Program Evaluation Specialist
About The Position
Halton Region is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value, welcome and respect the unique perspectives and contributions of all individuals. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples (First Nation, Métis, Inuit), Black and racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Accommodations are available at any point upon request for candidates participating in the selection process. Employees of Public Health are expected to provide high quality programs and services including but not limited to sexual health, harm reduction and immunization clinic services by demonstrating respectful, inclusive, non-judgmental values. As an employer of choice, Halton Region recognizes the many benefits of hybrid work arrangements, including flexibility and improved work-life balance for our employees. This position is eligible for the Hybrid Work Program, with a minimum requirement of three (3) days per week onsite.
Requirements
- A degree in Health or Social Sciences.
- Minimum of two (2) years experience working in a community-based evaluation role, preferably within Public Health.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel, Visio, and PowerPoint), along with experience using survey tools (e.g., MS Forms, SurveyMonkey) and statistical software packages (e.g., SPSS).
- Well-developed analytical, collaboration, and communications skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and facilitation skills, with a keen attention to detail and the ability to prioritize, manage competing tasks, and work independently with minimal supervision.
Nice To Haves
- A Master’s degree in Health Evaluation or Public Health is considered an asset.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Senior Program Evaluator with annual work plan, tracking projects/consults, determining reasonable timelines and ensuring client satisfaction
- Development and implementation of evaluation plans.
- Extraction and/or collection of data, including setting up online surveys, developing data collection tools, implementing quality checks, and supervising data collection.
- Conduct quantitative and/or qualitative analysis as dictated by the interest-holder engagement or evaluation question and methodology.
- Interpret and disseminate results through written reports, info-graphics and presentations.
- Provide advice to external community partners and researchers regarding Health Department evaluation and interest-holder engagement projects.
- Participate on provincial workgroups and committees to collaborate on public health initiatives that impact all health units.
- Assist in ensuring that Halton Region Public Health is meeting the Ontario Public Health Standards, particularly the foundational standard Program Planning, Evaluation and Evidence-informed Decision Making.
- Apply ethical aspects of interest-holder engagement and evaluation and provide input into relevant policy, procedures and resources.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Hybrid Work Program
- Accommodations are available at any point upon request for candidates participating in the selection process.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
