Principal Research and Evaluation Officer

3 weeks ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Queensland Government Full time

The department of Youth Justice and Victim Support is committed to keeping Queensland communities safe. Everyone deserves a life free from violence and fear. We are actively tackling the complex causes of youth crime, addressing serious repeat offenders, and ensuring our systems and services meet and anticipate the needs of victims.

We are looking for a Principal Research and Evaluation Officer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for further developing the evidence base to inform policy and program design that addresses offending behaviour and delivers better services to children, young people, and families in Queensland. You will contribute to better outcomes for Queenslanders.

About The Role

You will develop and provide strategic research and evaluation advice on all aspects of policy development within the YJR&E team, including preparing supporting evaluation reports and submissions.

You will provide high-level research and evaluation contract management and communicate team deliverables effectively using visual tools such as infographics and diagrams to achieve the Department's strategic objectives related to evidence-based interventions and programs for young people.

Our ideal candidate will demonstrate the following:

  • Lead evaluation and monitoring projects using appropriate project management techniques, evaluation methodologies, and data analysis tools.
  • Undertake statistical analyses to inform evaluations supporting the development of evidence-based policies, programs, and services.
  • Assist in developing research and evaluation questions, evaluation frameworks, and program logic models promptly.
  • Conduct critical literature reviews and provide summaries suitable for diverse audiences.
  • Prepare evaluation reports and briefings for senior management and governance groups on findings, recommendations, and emerging issues impacting Youth Justice.
  • Draft a variety of written materials, including briefing notes, memorandums, project plans, correspondence, discussion papers, and reports to a high standard.
  • Manage contracts with outsourced research and evaluation providers.
  • Engage with individuals from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, demonstrating cultural awareness and ensuring culturally appropriate evaluation and research practices.
  • Show cultural capability and/or a commitment to developing it, supporting an inclusive culture aligned with the Human Rights Act 2019 and departmental community partnerships.

Applications will remain current for 12 months.

Occupational group: Research

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