Job Description
Child Welfare Strategic Planning Consultant / Program Assessment Consultant
12-month contract
South Dakota (Onsite)
Key Responsibilities
1. Program Assessment
Review and evaluate the Stronger Families Together initiative
Assess current processes, advisory structure, and program effectiveness
Identify strengths, gaps, and improvement opportunities in the program
2. Research and Stakeholder Engagement
Review key documents such as:
Strategic plans
Recruitment plans
Steering committee reports
Collect feedback from:
Stakeholders
Ministries
child welfare organizations
3. Strategic Planning
Develop a 3-year strategic plan including:
Vision and strategic priorities
Clear goals and objectives
Performance metrics and measurable outcomes
4. Implementation Support
Develop implementation strategies and timelines
Identify resources required to implement the plan
Create milestones to measure progress
Support agency leadership during rollout of the plan
Facilitate meetings and provide guidance to stakeholders
Required Experience
Candidates should demonstrate experience in:
Child welfare systems
Strategic planning
Program assessment
Stakeholder engagement
Government or public-sector consulting experience (preferred)