Application Guide

How to Apply for RFP: Measurement & Evaluation Consultant

at Campus Compact

🏢 About Campus Compact

Campus Compact is a national coalition of colleges and universities committed to the public purposes of higher education. They are unique in their focus on civic and community engagement, supporting institutions in creating systemic change through initiatives like the Campus Action Planning (CAP) project. Working here means contributing to a mission that strengthens democracy and community partnerships.

About This Role

As a Measurement & Evaluation Consultant for the CAP project, you will design and implement a comprehensive evaluation framework to assess the effectiveness of institution-wide civic engagement strategies. Your work will directly inform program improvements and demonstrate the impact of higher education's role in community development, making this role both strategic and impactful.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve meeting virtually with Campus Compact staff to align on evaluation priorities, then developing a survey instrument for campus partners. Later, you might analyze preliminary data from a focus group and draft a memo with recommendations for program improvement.

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🎯 Who Campus Compact Is Looking For

  • Experienced in mixed-methods evaluation design, particularly in higher education or civic engagement contexts.
  • Skilled in developing performance metrics and data collection tools (surveys, interviews, focus groups) that align with project outcomes.
  • Able to work independently as a contractor while collaborating remotely with a national team.
  • Familiar with adaptive and agile program evaluation approaches, and comfortable translating complex data into actionable recommendations.

📝 Tips for Applying to Campus Compact

1

Tailor your proposal to directly address the CAP project's focus on 'adaptive and agile' strategies—show how your evaluation methods accommodate evolving programs.

2

Highlight any experience with Chief Engagement Officer roles or institutional change initiatives in higher education.

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Provide examples of previous evaluation frameworks you've developed, especially those that include both process and outcome metrics.

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Demonstrate your ability to collect mixed methods data remotely, e.g., via virtual interviews or online surveys.

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Include a clear timeline and budget breakdown in your proposal, as this is an RFP with specific deliverables.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Emphasize your expertise in evaluation design for complex, multi-institutional projects.', 'Show your understanding of civic engagement in higher education and its measurement challenges.', 'Highlight your experience with adaptive evaluation approaches that allow for real-time feedback.', 'Mention your ability to create sustainable evaluation tools that can be used beyond the contract period.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review Campus Compact's mission and past initiatives, especially the CAP project and any related reports.
  • → Understand the concept of Chief Engagement Officer and how it fits into higher education administration.
  • → Look into best practices for evaluating civic engagement programs in higher education (e.g., from IARSLCE or AACC).
  • → Familiarize yourself with the RFP process at Campus Compact—check if they have sample proposals or guidelines.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you develop an evaluation framework for a project with multiple campuses and varied activities?
2 Describe a time you had to adapt your evaluation plan due to changing program needs.
3 What metrics would you propose to measure the success of a Chief Engagement Officer role?
4 How do you ensure data quality when collecting data from multiple remote sites?
5 Walk us through how you would present evaluation findings to both program staff and external stakeholders.
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic evaluation proposal not tailored to civic engagement or higher education.
  • Overlooking the mixed-methods requirement—don't propose only quantitative or only qualitative methods.
  • Failing to address the 'adaptive and agile' aspect—your framework should allow for mid-course corrections.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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