gap registry is completed and we receive feedback from both partners and other internal departments of our proposals.\nWhat experience we are looking for:\n\nBachelor’s degree in data analytics, public health, or a related field, or equivalent experience. Master’s degree is highly competitive.\n1-3 years of experience in data analysis, reporting, automation, and/or monitoring.\nProficiency in Power BI, Tableau, or similar data visualization software.\nProficiency in R, Python, or similar data analysis software.\nProficiency in Microsoft Excel and database management. Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics or CRM Customization is a plus.\nExcellent communication and collaboration skills.\nExperience in nonprofit or food security sectors is a plus.\nBenefits for WorkDynamX Employees on Assignment:\nTemporary employees on assignment through WorkDynamX may be eligible for a range of benefits, including medical coverage with the option to enroll in enhanced plans after a waiting period. Voluntary vision and dental plans are also available after a waiting period. Employees may accrue paid sick leave and, if eligible based on hours worked, receive holiday pay. Additionally, a 401(k)-retirement plan with company match is available to eligible employees who meet minimum service requirements, in accordance with plan guidelines.\n\nWorkDynamX is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We are dedicated to maintaining a respectful, professional environment for all team members.","company":"Workdynamx","rawCompany":"workdynamx","city":"Hillside","state":"NJ","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-04T19:50:12.968Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1211.00","title":"Computer Systems Analysts","slug":"computer-systems-analysts"},{"code":"15-2051.01","title":"Business Intelligence Analysts","slug":"business-intelligence-analysts"},{"code":"13-1111.00","title":"Management Analysts","slug":"management-analysts"}],"industries":[{"code":"624230","title":"Emergency and Other Relief Services","slug":"emergency-and-other-relief-services"},{"code":"541690","title":"Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services","slug":"other-scientific-and-technical-consulting-services"},{"code":"624210","title":"Community Food Services","slug":"community-food-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Meal Analyst","description":"Position: Meal Analyst\n\nPosition Type: Temporary (12-month project)\n\nLocation: Hillside, NJ (Hybrid – 3 days remote)\n\nHours: 8:00am – 4:00pm or 9:00am – 5:00pm\n\nPay Range: $30.00/hr. - $37.00/hr.\n\nWe are seeking a MEAL Analyst to support a complete rehaul of agency partner reporting. The company’s partner reporting system carries a significant backlog of undigitized, unreconciled, and unverified historical data, which is the product of years of manual, fragmented reporting processes. The MEAL Analyst (Partner Reporting) is hired to address that backlog and, critically, to help build the system that replaces it. This is not a purely data entry position. It is an analyst role with a defined, time-limited mandate: audit what exists, close the gaps, and, working under the direction of the MEAL Manager (Partner Reporting), build the data infrastructure that makes manual remediation permanently unnecessary. The person in this role will need to move between detailed execution and systems thinking. The MEAL Manager will set the strategic direction and architectural requirements for the new reporting system. The MEAL Analyst is responsible for building, automating, and backlogging it.\n\nWhat you will be doing:\n\nConduct a comprehensive audit of all systems through which partners report and partner reporting data is stored, including Oasis Insight, the Partner Reporting SharePoint, the partner reporting inbox, and any physical reporting the company receives.\nSystematically identify what exists, what is missing, and what has never been submitted, categorized by agency, reporting year, and submission status.\nProduce a data gap registry: a structured, quarriable record of reporting history by partner.\nFlag reports requiring outreach (never received, incomplete, or outside expected ranges) for Coordinator action.\nTranslate audit findings into a governed data infrastructure for partner reporting, including the Partner Reporting workbook structure, CRM configuration, SharePoint folder conventions, and any additional storage or pipeline components the MEAL Manager determines are needed.\nBuild out the workbook, file structure, and intake protocols to the MEAL Manager's specifications.\nDocument the infrastructure design decisions, naming conventions, and data entry standards.\nDigitize physical reports and input historical report values (serving data, lbs. distributed) from paper records and undigitized files into the Partner Reporting workbook.\nReconcile entered values against existing workbook entries; document and escalate discrepancies to the MEAL Manager.\nConvert files into required formats (readable PDF or Excel) per MEAL Manager specifications.\nTrack and document structured outreach to partners who have never submitted, have significant gaps, or possess historical reports CFBNJ has not collected.\nMaintain Asana as the system of record for all outreach attempts, responses, and resolution outcomes.\nFormally document reporting gaps and escalating to the MEAL Manager and Compliance Assistant Director for compliance decisions.\nDevelop and automate data intake, validation, and storage workflows that replace current manual and paper-based processes.\nSupport the building of reporting outputs (dashboards, automated summary tables, or scheduled reports) using Microsoft Dynamics CRM, the CFBNJ data warehouse, R or Python based pipelines, or the tools the MEAL Manager specifies.\nDocument all system components, data dictionaries, and workflow logic to a standard that is maintainable by the MEAL team.\nTest and iterate on system components with input from the MEAL Manager, MEAL Analyst (Fulfillment), and MEAL Systems Coordinators.\nEnsure all completed remediation work is organized, labeled, and documented.\nProduce a final remediation summary and full system documentation for the new partner reporting infrastructure.\nTrain the MEAL Manager, MEAL Analyst (Fulfillment), and MEAL Systems Coordinators on the new system.\nSupport the MEAL Manager in transition planning to ensure ongoing intake tasks and reporting infrastructure can be maintained after remediation.\nThe scope of work / phases will vary once the data gap registry is completed and we receive feedback from both partners and other internal departments of our proposals.\nWhat experience we are looking for:\n\nBachelor’s degree in data analytics, public health, or a related field, or equivalent experience. Master’s degree is highly competitive.\n1-3 years of experience in data analysis, reporting, automation, and/or monitoring.\nProficiency in Power BI, Tableau, or similar data visualization software.\nProficiency in R, Python, or similar data analysis software.\nProficiency in Microsoft Excel and database management. Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics or CRM Customization is a plus.\nExcellent communication and collaboration skills.\nExperience in nonprofit or food security sectors is a plus.\nBenefits for WorkDynamX Employees on Assignment:\nTemporary employees on assignment through WorkDynamX may be eligible for a range of benefits, including medical coverage with the option to enroll in enhanced plans after a waiting period. Voluntary vision and dental plans are also available after a waiting period. Employees may accrue paid sick leave and, if eligible based on hours worked, receive holiday pay. Additionally, a 401(k)-retirement plan with company match is available to eligible employees who meet minimum service requirements, in accordance with plan guidelines.\n\nWorkDynamX is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. 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