Impact and Evaluation Assistant

Organizational Overview

Philadelphia Youth Basketball (PYB) leverages the iconic game of basketball to deliver life-changing opportunities and experiences for young people, particularly those from under-resourced families and communities. Built of, by, for, and with the communities we serve, PYB provides a safe, nurturing environment where young people can develop the skill-sets and mindsets they need to succeed on the court, in the classroom, in their careers, and throughout their lives.

We envision a Philadelphia in which all youth are supported, empowered, uplifted, and thriving. As a leader in youth self-determination and workforce development, PYB seeks to drive sustained, positive, generational change in the lives of young people and our communities.

Guiding this work are six key tenets of our Community Agreement, which are deeply embedded into our culture and programs:

• Trust – We believe in each other and work to form positive relationships.
• Safe Space – We take responsibility for creating judgment-free environments where everyone feels welcome.
• Teamwork – We find strength in our peers and honor every role on the team.
• Integrity – We value honesty and equity, and we take responsibility to repair relationships when necessary.
• Care – We show empathy by protecting the health and well-being of each other and our space.
• Respect – We honor each person and treat them with dignity, striving to treat others how they wish to be treated.

Together, these principles shape PYB’s “bigger than basketball” culture, ensuring that every program advances both athletic and personal growth.

Core Work Scope & Responsibilities

The Impact and Evaluation Assistant is a part-time, temporary position that supports PYB’s efforts to track, analyze, and report on program participation and impact. Reporting to the Director of Impact and Evaluation and working closely with the Vice President of Program Operations, this role ensures that data is collected, organized, and translated into meaningful insights to improve programming, strengthen operations, and support staff learning and donor engagement.

This role is designed for a detail-oriented, mission-aligned individual eager to contribute to data-informed program delivery in a dynamic youth development organization. The position will conclude in June 2026 and requires flexible availability, including occasional evenings and weekends during peak program seasons.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Program Data Collection & Management

• Administering surveys to youth, parents, and coach-mentors during seasonal programs.
• Conducting interviews and focus groups to capture participant and family voices.
• Reviewing, cleaning, and organizing program registration and attendance data.
• Maintaining accurate seasonal datasets for real-time monitoring of engagement.

Program Reporting

• Supporting the creation of seasonal summary reports with key metrics, trends, and participant feedback.
• Assisting in preparing visuals and dashboards for staff, board, and funder use.
• Contributing data to inform program planning and operational decision-making.

Program Operations Support

• Providing light operational assistance during peak program times (e.g., check-in, survey administration).
• Collaborating with program staff to ensure smooth seasonal operations.
• Participating in seasonal debriefs and internal learning sessions to elevate findings and feedback.

Position Requirements

• Education – Current graduate student, early-career professional, or junior/senior undergraduate student with demonstrated interest in youth development, social sciences, or data management.
• Experience – Familiarity with survey platforms (e.g., Google Forms, SurveyMonkey, Jotforms, Qualtrics) and spreadsheets/formulas (Google Sheets/Excel) for data entry, cleaning, and analysis.
• Youth Engagement – Comfort engaging directly with young people and families through surveys, interviews, and focus groups.
• Cultural Competence – Genuine comfort and ability to work across diverse communities; commitment to PYB’s values of voice, value, and visibility.
• Communication Skills – Strong written and verbal communication abilities, particularly in collecting, summarizing, and presenting participant feedback.
• Organizational Skills – Strong attention to detail and well-developed organizational abilities to manage multiple data-focused tasks effectively while balancing light operational support.
• Technical Skills – Proficiency in Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Forms, Drive) and comfort using survey platforms and basic data visualization tools.
• Collaboration & Independence – Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative, learning-oriented team.
• Problem-Solving – Flexibility and resourcefulness to adapt to shifting responsibilities as program data collection and reporting needs evolve.
• Growth Mindset – Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous learning.
• Flexibility – Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends during peak program seasons.

Clearances

All staff members must possess or obtain the following state and federal clearances prior to training and before engaging in any hands-on activities with young people participating in Philadelphia Youth Basketball programs:

• Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check (SP4 164)
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance Form (CY113)
• Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Background Check (Criminal History Report), if applicable
• Mandated Reporter Certificate
• National Sex Offender Registry Verificatio
• CPR/AED Certificate