Principal Advisor Research & Evaluation

About the role

The Enabling Communities programme is testing decentralised decision‑making for Māori and communities. This fixed‑term role (until 30 June 2026) will lead the development and delivery of the final evaluation report that will showcase the programme’s challenges, successes and lessons for future decentralisation.

Responsibilities

• Develop an evaluation framework suitable for a partner‑led programme of work.
• Design, test and structure the final evaluation report.
• Identify measures of success and sources of evidence.
• Gather, synthesise and present a range of evidence from multiple internal and partner sources.
• Draft, test and refine the final evaluation document.
• Engage with internal teams, partners and evaluation specialists to ensure relevance and rigour.
• Provide evidence‑based recommendations to inform system change and future decentralisation.

Qualifications

Benefits

Annual remuneration starts between $147,010 and $162,887, depending on experience. We offer a vibrant, supportive team, flexible work options, professional development, and a genuine commitment to wellbeing and inclusion.

How to Apply

Apply online with your CV and cover letter. All applications must be submitted by midnight on 26 October 2025. If you have any questions, contact the hiring team through the online form.

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