Senior Analyst, Evaluation

The Cabinet Office

Senior Analyst Evaluation

You. At the centre of big ideas.

• Bring your evaluation expertise and collaborative mindset to inform policy impact and decision making across government

• Undertake collection and analysis of data to provide credible evidence, evaluation, and strategic advice

• Temporary opportunity for up to 2 years with the possibility to be extended or converted to ongoing, Clerk Grade 9/10, with a salary package of $129,464 - $142,665 including 12% super, located at Martin Place, Sydney

About the Role

Join Women NSW in the Communities, Justice and National Security Branch to conduct evaluations and research that informs evidence-based policy and investment decisions. You'll design and deliver program evaluations, including economic risk assessments, and help build a robust reporting framework for Gender Equality Action Plans (GEAP) across government.

Your work will directly support budget submissions, data dashboards, and ministerial briefings, requiring clear communication of complex data to senior stakeholders. You'll collaborate with colleagues across Women NSW and other departments, contributing to survey design, data collection, and analysis using tools like Excel and Power BI.

To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.

We're Looking For

• Data collection & analysis: You're confident working with both quantitative and qualitative data to deliver credible evaluations
  
  Analytical problem-solving skills and mathematical proficiency. You bring skills to analyse complex data sets, identify patterns and trends and have a strong understanding of mathematical concepts, including statistics and probability.
• Program evaluation expertise: You bring experience in designing and conducting evaluations aligned with NSW Government guidelines
• Stakeholder engagement & communication: You build strong relationships and have the aptitude to tailor insights for diverse audiences, including executives and ministers.
• Collaborative problem-solving: You work well in teams, contribute to continuous improvement, and help others navigate complex challenges
• Economic thinking & financial acumen: You understand cost-benefit analysis and apply economic reasoning to support policy and budget decisions
• Digital tools & adaptability: You're comfortable using Excel and Power BI, and open to learning new systems to support data-driven work

We value diverse experiences. Even if you're not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible Working: Broad range of flexible working arrangements
• Career Development: Ongoing learning through expert-led sessions, online training, and professional development opportunities
• Work-Life Balance: Flex time accrual for extra hours worked (for non-executive roles) based on a 35-hour standard week
• Wellbeing Support: Access to employee assistance program, fitness passport program, and wellbeing initiatives
• Inclusive Culture: Staff-led networks including Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, Diversity & Inclusion Network, and Young Professionals Network

How to Apply

Click 'Apply Online' and submit your application including:

• A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
• A cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements of the role (maximum 2 pages)

Closing date: 13TH of October :59 AM)

Salary: Classification Grade 9/10. Package includes base salary $129,464 - $142,665 including 12% super and annual leave loading.

Hiring Manager: Kylie Flack, Associate Director, Evidence and Evaluation,

About The Cabinet Office

Leading policy, strategy and integrity from the heart of government

The Cabinet Office (TCO) enables robust Cabinet decision-making by ensuring policies and proposals submitted for consideration are of the highest quality and in line with government priorities. Learn more about the department and a career at The Cabinet Office.

Our Commitment

We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and other diverse communities.

The Cabinet Office acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past and present. We recognise and learn from the strengths of First Nations peoples of New South Wales and their continuing connection to, and unique cultural and spiritual relationship with, Country.

Additional Information

Reasonable Adjustments: The selection process will include assessment techniques to determine your suitability. You can request reasonable adjustments at any stage by indicating in pre-screening questions, contacting the Talent Team at , or reaching out to the hiring manager.

Talent Pool: A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process. If eligible, you may be contacted for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that become available over an 18-month period.