About usThe Department of Government Services (DGS) wasestablishedon 1 January 2023 to improve everyone''s experience of doing business and interacting with the Victorian government.We bring important day-to-day services together in one department to make things easy and seamless for Victorians and businesses.We are doing this by connecting and digitising our systems and platforms across state and local government as well as streamlining our corporate and procurement services.About the roleThis is a Fixed term, full-time position for 36 monthsThis is a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the Department of Government Services'' (DGS) agenda to improve the cost of living for all Victorians. DGS is committed to embedding evaluation and performance across its work, and to maximising data opportunities for continuous improvement.The Evaluation and Performance Officer role supports the delivery of high-quality evaluation, performance monitoring and evidence activities to inform decision-making, improve program effectiveness and strengthen outcomes for Victorians. Working as part of a small evaluation and performance team, the role contributes to the design, coordination and delivery of evaluation projects across policy, program and service delivery areas.Key tasks include delivering mixed methods evaluation through qualitative and quantitative analysis, supporting development of evaluation frameworks and performance measures, and contributing to the preparation of clear, evidence-based reports, briefs and presentations for internal stakeholders. The officer will work closely with policy, program and operational teams to support consistent approaches to monitoring, evaluation and learning, and to promote the practical use of evidence in planning and improvement.The Evaluation and Performance Officer plays an important role in embedding evaluation capability, supporting continuous improvement, and ensuring evidence is accessible, credible and fit-for-purpose. The role requires strong written and analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex information clearly to a non-technical audience, within a fast-paced government environment.About youTo be considered for the role, you must be able to demonstrate:Experience supporting or delivering monitoring and evaluation programs, policies or initiatives, including evaluation planning; collection and synthesis of quantitative and qualitative data; and identification of key insights and data limitations to inform evidence-based decision-making.Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders to support data collection and evidence use.Capacity to manage multiple evaluation programs or projects, balance competing priorities, meet deadlines, and deliver high-quality outputs with strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.Ability to prepare clear, accurate and timely reports, briefs and summaries that translate complex evidence into practical, fit-for-purpose advice for non-technical audiences.Well-developed critical and creative thinking skills, with the ability to draw on diverse information sources and contribute to continuous improvement in monitoring, evaluation and performance practices.For specificresponsibilitiesplease review the attached position description.Qualifications A tertiary qualification in evaluation, social or behavioural sciences, economics, public policy/administration or related field is desirable.This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.How to applyApply before the advertised closing date 11:59pm on Wednesday, 18 February 2026. All applications should include:a resume; anda cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria (within three pages)Other relevant informationTo be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing role is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.Preferred applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form, a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.DGS actively promotes diversity, inclusion and an equal opportunity workplace. We welcome applicants from all diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. All roles at DGS can be worked flexibly, however it may differ from role to role.
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Evaluation and Performance Officer