Senior Evaluator
At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.
* 5 x Temporary Full-Time up to 31 December 2028
* Located in Parramatta with flexible working arrangements available
* Competitive salary of $129,464 - $142,665 pa plus superannuation and leave loading
* Clerk 9/10
About the role
The Senior Evaluator plays a pivotal role in all aspects of the program evaluation process to support high quality evaluation of departmental programs and initiatives that help to shape effective program delivery and policies in education.
This position is funded by the Commonwealth’s National Skills Agreement to strengthen NSW’s Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector. The role will contribute to the evaluation and evidence base of VET initiatives in NSW.
For further information please click here to view the role description
About you -
* Experience with leading end-to-end implementation of process and outcome evaluations.
* Experience in designing and facilitating data collection activities such as in-depths interviews, focus groups, and observations, with diverse and complex stakeholder groups and a high proficiency in qualitative coding and analysis and familiarity with analysis software for managing and analysing complex datasets AND/OR
* Experience with quasi-experimental techniques, e.g., difference-in-difference, propensity score matching, familiarity in software coding and reviewing (R, Stata or similar) and advanced understanding of an experience with statistical hypothesis testing, effect sizes and causal inference in the context of evaluation and research
* Knowledge of and experience in applied research, particularly as it relates to quantitative and/or qualitative analysis.
* Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department’s Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department’s Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.
Essential requirements of the role
* A degree in an applied social science or quantitative science discipline, e.g., economics, statistics, psychology, sociology, education and/or relevant professional experience, with an emphasis on research or evaluation, or equivalent experience.
* Hold a valid clearance to work with children (Working with Children Check for paid employment).
* Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education.
Benefits
* Flexible working arrangements
* 35 hour working week
* Competitive, salary sacrificing, employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
* Flex Leave entitlements, generous holidays & leave conditions
* Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growth
How to apply
Attach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role.
Applicants are encouraged to prepare their application materials independently. The selection panel values authentic and personally written responses that reflect your own experience, insights and alignment with the Department’s values and priorities.
Please refer to the Applicant’s Guide to Applying to assist you with your application.
If you are an existing Education Support Staff (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education, click here for instructions on how to submit your application.
All other applicants please submit your application by clicking ‘Apply Now’.
Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check.
This is a child-related role. As a condition of employment you will be required to provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number (for paid employment). Visit the website for more information.
Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens or a valid work visa). Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa.
Closing date: 22 March 2026 at 11:59pm.
For role enquiries please contact Joe Xu at and for recruitment process enquiries please contact Nabeel Abd Almadi at
We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team () or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.
A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.