Ripple Effect

• Oversees the execution of evaluation projects by coordinating internal teams and external consultants, providing technical guidance on research design and analytical methods to ensure projects are methodologically sound and yield high-quality results. • Facilitates clear communication within the project team and with external stakeholders by providing regular project updates and ensuring all parties remain informed and engaged throughout the study. • Develops and manages detailed project plans, monitoring progress and adjusting scope, schedules, and resources as needed to ensure evaluations are completed on time and within budget. • Ensures the technical accuracy and integrity of project deliverables by enforcing rigorous quality control processes across data collection, analysis, and reporting activities, promptly addressing any issues that arise. • Guides and participates in data collection and analysis efforts, leveraging appropriate statistical methods to interpret data and generate insights that inform conclusions and recommendations. • Manages project budgets by allocating resources efficiently and monitoring expenditures, ensuring projects stay within financial constraints while meeting all objectives. • Ensures all evaluation activities adhere to relevant regulations, ethical standards, and contractual requirements by following established company policies and addressing compliance issues proactively. • Oversees comprehensive documentation of project plans, methodologies, and results, ensuring all reports and technical sections (including contributions to proposals) are clear, accurate, and submitted in a timely manner. • Implements process improvements to enhance team efficiency and project outcomes, using creative problem-solving to overcome challenges and adapt to changing project needs. • Supervises team members by handling assignments, timekeeping, and problem-solving; responsible for quality, performance management, and training. • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

• Conducts comprehensive research on communication messaging and strategies to evaluate effectiveness of communications campaigns. • Provides technical advice on methodology approaches to accomplish project objectives (e.g., research design, analytical techniques, sampling methods). • Coordinates internal resources and external consultants and vendors to execute evaluation and research studies. • Ensures projects are delivered on-time, within scope, and within budget and are technically sound and accurate. • Manages a small research team and provides mentoring and oversight to manage performance. • Develops a detailed project plan to track progress and manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs. • Provides expert advice and contributes to technical execution of projects, including data collection, instrument design, report development, analysis and synthesis of findings or other deliverables. • Synthesizes findings from multiple data sources and translates complex results into clear and compelling insights. • Contributes to proposal writing and technical solutioning for communications research and evaluation projects and may lead technical sections. • Develops and implements processes and procedures that enhance team efficiency and project effectiveness. • Establishes and maintains quality assurance processes to ensure technical accuracy and integrity across all project activities. • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Role Description Ripple Effect is seeking a Communications Research & Evaluation Manager to lead and deliver high-quality communications research, program evaluations, and evidence-based insights that improve communication strategies and outcomes for our clients. This role combines technical leadership, project management, and team supervision to ensure research and evaluation projects are methodologically sound, completed on time and within budget, and generate actionable recommendations. - Conducts comprehensive research on communication messaging and strategies to evaluate effectiveness of communications campaigns. - Provides technical advice on methodology approaches to accomplish project objectives (e.g., research design, analytical techniques, sampling methods). - Coordinates internal resources and external consultants and vendors to execute evaluation and research studies. - Ensures projects are delivered on-time, within scope, and within budget and are technically sound and accurate. - Manages a small research team and provides mentoring and oversight to manage performance. - Develops a detailed project plan to track progress and manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs. - Provides expert advice and contributes to technical execution of projects, including data collection, instrument design, report development, analysis and synthesis of findings or other deliverables. - Synthesize findings from multiple data sources and translate complex results into clear and compelling insights. - Contributes to proposal writing and technical solutioning for communications research and evaluation projects and may lead technical sections. - Develop and implement processes and procedures that enhance team efficiency and project effectiveness. - Establish and maintain quality assurance processes to ensure technical accuracy and integrity across all project activities. - Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in social sciences, health, science or any other relevant field. - 10 years' experience. - 2 years project management experience. - 6 years' experience with evaluation methods (qual/quant/mixed). - 2 years focused on communications research. Requirements - Technical experience with qualitative and quantitative evaluations. - Advanced skills with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook. - Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. - Project and people management skills in budgeting, resourcing, planning, tasking and risk management. - Ability to communicate results simply and effectively. - Ability to develop strong relationships with clients, stakeholders and external vendors. - Intermediate experience with Microsoft Office productivity software and collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams and SharePoint. - Strong attention to detail and demonstrated ability to execute instructions. Skills That Set You Apart - Master's or doctoral degree (can substitute for years of experience). - Experience preparing OMB and IRB clearance packages. - Previous supervisory experience. - Demonstrated ability to keep up with industry trends in communications research and evaluation. - Working knowledge of communications theories. - PMP or other project management certification. Benefits - Competitive pay. - Exceptional benefits. - A range of programs that support work/life balance and personalized preferences.

Role Description Ripple Effect is looking for a Research and Evaluation Manager that will work with the Research & Evaluation team to deliver mixed methods research, surveys, and portfolio analyses to ensure projects meet the expectations of stakeholders. This role will provide guidance on research design, analysis, and compliance while serving as primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders. - Oversees the execution of evaluation projects by coordinating internal teams and external consultants, providing technical guidance on research design and analytical methods to ensure projects are methodologically sound and yield high-quality results. - Facilitates clear communication within the project team and with external stakeholders by providing regular project updates and ensuring all parties remain informed and engaged throughout the study. - Develops and manages detailed project plans, monitoring progress and adjusting scope, schedules, and resources as needed to ensure evaluations are completed on time and within budget. - Ensures the technical accuracy and integrity of project deliverables by enforcing rigorous quality control processes across data collection, analysis, and reporting activities, promptly addressing any issues that arise. - Guides and participates in data collection and analysis efforts, leveraging appropriate statistical methods to interpret data and generate insights that inform conclusions and recommendations. - Manages project budgets by allocating resources efficiently and monitoring expenditures, ensuring projects stay within financial constraints while meeting all objectives. - Ensures all evaluation activities adhere to relevant regulations, ethical standards, and contractual requirements by following established company policies and addressing compliance issues proactively. - Oversees comprehensive documentation of project plans, methodologies, and results, ensuring all reports and technical sections (including contributions to proposals) are clear, accurate, and submitted in a timely manner. - Implements process improvements to enhance team efficiency and project outcomes, using creative problem-solving to overcome challenges and adapt to changing project needs. - Supervises team members by handling assignments, timekeeping, and problem-solving; responsible for quality, performance management, and training. - Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in social sciences, health, science or program evaluation field, Master's degree preferred. - 10 years of relevant, professional experience. - 2 years project management experience. Requirements - Technical experience with qualitative and quantitative software packages. - Excellent organizational skills, strong attention to detail and ability to execute instructions. - Project and people management skills in budgeting, resourcing, planning, tasking and risk management. - Ability to communicate results simply and effectively. - Ability to develop strong relationships with clients, stakeholders and external vendors. - Experience with large data sets, quantitative methods, and multivariate statistical analysis. - Intermediate experience with Microsoft Office productivity software and collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams and SharePoint. - Strong attention to detail and demonstrated ability to execute instructions. Benefits - Competitive pay. - Exceptional benefits. - A range of programs that support your work/life balance and personalized preferences. Company Description Ripple Effect is a woman-owned, 200-person company of communicators, scientists, researchers, and analysts. Established in 2003, and named as one of the “Best and Brightest Companies to Work For” in 2024 and 2025 by the NABR, Ripple Effect has earned acclaim for delivering unparalleled consulting services and top-tier talent across federal, private, and non-profit sectors.

• support public health communications initiatives through the development, management, and dissemination of digital content across multiple channels • manage and maintain social media content across platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter, YouTube, and emerging digital channels • develop and execute social media and digital engagement plans that align with public health priorities, communication objectives, and campaign goals • create and edit a variety of health communication products, including social media content, newsletters, communication plans, messaging documents, marketing collateral, website content, presentations, and outreach materials • translate complex scientific, technical, and public health information into clear, audience-focused messaging using plain language and health literacy best practices • support public health social marketing initiatives by coordinating content deployment across multiple communication channels and tracking campaign performance • monitor audience engagement, social media conversations, and stakeholder interactions while identifying opportunities to improve reach and impact • prepare reports and dashboards that summarize communication metrics, engagement trends, and performance insights • contribute to branding, style guides, communication standards, and quality assurance processes • track schedules, editorial calendars, and project timelines to support timely delivery of communications products and campaigns • support client and stakeholder engagement through professional communications, meeting participation, and responsive service delivery • identify communication challenges, recommend improvements, and contribute to continuous process enhancement efforts • provide informal guidance and quality review support for junior team members as appropriate

Role Description Are you passionate about bridging science and storytelling to improve public health? As a Social Media & Digital Engagement Specialist you will support public health communications initiatives through the development, management, and dissemination of digital content across multiple channels. This role combines health communications expertise with social media strategy and audience engagement to ensure accurate, accessible, and impactful public health messaging. The incumbent executes communications campaigns, manages digital engagement activities, develops science-based content, monitors performance metrics, and contributes to continuous improvement efforts while working under direct supervision with increasing independence. - Managing and maintaining social media content across platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter, YouTube, and emerging digital channels - Developing and executing social media and digital engagement plans that align with public health priorities, communication objectives, and campaign goals - Creating and editing a variety of health communication products, including social media content, newsletters, communication plans, messaging documents, marketing collateral, website content, presentations, and outreach materials - Translating complex scientific, technical, and public health information into clear, audience-focused messaging using plain language and health literacy best practices - Supporting public health social marketing initiatives by coordinating content deployment across multiple communication channels and tracking campaign performance - Monitoring audience engagement, social media conversations, and stakeholder interactions while identifying opportunities to improve reach and impact - Preparing reports and dashboards that summarize communication metrics, engagement trends, and performance insights - Contributing to branding, style guides, communication standards, and quality assurance processes to ensure consistency and compliance across communication products - Tracking schedules, editorial calendars, and project timelines to support timely delivery of communications products and campaigns - Supporting client and stakeholder engagement through professional communications, meeting participation, and responsive service delivery - Identifying communication challenges, recommending improvements, and contributing to continuous process enhancement efforts - Providing informal guidance and quality review support for junior team members as appropriate Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Health, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, Digital Media, Health Promotion, or a related field - At least 2 years of relevant professional experience in health communications, public affairs, digital communications, social media management, marketing, or related fields - Experience developing communication materials and digital content for public-facing audiences Requirements - Experience managing organizational social media platforms and implementing content strategies - Experience developing written communications products such as newsletters, messaging documents, blog posts, website content, communication plans, or social media campaigns - Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with the ability to translate technical or scientific information into plain-language content - Strong attention to detail and demonstrated ability to execute instructions - Knowledge of public health communications, audience engagement, and health literacy best practices - Experience collecting, analyzing, and reporting communication or social media performance metrics - Experience using social media management and scheduling platforms - Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office productivity software and collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams and SharePoint Skills That Set You Apart - Experience supporting federal health agencies such as CDC, NIH, CMS, HHS, or other public health organizations - Experience supporting public health awareness campaigns, social marketing initiatives, or health promotion programs - Experience with social media management platforms such as Hootsuite, Sprinklr, Sprout Social, Buffer, or similar tools - Knowledge of Section 508 accessibility requirements, digital accessibility standards, and plain language guidance - Basic knowledge of AI tools, including their limitations and risks, and how they can be applied to support project management tasks Benefits At Ripple Effect, we reward our employees for their contributions to our mission. Our comprehensive total rewards package includes competitive pay, exceptional benefits, and a range of programs that support your work/life balance and personalized preferences.

• Provide administrative, technical, and technology services to manage a portfolio of regulatory development and revision projects requiring public comment and/or interview data analysis and synthesis. • Manage people and processes to ensure that the projects are delivered successfully and meet client expectations. • Support the design and implementation of programs and initiatives including developing objectives, drafting strategic & implementation plans and developing new workflows. • Develop and implement processes and procedures to enhance effectiveness and efficiency of team's operations. • Coordinate internal resources and external consultants and vendors to execute programs and projects. • Manage a small team providing mentoring and oversight and managing performance. • Ensure projects are delivered on-time, within scope, and within budget and are technically sound and accurate. • Oversee the development of deliverables to ensure on-time delivery and high-quality. • Develop a detailed project plan to track progress and manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs. • Manage relationships with clients and all stakeholders. • Provide advice on technical approaches to accomplish project objectives including meeting cadence, research approaches, resource needs, communication strategies, and data management. • Establish and maintain relationships with external consultants, vendors, and partners. • Contribute to proposal writing and technical solutioning for relevant projects and may lead technical or management sections. • Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Role Description Are you passionate about bridging science and strategy to drive progress forward? As a Public Comment Project Manager you will provide administrative, technical, and technology services to manage a portfolio of regulatory development and revision projects requiring public comment and/or interview data analysis and synthesis. In addition, you will manage people and processes to ensure that the projects are delivered successfully and meet client expectations. - Supports the design and implementation of programs and initiatives including developing objectives, drafting strategic & implementation plans and developing new workflows. - Develops and implements processes and procedures to enhance effectiveness and efficiency of team's operations. - Coordinates internal resources and external consultants and vendors to execute programs and projects. - Manages a small team providing mentoring and oversight and managing performance. May supervise staff, when appropriate. - Ensures projects are delivered on-time, within scope, and within budget and are technically sound and accurate. - Oversees the development of deliverables to ensure on-time delivery and high-quality. - Develops a detailed project plan to track progress and manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs. - May manage larger projects and teams, multiple concurrent projects, or interdisciplinary projects spanning multiple business units. - Manages relationships with clients and all stakeholders. - Provides advice on technical approaches to accomplish project objectives including meeting cadence, research approaches, resource needs, communication strategies, and data management. - Establishes and maintains relationships with external consultants, vendors, and partners. - Contributes to proposal writing and technical solutioning for relevant projects and may lead technical or management sections. - Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in science, health, healthcare or related area; Master's degree preferred. - 10 years' experience. - 2 years project management experience. Requirements - Experience with relevant research or programmatic software packages to accomplish project objectives. - Advanced ability to navigate web-based systems such as SharePoint, Teams and other electronic business systems and train others on their use. - Advanced skills with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook. - Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. - Project and people management skills in budgeting, resourcing, planning, tasking, and risk management. - Ability to communicate results simply and effectively. - Ability to develop strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and external vendors. - May have advanced knowledge in area of technical expertise. Skills that Set You Apart - Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. - Experience as a consultant to federal agencies. - Experience analyzing public comments or other qualitative data for HHS agencies. Benefits At Ripple Effect, we reward our employees for their contributions to our mission. Our comprehensive total rewards package includes competitive pay, exceptional benefits, and a range of programs that support your work/life balance and personalized preferences. Learn more about our benefits and culture here.

• Supports routine accounting functions such as data entry, reconciliation, and report preparation under close supervision • Follows established procedures to ensure accuracy and compliance • Collaborates with team members, communicates clearly, and contributes to internal documentation • While not responsible for direct supervision, works within a team structure and seeks guidance to meet deadlines and improve processes • Other duties as assigned

Role Description Are you passionate about turning numbers into insights that drive smart decisions? As a Part-time Clerk on our Finance & Administration team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our success. Your work will directly impact Ripple Effect's ability to deliver on critical client missions by properly completing accounting-related functions including system entry and email inbox triage. You will be in an essential position that spearheads accurate financial record-keeping and ensures smooth financial operations for the team. This role is ideal for someone who is looking to build practical accounting experience in a supportive, team-oriented environment. We welcome candidates who are eager to learn, attentive to detail, and motivated to grow their skills across core accounting functions. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or relevant fields - No professional experience required Requirements - Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including core functions and formulas; pivot tables; conditional formatting; and data validation - Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office productivity software and collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams and SharePoint - Demonstration of competencies essential for the role, including attention to detail, clear communication, independent work, and a drive to learn - Strong time management skills that lead to accurate and consistent completion of repetitive tasks Skills that Set You Apart - Basic knowledge of accounting software such as Jamis, Quickbooks, Sage or Microsoft Dynamics - Foundational knowledge of the Accounts Payable or Accounts Receivable process including preparing accounting entries and reconciling accounts - Certifications in Accounting - Basic knowledge of AI tools, including their limitations and risks, and how they can be applied to support accounting tasks - Experience maintaining and developing tracking systems and spreadsheets - Experience working in a consulting, project management, or staffing company Benefits - Competitive pay - Exceptional benefits - A range of programs that support your work/life balance and personalized preferences Company Description Ripple Effect is an award-winning women-owned, 200-person company of communicators, scientists, researchers, and analysts. Established in 2003, and named as one of the “Best and Brightest Companies to Work For” since 2020, Ripple Effect has earned acclaim for delivering unparalleled consulting services and top-tier talent across federal, private, and non-profit sectors.