Dana Ewing
@danaewing
Results-driven program evaluator and data manager in community programs.
What I'm looking for
I am a results-driven program evaluator and data manager with extensive experience in housing and homelessness, education, and public health. My passion lies in designing and implementing robust program evaluations and data collection processes that inform program and policy development. I thrive on integrating data insights to enhance community programs and drive meaningful change through evidence-based programming.
In my most recent role as Evaluation and Learning Manager at First Place for Youth, I led data collection, analysis, and reporting for over 30 government contracts and foundations. I designed and updated data collection tools and reports to meet contract requirements, ensuring high-quality analyses that support program improvement. My previous experience as a Planner/Evaluator for Contra Costa County allowed me to establish evaluation goals and analyze data to inform local, state, and federal stakeholders effectively.
Throughout my career, I have directed evaluations for multi-million dollar projects and developed web-based data collection procedures for schools across multiple states. I have a proven track record of preparing comprehensive reports and presentations that drive program and policy decisions, and I am committed to promoting a culture of innovation and learning in every organization I work with.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Evaluation and Learning Manager
First Place For Youth
Sep 2023 - Feb 2025 (1 year 5 months)
Led data collection, analysis, reporting, and evaluation for over 30 government contracts and foundations. Designed and updated data collection tools and reports to meet contract requirements and inform program improvement, fostering a culture of innovation and learning. Oversaw the online database to ensure high-quality, timely, and informative analyses for reporting and evaluation needs.
Planner/Evaluator
Contra Costa County
Sep 2014 - Aug 2023 (8 years 11 months)
Established evaluation goals and priorities for the Continuum of Care (CoC) and Health, Housing, and Homeless Services programs, ensuring data collection met stakeholder needs. Analyzed data from the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) database to describe client demographics and system effectiveness, managing 211 data. Prepared comprehensive reports and presentations for various annual
Director of Evaluation
Playworks
Jan 2008 - Dec 2010 (2 years 11 months)
Directed all internal and external evaluations, managing multi-year, multi-million dollar evaluation contracts funded by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. Developed web-based data collection and reporting procedures for 220 schools across 9 states to meet grant and foundation reporting needs. Created data collection training materials and aligned tools with performance measures, training executi
Planner/Evaluator
Contra Costa County
Sep 2014 - Present (10 years 10 months)
Established evaluation goals and priorities for the Continuum of Care and Health, Housing, and Homeless Services programs. Analyzed data from the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) database to describe client demographics and service provisions. Prepared comprehensive reports and presentations for various local, state, and federal stakeholders, including annual reports and quarterly dat
Evaluation and Learning Manager
First Place for Youth
Sep 2023 - Present (1 year 10 months)
Led data collection, analysis, reporting, and evaluation for over 30 government contracts and foundations. Designed and updated data collection tools and reports to meet contract requirements and promote a culture of innovation. Oversaw the online database to ensure high-quality, timely, and informative analyses for reporting and evaluation needs.
Director of Evaluation
Playworks
Jan 2008 - Present (17 years 6 months)
Directed all internal and external evaluations, managing multi-year, multi-million dollar evaluation contracts. Developed web-based data collection and reporting procedures for 220 schools across 9 states. Trained executive-level staff on data collection, analysis, and reporting for development and grants management.
Research Associate
RTI International
Jan 2000 - Dec 2008 (8 years 11 months)
Designed and conducted evaluations for federal and state governments on topics including education reform, substance use prevention, and public health interventions. Developed comprehensive evaluation plans and data collection tools for various projects. Analyzed qualitative and quantitative data, reporting findings through presentations at national conferences and published articles in peer-revie
Research Associate
RTI International
Jan 2000 - Present (25 years 6 months)
Designed and conducted evaluations for federal and state governments on topics including education reform and public health. Developed comprehensive evaluation plans and data collection tools. Analyzed qualitative and quantitative data, reporting findings through national research conferences and peer-reviewed publications.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Oregon
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
Studied Psychology with a minor in Special Education.
University of North Carolina
Master of Public Health, Public Health-Health Behavior
Focused on Public Health with an emphasis on Health Behavior.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
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