Description
The Mississippi State Department of Health seeks a qualified external program evaluator to design, implement, and report on a comprehensive evaluation of the WISEWOMAN cardiovascular health program. The contractor will develop an evaluation plan and logic model, manage data collection and analysis (quantitative and qualitative), produce quarterly data briefs, an annual report, and maintain a Power BI dashboard. Additional duties include technical assistance to program staff, stakeholder engagement, compliance with HIPAA and federal grant requirements, and support for grant renewal applications. The contract is firm‑fixed‑price at $50,000 per year for a 2½‑year period, with optional extensions up to three years.
• Develop evaluation plan, logic model, and performance metrics within 30 days of award.
• Conduct quarterly data cleaning, stratified analyses, fidelity assessments, and cost‑effort analyses.
• Design and execute qualitative interviews, focus groups, and surveys.
• Produce quarterly briefs (≤10 pages) and an annual comprehensive report; maintain monthly‑updated Power BI dashboard.
• Provide quarterly technical assistance sessions and ad‑hoc consulting to program staff.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, 2 CFR 200, state privacy statutes, and data use agreements.
• Travel up to 2 overnight stays and 718 miles reimbursable; virtual support available.