The University of New Brunswick Fredericton welcomes applications for the position of Program Evaluator with New Brunswick Institute for Research, Data and Training (NB-IRDT). This is a 1-year term, full-time (36.25 hours per week) position with a salary range of $51,821 - $67,368 per annum.
The Monitoring, Evaluation and Knowledge Transfer Unit (MEKTU) within NB-IRDT coordinates the active program evaluation of funded projects under the Healthy Seniors Pilot Project. The Program Evaluator works closely with the project proponents and their partners and is responsible for the evaluation of initiatives, as well as monitoring and reporting on their deployment and outcomes.
Position summary:
- Analyze statistics and evaluate findings. Prepare evaluation and monitoring reports for the Aging Secretariat.
- Conduct extensive interviews to obtain information on the status of applied research projects.
- Advise and guide project proponents on challenges or issues arising.
- Provide feedback on progress against intended objectives.
- Develop project evaluation plans in collaboration with personnel from New Brunswick government departments.
- Provide in-depth assessments of community project evaluation plans.
- Advise project proponents of requirements to ensure their evaluation plans meet established standards.
- Develop unit evaluation plan in discussion with the Associate Director.
- Develop evaluation frameworks, reports, and data collection tools.
- Interpret and present monitoring and evaluation results to government officials and external stakeholders.
- Provide advice to the Associate Director on evaluation activities.
- Supervise research assistants and junior program evaluators.
- Prepare and deliver training workshops to project proponents on the evaluation framework and reporting guidelines.
- Represent the unit on external committees.
- Other duties as required.
Requirements/Skills:
- Master's degree in Social Sciences, Public/Business Administration. A comparable combination of education and experience may be considered.
- A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience for candidates.
- Demonstrated experience in program evaluation and in preparing and analyzing progress reports required.
- Experience in project management would be an asset.
- Analytical, planning, and organizational skills. Ability to prioritize work, apply standards and meet deadlines.
- Strong computer skills and experience using Microsoft Office and other software packages.
- Ability to work independently and on a team. Ability to deal with a wide variety of people in a professional manner.
- Experience in preparing and delivering presentations to groups. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- French language skills are an asset.
Closing date for applications is January 28, 2022 4:30PM.
This position is covered by the terms and conditions contained in the Collective Agreement negotiated between UNB and PSAC/PTSU Local 60551.
The University of New Brunswick and PSAC/PTSU Local 60551 are committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.
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