Culture Archives - data.org http://data.org/topic/culture/ Wed, 30 Aug 2023 18:21:32 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.2 https://data.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/cropped-favicon-test-32x32.png Culture Archives - data.org http://data.org/topic/culture/ 32 32 Building Responsive Investments in Gender Equality Using Gender Data System Maturity Models https://data.org/resources/building-responsive-investments-in-gender-equality-using-gender-data-system-maturity-models/ Wed, 30 Aug 2023 18:20:18 +0000 https://data.org/?post_type=resource&p=19560 Overview The new Building Responsive Investments in Data for Gender Equality (BRIDGE) tool is designed for use by gender data focal points in national statistical offices (NSOs) of low- and middle-income countries and by their partners within the national statistical system (NSS) to communicate gender data priorities to domestic sources…

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The new Building Responsive Investments in Data for Gender Equality (BRIDGE) tool is designed for use by gender data focal points in national statistical offices (NSOs) of low- and middle-income countries and by their partners within the national statistical system (NSS) to communicate gender data priorities to domestic sources of financing and international donors.

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How to Create a Data Playbook https://data.org/resources/how-to-create-a-data-playbook/ Mon, 26 Jun 2023 12:49:35 +0000 https://data.org/?post_type=resource&p=18530 Overview This resource provides insights and methodology with reflection on the initial idea, pilot, and beta for playbook launch phases. It concludes with overall lessons that can be useful to everyone who is developing data playbooks for their organizations.

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This resource provides insights and methodology with reflection on the initial idea, pilot, and beta for playbook launch phases. It concludes with overall lessons that can be useful to everyone who is developing data playbooks for their organizations.

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Communicating Data for Impact: A How-To Guide https://data.org/resources/communicating-data-for-impact-a-how-to-guide/ Tue, 18 Apr 2023 23:00:50 +0000 https://data.org/?post_type=resource&p=17298 Overview In today’s increasingly digital age, data is being collected at an unprecedented rate through a variety of channels. Data serves as an essential aspect of communication, a key input for decision-making, and a means to evaluate the performance of programs, projects, and policies. However, many people and organizations struggle…

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In today’s increasingly digital age, data is being collected at an unprecedented rate through a variety of channels. Data serves as an essential aspect of communication, a key input for decision-making, and a means to evaluate the performance of programs, projects, and policies. However, many people and organizations struggle to unlock the power of data and/or communicate it in the most effective way to achieve impact and inspire action.

This guide shares the building blocks of a data communication strategy to better understand the value and potential of an organization’s data, the two tiers to measure the impact of a strategy, and a worksheet to put a data communication strategy in place. It also provides real-world examples from mission-driven organizations.

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Data Learning Journey Playbook https://data.org/resources/data-learning-journey-playbook/ Tue, 18 Apr 2023 23:00:48 +0000 https://data.org/?post_type=resource&p=17265 Overview This Data Learning Journey Playbook is a hands-on resource with independent and team activities that seek to build and sustain data culture and skills for global development organizations. This playbook is designed with people at the center— developing data skills for everyone and leveraging data as a tool for…

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This Data Learning Journey Playbook is a hands-on resource with independent and team activities that seek to build and sustain data culture and skills for global development organizations. This playbook is designed with people at the center— developing data skills for everyone and leveraging data as a tool for learning collaboratively.

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Integrating IDEA in Data Vocabulary https://data.org/resources/integrating-idea-in-data-vocabulary/ Wed, 29 Mar 2023 14:57:48 +0000 https://data.org/?post_type=resource&p=16877 Overview An IDEA approach is essential to reflect the wide variety of lived experiences within the use and application of data. Historically, the use of data is centered around strategy for building capital, and large companies can agenda-set language and frameworks due to their extensive reach. By using IDEA as…

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An IDEA approach is essential to reflect the wide variety of lived experiences within the use and application of data. Historically, the use of data is centered around strategy for building capital, and large companies can agenda-set language and frameworks due to their extensive reach. By using IDEA as a staple in our proposed terminology, we hope to encourage organizational knowledge-building based on their unique efforts and needs.

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A Modern Framework for Institutional Analytics https://data.org/resources/a-modern-framework-for-institutional-analytics/ Fri, 10 Mar 2023 18:26:52 +0000 https://data.org/?post_type=resource&p=16509 Overview Harnessing the power of analytics — using data to inform and proactively guide institutional actions and decisions — is no longer an optional “extra.” A strong analytics capability has become a necessity that allows colleges and universities to provide the services that students expect and to predict and respond…

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Harnessing the power of analytics — using data to inform and proactively guide institutional actions and decisions — is no longer an optional “extra.” A strong analytics capability has become a necessity that allows colleges and universities to provide the services that students expect and to predict and respond to change.

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DataBasic.io https://data.org/resources/databasic-io/ Mon, 06 Feb 2023 21:30:54 +0000 https://data.org/?post_type=resource&p=15716 Overview DataBasic.io is a free, hands-on learning program that helps social impact organizations jumpstart their data culture. The site provides accessible and fun facilitation videos to help introduce data best practices for non-technical professionals.

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DataBasic.io is a free, hands-on learning program that helps social impact organizations jumpstart their data culture. The site provides accessible and fun facilitation videos to help introduce data best practices for non-technical professionals.

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The New Leadership Mindset for Data and Analytics https://data.org/resources/the-new-leadership-mindset-for-data-and-analytics/ Mon, 28 Nov 2022 20:23:20 +0000 https://data.org/?post_type=resource&p=14344 Overview Social impact organizations need to devote time and resources to classify and certify the different types of analytical jobs they have and need. They can benefit from expanding their talent pools by working with universities directly on educational programs, and by building and nurturing communities within their organizations to…

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Social impact organizations need to devote time and resources to classify and certify the different types of analytical jobs they have and need. They can benefit from expanding their talent pools by working with universities directly on educational programs, and by building and nurturing communities within their organizations to develop employees for their data teams. These steps are essential for organizations looking to use analytics to improve both operations and opportunities for digital innovation.

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5 Steps to Create a Data-Driven Culture at Your Organization https://data.org/resources/5-steps-to-create-a-data-driven-culture-at-your-organization/ Wed, 23 Nov 2022 19:45:45 +0000 https://data.org/?post_type=resource&p=14338 Overview To become a truly data-driven organization, leadership must work to create a culture that encourages and empowers the entire team to be data-driven. This is even more important in an impact-focused organization, where many team members may not have the training or work experience to understand the importance of data…

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To become a truly data-driven organization, leadership must work to create a culture that encourages and empowers the entire team to be data-driven. This is even more important in an impact-focused organization, where many team members may not have the training or work experience to understand the importance of data collection and analysis. This resource shares 5 steps you can take to build a data-driven culture at your organization.

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Senior Research Software Engineer Job Description Template https://data.org/resources/senior-research-software-engineer-job-description-template/ Wed, 23 Nov 2022 19:45:43 +0000 https://data.org/?post_type=resource&p=14261 Overview This template is a great starting point for an organization ready to hire a senior research software engineer. Here you will find information on the role of a senior research software engineer, a guide for writing a job description, and templates that can be customized to fit the needs…

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This template is a great starting point for an organization ready to hire a senior research software engineer. Here you will find information on the role of a senior research software engineer, a guide for writing a job description, and templates that can be customized to fit the needs of individual organizations.

Who We Are:

[ ORGANIZATION NAME ] mission goes here and about your organization.

About this Role:

The Senior Research Software Engineer (RSE) will be implementing solutions to maximize interoperability and consistency across the different packages. In close collaboration with other RSE teams, the post holder will develop dedicated object classes to represent common data as well as procedures for handling, visualizing, and converting them and tools for data pipeline automation. The senior RSE will also help define and implement good practices for the packages, including coding standards, documentation, unit testing and associated coverage diagnostics, continuous integration and Agile collaboration frameworks.  

The salary range for this position is [ SALARY RANGE ] annually and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

[ ORGANIZATION NAME ] highly values facilitating an equitable standard of living across the regions in which it operates. This position’s location is remote and can be based anywhere globally. Details of actual compensation will be discussed during the interview process to ensure compensation is approached comprehensively and equitability. [ TRAVEL REQUIREMENT, IF APPLICABLE ].

What You’ll Do:

Contribute to the development of object classes (S3/S4/R6) and associated methods for handling, visualizing, and converting the most common types of outbreak data 

Help define and implement coding, documentation and quality standards for the R packages

Implement a coherent infrastructure for automated testing and continuous integration for the packages

Contribute to the development of infrastructures for data pipelines, automated reporting, and scientific reproducibility 

Contribute to developing standards for data anonymization and data security 

Improve existing codebases and packages to meet the development team’s standards 

Help other teams implement Lean and Agile collaboration frameworks (e.g. Scrum)  

Write documentation as needed 

Attend meetings as needed 

Qualifications You’ll Need:

Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of relevant experience developing software to industry standards 

Excellent programing skills in R and at least one additional language 

High proficiency with version control systems (preferably Git) 

Experience in implementing automated testing and continuous integration 

Experience applying Lean and Agile principles in a collaboration framework (e.g. Scrum) 

Self-motivated and able to work in a startup environment- managing to project plans, while maintaining the flexibility to shift as the program and organization evolve 

Detail-oriented and organized 

Ability to work collaboratively and develop trusted relationships 

Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills 

Demonstrated work ethic, and ability to self-manage within a geographically distributed team 

Experience working with purpose-driven organizations 

Experience in Public Health, Technology, Research, Data Science, or Innovation sector preferred 

Experience managing developers team, a plus 

Excellent knowledge of R packages for software development (e.g. devtools, testthat, usethis) 

General knowledge of common R packages for data analysis (tidyverse, reconverse) a plus 

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Mitigating Bias in Artificial Intelligence https://data.org/resources/mitigating-bias-in-artificial-intelligence/ Wed, 23 Nov 2022 19:45:42 +0000 https://data.org/?post_type=resource&p=14313 Overview Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly being used to make decisions affecting most aspects of our lives. It has the potential to reduce human subjectivity, but can also embed biases. This playbook explains why bias exists in AI and its impacts, the challenges to addressing bias, and seven strategic plays in…

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Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly being used to make decisions affecting most aspects of our lives. It has the potential to reduce human subjectivity, but can also embed biases. This playbook explains why bias exists in AI and its impacts, the challenges to addressing bias, and seven strategic plays in order to mitigate bias in AI.

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Senior Data Analyst Job Description Template https://data.org/resources/senior-data-analyst-job-description-template/ Tue, 25 Oct 2022 14:17:25 +0000 https://data.org/?post_type=resource&p=14248 Overview This template is a great starting point for an organization ready to hire a senior data analyst. Here you will find information on the role of a data analyst, a guide for writing a job description, and templates that can be customized to fit the needs of individual organizations.…

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This template is a great starting point for an organization ready to hire a senior data analyst. Here you will find information on the role of a data analyst, a guide for writing a job description, and templates that can be customized to fit the needs of individual organizations.

Who We Are:

[ ORGANIZATION NAME ] mission goes here and about your organization.

About this Role:

As [ ORGANIZATION NAME ], we put a high premium on clear, analytically rigorous data insights for the social sector. Within organization [x], this role will play an important part in providing that clarity, rigor, and creativity to [ WHAT TEAM(S) THIS POSITION WILL PRIMARILY WORK WITH ]. As a senior individual contributor, this role will help build the analyst function within [ ORGANIZATION NAME ], initially deploying contract resources, then hiring junior staff when there is sufficient demand and the necessary funding to do so. This role will report to the [reporting position].

This role will lead on analytics and reporting for [ TOOL OR APPLICATION, IF APPLICABLE ]. In addition, this role will review marketing analytics data for the marketing site, email products, and social data. This person will work closely with team members to make clear recommendations for the next steps.

This is a full-time, exempt position. The salary range for this position is [ SALARY RANGE ] annually, and [ BENEFITS PACKAGE ]. This position’s location is [ REMOTE, HYBRID, IN-PERSON ]. To promote transparency in compensation practices, this position lists a baseline salary for a US-based cost of living. Details of actual compensation will be discussed during the interview process to ensure compensation is approached comprehensively and equitability. [ TRAVEL REQUIREMENT, IF APPLICABLE ].

What You’ll Do:

[ ORGANIZATION NAME ] is seeking an experienced analyst who will:

Conduct analysis of the [ TOOL OR APPLICATION, IF APPLICABLE ], and interpret data to aid in understanding of insights about the community of social impact organizations

Conduct analysis of digital properties: marketing site, email outreach, social media, and develop a holistic overall picture of performance and opportunities for improvement

Work closely with the [ WHAT TEAM(S) THIS POSITION WILL PRIMARILY WORK WITH ] teams to recommend actionable next steps for all digital properties, campaigns, and initiatives

Provide guidance and best practices on data management and marketing platforms like Salesforce, Google Analytics, Google Data Studio, and Google Tag Manager

Produce data visualizations to illuminate and communicate important learning

Where possible, incorporate qualitative findings into quantitative reporting

Work closely with staff to plan, develop, implement, and evaluate protocols and research related to data quality assurance

Prepare reports and presentations for the executive team, founding partners, and funders to evaluate and communicate impact

Grow the analyst function as demand requires and funding allows, managing any contract or permanent junior analyst resource

Performs other duties as needed

Qualifications You’ll Need:

Degree or equivalent qualifications and experience

A minimum of 4+ years of full-time experience in data analysis

Experience with Google Analytics and Google BigQuery

Experience in SQL, SAS, Python, or R programming

Knowledge of marketing technology data platforms such as CRM (Salesforce), social marketing insights, and email marketing analytics

Proficiency in data visualization tools, such as Tableau

Strong oral and written communication skills, with experience presenting data interpretation and insights to non-technical audiences

Experience with (and patience for) creating new analytics processes for an early-stage environment

A mission-driven individual with strong judgment, interpersonal skills, and an ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Social sector experience preferred

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