Junior Evaluator

Government of Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

CSIS in Ottawa is seeking a Junior Evaluator to support evaluation projects led by the Internal Audit and Evaluation Branch, in line with Treasury Board policy. You will gather data, analyze quantitative and qualitative information, contribute to reports and briefings, and help communicate findings with dashboards and visuals.

The role involves contributing to knowledge in evaluation, staying current with field developments, and collaborating with team members to deliver evidence-based insights

Qualifications

• One year of experience applying research theories to the evaluation of programs, projects, policies or initiatives.
• Recent experience collecting and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data.
• Recent experience contributing to or writing reports or relevant documents.
• Recent experience using Excel or statistical analytical tools.
• Recent experience working collaboratively as a member of a team.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and planning of projects.
• Gather reliable information using data collection techniques.
• Compile data and support analysis from various sources to identify risks, trends, and or gaps.
• Compile, verify, and structure data to support the analysis and synthesis of qualitative and quantitative data.
• Contribute to literature/document reviews.
• Support the drafting of reports, presentations, and briefing materials.
• Participate in the communication of results, recommendations, and findings through products such as reports, presentations, briefing notes, dashboards, and data visualizations.
• Develop and maintain evaluation knowledge and expertise and keep apprised of developments in the field.

Skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Results oriented

Judgement

Communication

Education

Undergraduate degree with specialization in evaluation

Tools

Excel

Statistical tools

Job description

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Closing Date

Closing Date 2026-09-03

Reference Number

Reference Number 26-968-06-100

Job Category

Job Category Experience

Who Can Apply

Location

Salary Range

$77,427 - $94,177

Status

Language Requirement

Job Summary

The Junior Evaluator is responsible for supporting evaluation projects, undertaken by the Internal Audit and Evaluation Branch, and in accordance with the Treasury Board Secretariat Policy on Results and related directives.

The Junior Evaluator will:

• Contribute to the development and planning of projects;
• Gather reliable information using data collection techniques;
• Compile data and support analysis from various sources to identify risks, trends, and or gaps;
• Compile, verify, and structure data to support the analysis and synthesis of qualitative and quantitative data;
• Contribute to literature/document reviews;
• Support the drafting of reports, presentations, and briefing materials.
• Participate in the communication of results, recommendations, and findings through products such as reports, presentations, briefing notes, dashboards, and data visualizations.
• Develop and maintain evaluation knowledge and expertise and keep apprised of developments in the field.

Education

Undergraduate degree with specialization in evaluation, economics, social sciences (sociology, political science, etc.), statistics or other relevant field.

An acceptable combination of relevant education, training, and experience may be considered.

The educational program must be from an accredited learning institution recognized in Canada. If you completed a program outside of Canada you will be required to obtain proof of a Canadian equivalency at your expense from an accredited learning institution recognized in Canada.

NOTE: Any higher level of education (i.e., Masters, Doctorate) in a related field of study could be recognized as experience.

Experience

• One (1) year of experience applying research theories and approaches in the evaluation of programs, projects, policies or initiatives.
• Recent* experience collecting and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data.
• Recent* experience in contributing to or writing reports or relevant documents.
• Recent* experience using Excel or statistical analytical tools.
• Recent* experience working collaboratively as a member of a team.
• Recent* experience in contributing to or writing reports or relevant documents.

*Recent is defined as within the last three (3) years.

• Analytical skills
• Teamwork
• Results oriented
• Judgement
• Communication

Assets

An asset qualification is a qualification which can enhance the ability to perform the work based on current and future business requirements, but which is not strictly required. Positions will be staffed based on the selection decision principle and operational priorities.

• Credentialed Evaluator (CE) designation

Conditions of Employment

• Periodic overtime.
• Willingness to travel as required.

While we continue to explore opportunities for flexible work arrangements, most roles in our organization require an in-office presence. However, alternative options may be available for certain positions, depending on their specific requirements.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

If you need accommodations during the recruitment process, please mention it to the HR representative.

Candidates must be eligible to receive an Enhanced Top Secret security clearance. The process involves a security interview, a polygraph, and a background investigation that includes credit and financial verifications. The use of illegal drugs is a criminal offense. Drug use is an important factor considered in your reliability and suitability assessment during the selection process. Therefore it is important not to use any illegal drugs from the time you submit your application.

Important

We encourage interested candidates to apply promptly, as we will be reviewing and screening applications on a rolling basis until all available positions are filled. Federak Workforce Adjusted employees are encouraged to apply for available positions and clearly indicate in their WFA status on their cover letter.

Applicants must clearly demonstrate in their application how they meet each Education and Experience criteria. Failure to do so will result in the applicant being screened out of the career opportunity.

CSIS is a separate employer and is not subject to the Public Service Employment Act (PSEA). CSIS has its own classification, compensation system, and a different staffing regime. As such, we use a different staffing process and terminology.

CSIS is committed to building a workforce that is truly representative of the Canadians it serves by cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace environment. This will be achieved by increasing employment equity group representation (including persons with disabilities, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, and women) at all levels within the organization through hiring and talent management practices. Gaps have been identified among Indigenous peoples and visible minorities for this position. We will also ensure that appropriate accommodations are made (e.g., specialized equipment, changes to physical workspace) to provide employment opportunities for all qualified candidates. In support of achieving a greater, diverse and skilled workforce, we strongly encourage those individuals who belong to one or more of the employment equity groups to self-identify when applying.

Should you require accommodation in relation to a disability, please tell us at the beginning of the selection process. This information will be kept confidential.

CSIS Offices in Canada are located on various ancestral and traditional lands. In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge all Indigenous People across Canada and their connection to these lands.

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