Experienced Outreach Evaluation Officer – Leading STEM Education and Research Institution – Immediate Hiring Opportunity

About Our Institution and the Role

We are a world-leading institution dedicated to advancing science and education for the betterment of humanity. Our Outreach Team plays a crucial role in supporting young people from disadvantaged and underrepresented backgrounds to access excellent STEM education and reach their full potential. We are now seeking an experienced and passionate Outreach Evaluation Officer to join our dedicated Data and Evaluation Team within Outreach. As an Outreach Evaluation Officer, you will be responsible for helping us understand and communicate the impact of our wide portfolio of targeted STEM outreach activities.

Job Overview

In this role, you will work closely with programme coordinators, managers, and administrators within the Outreach team to understand the aims, key evaluation questions, and reporting needs for multiple distinct programmes. Your primary objective will be to evidence programme impact, support continuous improvement, and share findings with internal and external audiences. You will achieve this by using quantitative and qualitative methods to support programme evaluation and working with the wider Outreach team to integrate evaluation into the planning, delivery, and review cycles for each programme.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with programme coordinators, managers, and administrators to understand programme aims, evaluation questions, and reporting needs
• Develop and implement evaluation plans using a broad range of quantitative and qualitative methods
• Synthesize multiple sources of information to support a sophisticated understanding of programme impact
• Develop clear evaluation and reporting priorities to direct analysis and communicate findings to key stakeholders
• Build relationships with Outreach programme coordinators and managers to anchor evaluation in a real-world understanding of programmes and participants
• Take a proactive approach to identifying needs and driving evaluation projects forward, with the skills to see them through to completion

What We Are Looking For

To be successful in this role, you will need to possess a strong knowledge of evaluation methods and the experience to understand how they apply in different contexts. You should be a people-person with excellent relationship-building skills, able to work effectively with programme coordinators and managers to understand programme aims and evaluation questions. Additionally, you should have a knack for pulling together complex threads of information and distilling the key findings and implications.

Essential Qualifications

• A degree in a relevant field, such as education, social sciences, or a related discipline
• Proven experience in evaluation, research, or a related field, with a focus on STEM education and outreach
• Strong knowledge of quantitative and qualitative evaluation methods and their application in different contexts
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive approach to identifying needs and driving projects forward

Preferred Qualifications

• Postgraduate degree in a relevant field, such as education, social sciences, or a related discipline
• Experience working in a higher education or research institution, with a focus on STEM education and outreach
• Knowledge of programme evaluation and research methods, with experience in designing and implementing evaluation plans
• Experience working with diverse stakeholders, including programme coordinators, managers, and administrators
• Ability to communicate complex information effectively to non-technical audiences, with excellent written and verbal communication skills

Skills and Competencies

To be successful in this role, you will need to possess a range of skills and competencies, including:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information and identify key findings and implications
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive approach to identifying needs and driving projects forward
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to communicate complex information effectively to non-technical audiences, with excellent written and verbal communication skills

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

As an Outreach Evaluation Officer, you will have the opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to advance science and education for humanity. You will benefit from sector-leading salary and remuneration packages, including 39 days off a year and generous pension schemes. Additionally, you will have access to a range of workplace benefits, including interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel, and be part of a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources designed to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Work Environment and Company Culture

Our institution is committed to creating a positive and inclusive work environment, with a focus on supporting the wellbeing and career development of all staff. We offer a range of benefits and resources to support your personal and professional growth, including training and development opportunities, staff networks, and employee assistance programs. Our campus is located in a vibrant and diverse area, with easy access to public transportation and a range of amenities and services.

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary range of £45,700 to £55,240 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications. Additionally, you will benefit from a range of perks and benefits, including:

• Sector-leading salary and remuneration package
• 39 days off a year, including bank holidays and annual leave
• Generous pension schemes, with employer contributions
• Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel
• Access to a range of workplace benefits, including staff networks and employee assistance programs

Conclusion

If you are a motivated and experienced evaluation professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. As an Outreach Evaluation Officer, you will play a critical role in helping us understand and communicate the impact of our STEM outreach activities, and will be part of a world-leading institution dedicated to advancing science and education for humanity. Please submit your application today, including your CV, cover letter, and any supporting documents. We look forward to hearing from you!