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(AmeriCorps VISTA Role) Systems Evaluation and Coordination Associate

WomanKind
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Womankind uses the multidimensionality of our Asian heritage to work alongside survivors of gender-based violence as they build a path to healing. We are working tirelessly to create a future where we Rise Above Violence and our communities can innovate towards collective well-being, restoration, and social justice. In addition to promoting healing and safety through service provision, Womankind promotes gender justice through research, coalition building, policy analysis, and community education and mobilization.

The AmeriCorps VISTA Systems Evaluation and Coordination Associate will build Womankind’s capacity by strengthening program effectiveness and equity through systematically collecting and analyzing qualitative and quantitative data. This data will help the organization better understand survivor experiences, identify barriers to services, and assess overall program impact. Through focus groups, surveys, data analysis, and systems research, the VISTA will turn client and staff feedback into actionable insights, develop tools to track system-level challenges and organizational responses, and keep staff informed about systemic issues affecting survivors. The overall goal of this VISTA project is to promote continuous learning, accountability, and data-driven program improvements across Womankind teams. 

 

Essential Functions

  • Strengthen the organization’s ability to collect and use qualitative data to understand survivor experiences, service access, and barriers. This will support in building more equitable and responsive programs. 
    • Coordinate all the administrative aspects of running focus groups, interviews and accompanying tasks. Prepare materials, coordinate logistics, and support participant engagement.
    • Analyze qualitative data collected through focus groups and feedback sessions by identifying key themes, patterns, and emerging issues. Organize findings into clear summaries that reflect participant experiences and highlight barriers and opportunities for improvement.
    • Prepare and share summaries of findings with Client Services teams and leadership through reports and presentations.
  • Strengthen data collection, evaluation, and funder reporting by improving tools, processes, and data use for program learning and accountability. 
    • Support funder reporting by collecting, organizing, and validating program data.
    • Implement client surveys and evaluation tools aligned with program and funder needs.
    • Analyze data and produce reports highlighting trends, gaps, and insights.
  • Build organizational capacity to identify, document, and monitor system-level barriers affecting survivors by developing tools and processes that track challenges, actions taken, and outcomes over time. 
    • Create and implement tools to document system-level barriers identified through survivor feedback, staff input, and program data.
    • Collaborate with program teams to document organizational responses to identified barriers, including actions taken, referrals, and advocacy efforts. Support consistent use of tracking tools across teams.
    • Analyze tracked data to identify patterns and recurring system challenges, and prepare summaries that highlight key issues, responses, and outcomes to inform organizational strategy.
  • Increase staff awareness and understanding of system issues impacting survivors by researching, organizing, and translating information into accessible internal resources that support service delivery. 
    • Research systemic issues identified through focus groups, staff feedback, and program data, focusing on implications for service access and program operations.
    • Develop clear, accessible information sheets, briefs, and updates that translate research findings into practical resources for staff use.
    • Share updates to staff and support integration of systemic knowledge into program practices, ensuring teams remain informed about system-related changes that affect services.

Qualifications 

  • To serve in AmeriCorps VISTA, applicants must have one of the following citizenship statuses: U.S. Citizens, U.S. Nationals, Lawful Permanent Residents, or persons legally residing in a state that have the following legal residency classifications: refugee, asylum or asylee, temporary protected status or deferred action for childhood arrivals (DACA) status. This is a requirement set by AmeriCorps.
  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Excellent ability to communicate orally and in writing to a wide range of people
  • Effective planning, time management, and organizational skills
  • Familiarity with research, data analysis, evaluation and monitoring 
  • Proven ability to maintain good working relationships with a variety of people and groups
  • Highly resourceful, self-directed, and flexible with excellent team coordination abilities
  • Must be able to meet strict deadlines and adapt to changing deadlines
  • Knowledge about dynamics of gender-based violence, such as domestic violence, sexual violence, and human trafficking, in immigrant communities preferred
  • Background in sociology/public policy non-profit research preferred
  • Deep commitment to Womankind’s mission

 

Schedule 

The start date for this position is Monday, August 10, 2026 and may be subject to change, depending on AmeriCorps’ flexibility, availability, and federal budget to place a candidate.   

This position is a full-time commitment (40 hours/week) and lasts for one year (12 consecutive months). The VISTA will work on a schedule of Monday-Friday, 9 am-5 pm or 10 am-6 pm. The VISTA will be in-person full time for the first month. After, VISTAs can transition to a hybrid schedule of 3 days in person and 2 days remote, although this will be at the discretion of the direct VISTA supervisor. VISTAs in school must have their courses approved by their direct VISTA supervisor to ensure no overlap between classes and VISTA service. Please note, AmeriCorps is a federally funded program, and federal changes may impact programming (such as government shutdowns).

 

Location

Womankind is based in New York City, so it will be expected that the VISTA can commute in person to our sites. The VISTA will primarily be based out of our Headquarters, located in the Financial District of Manhattan. Occasional travel to our community offices in Brooklyn (Sunset Park) and Queens (Long Island City); and confidential emergency housing (shelter) may occur throughout the service term. All Womankind locations are accessible through public transportation.

 

Benefits

  • Living allowance ($2310/month) provided by AmeriCorps
  • Relocation allowance (for those relocating 50+ miles) provided by AmeriCorps
  • 10 medical leave/sick days provided by AmeriCorps
  • 10 personal days provided by AmeriCorps 
  • Choice of healthcare allowance or health benefit plan provided by AmeriCorps
  • Choice of education award or end-of-service stipend for successful completion of service provided by AmeriCorps
  • Travel reimbursement for the subway provided by Womankind
  • Training, skill development, and exposure to working in non-profit
  • and more as detailed in the AmeriCorps VISTA Member Handbook! 

 

How to Apply 

Submit your cover letter and resume to volunteer@iamwk.org. In addition, please create an AmeriCorps account using the AmeriCorps registration link, then apply for the VISTA position through the AmeriCorps Service Listing. When submitting your application in the AmeriCorps Portal, please make sure both of your references are uploaded. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until July 13th, or until the position is filled. 

 

Questions

For questions or assistance, please reach out to volunteer@iamwk.org. Womankind is an Equal Opportunity Employer.