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EL1 Program Evaluation Specialist

Canberra, Australian Capital TerritoryFull-time2026-10-29 → 2026-11-13
Citizens onlySecurity clearance required

Core

Lead evaluation activities and develop program logic models to translate policy objectives into measurable outcomes for Australian Government research sector programs.

Role type

Senior IC program evaluation specialist

Builds

Evidence-based program and evaluation frameworks

Domain

Public policy and government research administration

Deliverable

dashboards & analysis

Required skills

Program logic modeling, theory-based evaluation, stakeholder workshop facilitation, policy objective translation, evaluation framework design, APS governance knowledge

Preferred skills

Performance reporting, risk assessment, high-level written communication, autonomous project management

Technologies

Logic diagrams, data matrices, monitoring and evaluation plans

Responsibilities

Develop and implement program logic models and data matrices; Translate complex policy objectives into inputs, outputs, and outcomes; Provide advice on program design, performance measures, and evaluation requirements; Lead stakeholder workshops to build agreement on program outcomes; Develop monitoring and evaluation plans with indicators and methodologies; Prepare high-quality briefs, presentations, and reports

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC