Elma Djokovic
Roselle Park,NJ
Summary
Results-driven professional with a diverse background in data management, research, and monitoring and evaluation. Proven expertise in supporting program implementation, conducting data analysis, and driving organizational learning. Skilled in collaborating with stakeholders, developing frameworks, and synthesizing complex information for decision-making. Strong track record in database management, data mapping, and cleaning. Adept at designing and delivering data visualizations and presentations to inform key stakeholders. Committed to enhancing accuracy, efficiency, and program effectiveness through continuous improvement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Analyst
Vera Institute Of Justice
2023.01 - Current
- Spearheaded the development of a comprehensive framework to guide projects in incorporating REI (Race, Equity and Inclusion into their indicators.
- Collected, organized, and managed indicator data for multiple projects within the organization, ensuring accuracy and accessibility for analysis and reporting.
- Designed and implemented an interview guide, facilitating organizational learning and providing valuable insights for further project development.
- Collaborated with project teams to develop and refine MEL plans, logic models, and learning questions, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and evidence-based decision-making.
- Conducted of project progress towards national goals, assessing performance and identifying areas for improvement.
- Designing and implementing data collection methodologies, such as surveys, interviews, and focus groups for our Community Defined Metrics.
Data Manager
The Fortune Society
2021.11 - 2023.01
- Provide support to Re-Entry coordinators and Court Advocates by assisting in screening and intake processes, both within our internal database and in processing referrals to services within and outside of Fortune.
- Conduct weekly, monthly, and quarterly analysis, and handle ad-hoc data requests.
- Perform data mapping and cleaning for a mass transfer between databases.
- Build report layouts within the case management system to enhance efficiency in reporting and internal tracking.
- Prepare ad-hoc data requests and case file documentation for funders on multiple contracts.
- Coordinate and lead weekly check-ins with data entry employees to ensure accurate and timely data entry.
- Organize and facilitate meetings across departments to enhance accuracy and efficiency in all programs.
- Conduct weekly quality assurance checks and prepare/review monthly and quarterly reports for various contracts.
Research Assistant
Youth Represent
2019.08 - 2022.02
- Conducted research as part of a participatory action research project investigating the impact of the "Raise the Age" law in NYC.
- Collected and entered quantitative and qualitative data, managed databases, performed data cleaning, coding, and analysis for over 800 court observations and a survey of public defenders.
- Created data visualizations and PowerPoint presentations based on research findings for presentations to policy makers, lawyers, judges, and other stakeholders.
- Transcribed youth focus groups.
- Trained and assisted a team of 5 quantitative researchers in SSPS syntax and data cleaning for analysis preparation.
Public Science Project
2015.03 - 2016.11
- Collected data, performed data entry, and managed databases for participatory action research projects on policing and gentrification in NYC.
- Collaborated with a team to support various communication products, including reports and website content.
Lead Server
Big Daddy’ Restaurant
2016.11 - 2019.05
- Promoted two times in a one-year period
- Responsible for training new managers and servers and ensuring that customers’ needs are met and operation is running smoothly at all times
- Generated sales reports for each server and conducted weekly sales analysis
- References
- Brett Stoudt, Supervisor- email; brett.stoudt@gmail.com phone; (917)-257-6541
- Julia Davis, Supervisor – email; jdavis@childrensdefensefund.org phone; (347)-907-2761
- Kate Rubin, Supervisor- email: krubin@youthrepresent.org phone: (917)-647-5777
- Dale Ventura – Supervisor- email: dventura@youthrepresent.org
Education
Sociology
Hunter College
2020
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Dependable and Responsible
- Cultural Awareness
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Flexible and Adaptable
Timeline
Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Analyst
Vera Institute Of Justice
2023.01 - Current
Data Manager
The Fortune Society
2021.11 - 2023.01
Research Assistant
Youth Represent
2019.08 - 2022.02
Lead Server
Big Daddy’ Restaurant
2016.11 - 2019.05
Public Science Project
2015.03 - 2016.11
Sociology
Hunter College
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