Senior Advisor Evaluation
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Job Summary
Part-time 0.6 FTEFixed Term Position For 12 Months
SalaryHEW8 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements
Based at theMelbourne CBDcampusbut may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University
AboutThe Position
TheSenior Advisor Evaluationwill lead high-impact evaluation applied research and systems-learning initiatives acrossRMIT Universitys Workforce Innovation and Development Institute (WIDI)and PSI helping shape how evidence is generated understood and applied to strengthen programs inform public policy and improve outcomes across the health social services and education sectors. The role will design and deliver evaluation approaches apply qualitative and quantitative analysis and translate complex evidence into clear practical insights and recommendations.
Working closely with diverse internal and external stakeholders the Senior Advisor will build evaluation capability andidentifypartnered and revenue-generating opportunities to expand WIDI and PSIs impact. The role will also help connect the social services sector with RMITs education and research capabilities contributing to stronger community outcomes strategicprioritiesand evidence-informed public policy.
To be successful in this positionyoullhave:
Demonstrated understanding of the policy landscape for the social service and education sectors and ability to developevaluations and insightsbased on data research and evidence.
Previousexperience developing partnered proposals and business development opportunities with an emphasis on monitoringevaluationand/or learning.
Previousexperience in managing research and evaluation projects includingdemonstratedunderstanding of the development and application of Program Logic and Theory of Change frameworks.
Highly developed written and verbal communication skills including experience producinghigh qualityreports for a variety of audiences in a variety of formats
Excellent relationship building and stakeholder management skills includingdemonstratedability to manage relationships with diverse stakeholders.
Significant experienceproviding expert advice and recommendations to ensure that projectobjectivesare met and that project outputs are produced to a high standard.
Excellentorganisationalskills attention to detail record keeping and multi-tasking skills including ethics applications whereappropriateand relevant.
Highly developed skills in the use of information and communication technologies.
Experience in qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis using relevant software packages (NVIVO SPSS STATA TableauQualtricsand Miro).
Qualifications:
Graduate or researchqualifications insocial sciences psychology orarelated field.
Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.
About thePortfolio
The Policy Strategyand Impact(PSI)Portfoliopursues impact and growth for prioritiesidentifiedin KnowledgeWithAction: RMITs Strategy to 2031.
PSI works to advance the implementation of key activities partnerships and investments throughstrategy development Indigenous engagementinnovativepartnerships precincts and location strategies publicpolicyandcapability development.PSIis responsible forsupporting Strategy Execution and the prioritisation of RMITs investments towards achieving Knowledge with Action.
PSI includesdiverse teamssuch asthe Workforce Innovation and Development Institute (WIDI) Innovation Catalyst Office of the Vice-Chancellor theNgararaWillimCentre theAustralianAPEC Study Centre RMIT Activator Strategyteamand the Health TransformationLab.
The portfolio works as a network ofcollaborative and inclusive teams working to develop and extend an impact ecosystem to achieve outcomes across the whole of RMIT and beyond. PSI teamsmaintaindistinctiveexpertisein evidence-drivenscalable partnerships and innovationpublicpolicyand community engagement.
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In line with RMIT Universitys commitment to a safe respectful and inclusive environment from 1 January 2026 the University will also consider gender-based violence (GBV) risk factors as part of our recruitment processes. All applicants will be required to complete a genderbased violence declaration in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence. Preferred candidates will also be required to undertake relevant preemployment background checks including Working With Children Checks. Information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for its relevance to the role and RMITs safety obligations.
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