• Permanent Full Time (1 FTE)
• La Trobe Street Office
• SCHADS Level 8, $122,745 (plus super and salary packaging)

Role Purpose

As a Principal Evaluator you will be responsible for the execution of Good Shepherd Institute’s (GSI) evaluation related work. You will be able to identify, prioritise, coordinate and implement evaluation projects, grant and contract opportunities and applications, and relevant communications (written and oral).

Key Responsibilities

• Identifying opportunities and prioritising, coordinating and allocating evaluation projects across the PASI team in collaboration with internal and, where relevant, external stakeholders, in line with the Good Shepherd Strategy.
• Identify and incorporate emerging national and international evaluation, research, and policy developments relevant to Good Shepherd’s impact areas.
• Collaborate in preparing and submitting internal and external evaluation funding/contract applications for GSI.
• Work closely with all areas of Good Shepherd and GSI to identify emerging trends that can inform policy, research, and evaluation priorities.
• Engage with external stakeholders to extend GSI's impact and expertise.

About you

• Relevant post-graduate (PhD) tertiary qualifications in social sciences, social work, or other related disciplines and experience working within a not-for-profit organisation.
• High level writing skills that can be applied to a range of documentation and audiences, as well as facilitation and presentation skills.
• Excellent organisational skills with flexibility to reprioritise and manage competing demands; adjust timelines to meet deadlines and be resilient in the face of change.
• Extensive experience in knowledge translation and producing high quality evaluation and research that can contribute to the effectiveness of services.

About Us

Our 2023-2027 strategy outlines the world we want to see and our role in advancing it. We aspire for all women, girls, and families to be safe, well, strong, and connected. We strive for equity, dignity and social justice for women, girls and families by collaborating globally and acting locally, supporting our communities in Australia and New Zealand to thrive.

We want women, girls and families to live full and dignified lives, have dignified income and enjoy financial wellbeing. We aim to provide place-based, people-centred, holistic services while working at the system level to achieve bold and audacious reform. We currently offer micro-finance programs and products, financial counselling and coaching, family and domestic violence support services, family and youth programs, playgroups, education programs and community houses. These services are complemented by research and strong advocacy to address the underlying structural causes of injustice, exclusion, and inequality. 

Good Shepherd employees are committed to inclusive practice that responds to the specific needs, context, and circumstances of service participants. We embrace the diversity and intersectionality of individuals and recognise a person’s right to a unique identity comprising culture, language, ability, community, gender, sex, sexual orientation and lived experience.

Benefits

• Salary packaging (which can add up to $15,900 in tax-free pay per year)
• Paid study leave
• Paid parental leave
• Gifted leave at Christmas and Easter
• Flexible work hours/working from home where possible
• Employee Assistance Program, a free and confidential counselling service + more

How to apply

To apply, click 'Apply Now' and please submit a short covering letter outlining your relevant skills and experience along with your CV. Please apply as soon as possible, applications are considered as they are received.

To request a copy of the position description, please email [email protected] using the subject line: Principal Evaluator enquiry via EthicalJobs.

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We recognise the rich diversity of people across Australia. We are committed to ensuring that our team is reflective of the diverse community we serve and to supporting a culture of equity, inclusion and diversity.

Good Shepherd Australia New Zealand is a Child Safe employer. Employment is subject to satisfactory referee checks, a current employment working with Children Check, National Criminal History check and proof of the right to work in Australia.