EVALUATION MANAGER
HIGHER EXECUTIVE OFFICER GRADE
JOB PURPOSE
The Evaluation Manager will lead on, develop and implement a
systematic approach to evaluating a range of Sport and physical
activity participation initiatives. This role will report to the
Director of Research and Innovation.
These initiatives will aim to promote a culture of sport in
communities for all members of society including hard to reach groups
i.e. unemployed, those with a long-term illness or disability etc. The
initiatives will aim to promote sport and physical activity
participation and will assist with capacity building for volunteers
and clubs in communities.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Evaluation Manager will have the following principal duties and
responsibilities:
* Lead on the strategic development of a comprehensive evaluation
system, in line with Sport Ireland Strategic priorities
* Provide support in the development and implementation of a
research strategy for sport engaging with all key organisations
operating within the sector.
* Manage the development of an evaluation data repository.
* Ensure that findings from evaluation are used to develop better
solutions to the challenges of the Sports Policy and thereby optimise
resource allocation.
* Work with the Participation and NGB units to ensure that findings
of evaluation and research are translated into learning action through
the production and dissemination of guidelines, resources, workshops
and training courses.
* Develop and monitor a set of performance measures for the National
Sports Policy using a combination of national survey data from the
Irish Sports Monitor and operational monitoring and evaluation data
from funded bodies.
* Develop an effective complex evaluation framework using a
combination of quantitative and qualitative methods.
* Plan and manage multiple simultaneous evaluation projects
including systemic monitoring, as well as in depth project and local
level evaluations across, formative, process, impact and outcome
stages.
* Develop Key Performance Indicator (KPI) reports and produce them
on a quarterly basis.
* Lead and manage the process of building the evaluation capacity
and capabilities in the Sports sector.
* Develop strategic and productive relationships between
practitioners, policy makers and researchers.
* Develop and manage data collection systems and administrate large
quantitative and qualitative data sets in accordance with GDPR
requirements, including performance evaluations, national monitoring
data, project evaluation data and local evaluation data;
* Disseminate and present the outputs and findings of evaluations to
relevant stakeholders;
* Manage the interpretation and visualisation of complex evaluation
findings and oversee the production of concise guidelines and
recommendations to optimise learning for the sector;
* Develop and maintain positive relationships with various academic
institutions as well as governmental and non- governmental
stakeholders and agencies at both a national and international level;
* Promote staff awareness and capability in evaluation, including
coordination of appropriate internal training as and when required.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
* Develop annual budgets and corporate plans in line with Sport
Ireland objectives.
* Collaborate with relevant unit Manager in the routine planned
delegation of specific responsibilities and tasks.
* Undertake other responsibilities as agreed from time to time with
the Research Directors.
* Manage a well-motivated and focused evaluation team to service the
priorities of the Sport Ireland.
This is not an exhaustive list and the role will include any duties
required by Sport Ireland fromtime to time, which are appropriate for
the position and the needs of the organisation.
QUALIFICATIONS
The post-holder will be academically strong with a relevant Third
Level qualification. A post- graduate qualification in a relevant
field would be a significant advantage.
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Minimum 2 years? experience in a related field in addition, will
demonstrate some or all of the following;
* Experience of developing and implementing evaluation and monitoring
systems for complex national policies and investment strategies as
well as local level projects and initiatives.
* Experience and knowledge of translational research in the sports
sector
* Direct work experience in project management, must be able to
multi-task leading multiple projects simultaneously.
* Planning, budgeting and financial tracking ability is essential.
* Proven leadership skills, effective people, and relationship
management ability.
* Excellent interpersonal skills both written and verbal
demonstrating an ability to communicate effectively and build strong
relationships both inside and outside the organisation.
* Highly knowledgeable and experienced in the area of research and
evaluation of sports development policies and initiatives.
* Good knowledge and understanding of public Sports Policy in
Ireland and knowledge of the Irish Sports landscape.
* Strong PC skills and knowledge of MS Office suite especially word,
PowerPoint and excel. Experience and knowledge of using qualitative
and quantitative data analysis software.
* A capable and comfortable aptitude of managing a busy workload,
prioritise tasks effectively and meeting tight deadlines
* Experience of developing education resources and delivering
training programmes.
* Must be organised and flexible
* An ability to work on own initiative, and of multi-tasking and
delivering across a range of tasks and duties
THE DESIRED CANDIDATE WILL BE:
* Enthusiastic and highly motivated, relishing the challenge of
working as part of a team in a dynamic work environment.
* Able to demonstrate that they meet the skills/competencies
outlined in the job specification and an ability to discharge all the
functions of the position.
* Skilled in communicating effectively at all levels within an
organisation as well as engaging constructively with external
stakeholders, with a proven ability to build and maintain a network of
contacts and develop key business relationships.
* Capable of delivering results within strict deadlines while
maintaining a focus on quality of work.
* Capable of bringing innovation and experience/expertise from
previous projects to bearon existing issues, making proposals for
improvements and efficiencies where appropriate.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
CONTRACT: Full-time, permanent
SALARY SCALE: HEO Standard Scale. The appointment will be made on this
scale at a point in line with current Government Pay Policy. New
entrants to the public sector commence on the first point of scale.
LOCATION: Sport Ireland, National Sports Campus, Snugborough Road,
Blanchardstown, Dublin **Apply on the website**
Application is by CV and Covering Letter to **Apply on the website**
by 5pm on Tuesday **Apply on the website**st February **Apply on the
website**
_SPORT IRELAND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER._
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Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
