Societal Impact Evaluation Lead
Societal Impact Evaluation Lead
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Job Description
- Employment Type: Full-Time (35-hour week)
- Duration: Continuing Role
- Remuneration: Level 9 from $148k - $157k 17% superannuation & leave loading
- Location: Kensington NSW (Hybrid Flexible Working)
About Division of Societal Impact Equity and Engagement (DSIEE)
The UNSW Division of Societal Impact Equity and Engagement (DSIEE) supports UNSWs efforts in making positive and lasting impact on society promoting equity and social justice and driving engagement activities that enhance UNSWs reputation as a key contributor to society through its research teaching and community engagement.
Why your role matters
We are currently seeking a Societal Impact Evaluation Lead to design and implement UNSWs inaugural Societal Impact Framework (SIF). This framework will be central to understanding and elevating the universitys impact across research education engagement and operations and governance. The role presents a unique opportunity for a highly skilled evaluator with expertise in both quantitative and qualitative evaluation methods who is passionate about advancing social change through evidence-based insights.
In this role you will bring together advanced analytical skills and strong qualitative research capabilities to develop a comprehensive picture of complex societal issues. You will uncover patterns and insights from diverse indicators that inform strategic decisions policies and practices. Your ability to translate these findings into clear and compelling narrativesthrough reports dashboards and presentationswill be key to engaging stakeholders and demonstrating the universitys impact.
You will collaborate closely with senior leaders across all Faculties and Divisions and play a pivotal role in delivering and overseeing a framework that captures the incredible work being done by our academic and professional staff students and partners. This position requires a deep appreciation for the diversity of ways impact can be captured and understood a talent for simplifying complexity and a track record of delivering projects through iterative and collaborative approaches. Through your work you will help highlight and grow UNSWs contribution to society.
Specific accountabilities for this role include:
- Lead the strategic design and implementation of the Societal Impact Frameworks evaluation and reporting cycle assessing methods and frameworks to recommend an effective university-wide impact approach.
- Oversee project delivery ensuring alignment with strategic goals through effective planning resource management risk mitigation and timely resolution of issues while maintaining strong data governance.
- Present impact data and insights clearly and effectively to a range of internal and external stakeholders translating findings into clear actionable insights that resonate with stakeholders across technical and non-technical audiences.
- Collaborate with diverseinternal and external stakeholders to evaluate the relevance and accuracy of existing data as well as identify opportunities for collecting collating and evaluating new impact measures.
- Develop and implement governance and assurance practices to ensure data quality privacy security and interoperability and foster continuous refinement of impact measurement processes.
About You:
- Relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education training and experience. Qualifications and experience in qualitative data analysis social sciences or statistics is desired.
- Proven advanced project management experience with an in-depth understanding of the project life cycle and strategic development of project plans objectives and documentation.
- Excellent consultation influencing and negotiation skills and proven ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes.
- Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret and synthesise large amounts of data from diverse sources and identify underlying causes and assumptions.
- Experience with a range of evaluation and data analysis methods relevant to both qualitative and quantitative data and the ability to select the right approach for the context.
- Proficiency in Python SQL or R is advantageous but not essential.
- Experience working in the higher education sector or with complex organisations is preferable.
- Advanced written and verbal communication skills with a high level of attention to detail for deliverables produced.
- Demonstrated success working effectively and collaboratively on initiatives with a range of people at different levels within an organisation.
- High level of experience working with a range of systems and applications including Microsoft BI Dashboards Qualtrics and other common data analysis tools.
- Excellent time management skills with a demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines by using judgement and initiative.
For further information on the role & responsibilities please refer to the position description.
How to Apply: Submit your CV & cover letter detailing your interest and suitability for the job (as per the skills & experience bullet points in the job description) before Wednesday 23rd July by 11:55pm. Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role valid Australian working rights are required on application.
UNSW Benefits and Culture: People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world. Our benefits include:
- Flexible Working Options (work from home flexible hours etc)
- Additional 3 days leave during December festive period.
- Career development opportunities
- Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
- Flexible 17% Superannuation contributions additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice
- Discounts and entitlements (retail education fitness passport)
Job queries contact: Chloe Gane Talent Acquisition Consultant E: (applications to the address cannot be accepted please apply online)
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds those living with disabilities members of the LGBTIQ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
Employment Type
Full-Time
