Analyst (Technical Assistance)

Overview

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Applications must be submitted to Careers@khi.org by November 18, 2026, and should include a cover letter, CV, three references, and a writing sample. Writing samples may include a curriculum, research, policy analysis or technical assistance resource.

The mission of the Kansas Health Institute (KHI) is to improve the health of all Kansans by providing nonpartisan information, convening crucial conversations and facilitating learning that leads to meaningful change. We are seeking to hire an Analyst with expertise in providing technical assistance. KHI has an exciting portfolio of work in technical assistance, focused on providing education and training related to research and public health, and facilitating community stakeholders, task forces and groups across the state.

The Analyst will support KHI’s technical assistance, education, research and policy initiatives, with a focus on the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) Technical Assistance Hub. The Hub helps Kansas organizations apply for RHTP funding and assists grantees with onboarding, reporting and documenting progress. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, responding to technical assistance requests and developing webinars, templates and other resources to build applicant and grantee capacity. The Analyst also may support the Region 7 Public Health Innovation Hub, which assists Public Health Infrastructure Grant recipients, and other technical assistance initiatives. The Analyst may contribute to other education, research and policy projects. The position requires occasional in-state travel (an estimated three to seven days per quarter) to engage with stakeholders in person.

We invite individuals with the following qualifications and experience to apply.

Knowledge: The candidate will have knowledge and experience with rural communities, health care, public health, grant application processes, and how policy and system changes can improve health. Desired knowledge includes:

·         Familiarity with Kansas health care and public health systems, including rural providers and community-based organizations, state agencies and key partners.

·         Understanding of federal and state grant programs, including application, eligibility, budget, onboarding and reporting requirements.

·         Knowledge of governmental public health practice and infrastructure, including workforce development, strategic planning, community health assessment, community engagement and communication.

·         Familiarity with program evaluation concepts and methods.

General Skills:

·         Project management skills, such as developing timelines and meeting agendas and effectively managing priorities, are essential for keeping technical assistance initiatives on track. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines are important.

·         Active listening and the ability to identify potential challenges in delivering technical assistance and adapting strategies to address them are crucial, as are strong problem-solving skills and the ability to translate complex information into practical guidance and solutions.

Information gathering and analytical skills, including the ability to collect, interpret and synthesize information to support technical assistance, education and policy projects, are necessary.
·         Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, along with an understanding of diverse populations and their unique challenges, including in the context of public health and health equity, is critical for designing and delivering effective technical assistance.

·         Working knowledge of virtual collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom, Teams) is necessary, as is proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Technical Assistance Experience We Are Seeking:

·         Experience helping organizations navigate grant applications, onboarding and reporting requirements while building their capacity to manage these processes independently.

·         Experience managing technical assistance requests through a structured intake, assignment, tracking and follow-up process, and meeting target response times.

·         Ability to identify questions requiring official guidance and refer them to appropriate partners.

·         Experience identifying common technical assistance needs and developing responsive resources, including webinars, templates and tools.

·         Experience coordinating with state agencies, partner organizations and subcontractors, and reporting on technical assistance activity, themes and emerging needs.

·         Proficiency in identifying the needs of groups interested in technical assistance. These groups of stakeholders may range from community coalitions to agencies.

·         Proficiency in designing focus group and in-depth interview questionnaires.

·         Proficiency in recommending approaches to analyze qualitative data, as well as conducting quantitative data analysis.

·         Experience building trust and rapport with a wide variety of stakeholders.

·         Experience delivering technical assistance in-person and virtually, which may include one-on-one consultations, presentations, written communication, training, resource development and other formats.

·         Experience embedding equity into TA design and delivering inclusive, culturally responsive technical assistance to diverse populations.

·         Experience using virtual tools such as polling, whiteboards, and various technical assistance tools (e.g., SWOT analysis).

·         Experience using Kansas-specific secondary data sources to generate detailed descriptive statistics.

Writing and Presentation Experience:

·         Ability to create clear and impactful written materials, including presentation slides.

·         Ability to deliver engaging presentations that effectively communicate complex information using plain language.

Qualifications:

A master’s degree in health policy, public policy, public health, psychology, sociology, economics or a related field, or a bachelor’s degree and at least three years of relevant experience.

Work Environment:
Work is performed in a hybrid in-office and remote work environment, with the occasional need to attend events and meetings in other locations. In-office days are typically Mondays and Wednesdays, but additional in-office days may be required on occasion based on project and organizational needs.

Compensation:

Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications, and the anticipated hiring salary range is $65,000 to $78,000. Benefits include health insurance, retirement and other fringe benefits, paid parental and caregiver leave, an infant-at-work program, and resources for professional development. KHI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

About KHI:

KHI is a nonprofit, nonpartisan educational organization based in Topeka, Kansas, established in 1995 with a multi-year grant from the Kansas Health Foundation. We are committed to improving the health of all Kansans by providing nonpartisan information, convening crucial conversations and facilitating learning that leads to meaningful change.

KHI is an equal opportunity employer.