Erin MacKenney from the St John Learning Exchange discusses her journey to implement a data plan and outcomes-based funding model. Through collaborative efforts and engaging practices like 'data parties,' she's embraced a culture of data-driven decision-making. Erin's expertise highlights the importance of focused learning, balanced with a commitment to progress over perfection, for nonprofits navigating similar paths.
Key Takeaways
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:21 State of Data and Insights Prior to PDI Program
05:30 Key Outcomes and Measurement
09:35 Engaging the Team and Data Parties
12:28 Developing the Quality-of-Life Survey
15:37 Collaboration and the Data Analysis Working Group
20:41 Refinement and Continuous Improvement
23:32 Designing the Quality-of-Life Survey
31:13 Balancing Realism and Optimism
39:31 Recommendations for Other Nonprofits
44:01 Conclusion and Contact Information
Guest Bio
Erin has a background in education and close to 10 years of experience working in poverty reduction in the non-profit sector. Throughout her career she has developed a passion for evaluation as a means to understand impact. Currently she is the Program Director and Measurement, Evaluation and Learning Lead at the Saint John Learning Exchange in Saint John, NB Canada. In her role she leads the charge in developing stronger and more efficient data collection processes, creating and incorporating new tools, building the organization's data culture, and getting the team excited about the impact of their work. She loves to make talking about data fun and has been known to throw a great data party!
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