Performance Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist

Mental-Health-Commission; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 72,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Comprehensive benefits from day one

LinkedIn Learning access

Wellness allowance

Job summary

The Mental Health Commission of Canada, located in Ottawa, is seeking a Performance Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist. This full-time role supports the design and implementation of monitoring tools, surveys, and evidence-based reporting for senior leadership and key stakeholders.

The position requires post-secondary education in a related field, 3–5 years in M&E methodologies, and strong data analysis capabilities.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three to five years of experience in design and monitoring and evaluation methodologies including data collection, analysis and reporting.
• At least two years of field-based data collection and analysis experience.
• Ability to advise project teams on monitoring and evaluation design and methodologies, coordinate evaluations, and develop terms of reference.
• Ability to write, edit and present clear, evidence-based reports in English, with experience using AI tools.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel, survey tools such as Alchemer, and Salesforce.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and implementation of monitoring and evaluation tools, systems, indicators, and processes that strengthen organizational effectiveness and accountability.
• Plan, administer, and analyze surveys related to MHCC knowledge products, events, presentations, and activities to assess uptake, outcomes, and impact.
• Support data collection, analysis, and evidence-based reporting for senior management, the Board of Directors, Health Canada, and other key stakeholders.
• Support baseline studies and mid-term and final evaluations, while maintaining data quality in Salesforce and other data collection activities.
• Monitor funder requirements and lead the development of Health Canada reports using current logic models, indicators, and evaluation practices.
• Collaborate with program teams to develop project-specific evaluation frameworks, build monitoring and evaluation capacity, and share lessons learned across the organization.

Skills

Data analysis

English report writing

Salesforce

Alchemer

Microsoft Excel

Project coordination

Education

Post-secondary education in a related field

Tools

Salesforce

Alchemer

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Performance Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist

Full-Time Ottawa, ON, CA 1 Attachments

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1118

Salary Range: $71,612.00 To $80,037.00 Annually

Performance Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist

Land Acknowledgement

The Mental Health Commission of Canada is located on the unceded, traditional territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe Nation. We acknowledge that for thousands of years, the Algonquin People have protected these lands, the Ottawa River watershed, and its tributaries.

Join us in transforming mental health in Canada

The Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) is a pan‑Canadian organization dedicated to improving the mental health and well‑being of everyone in Canada. For nearly two decades, we have worked with governments, health leaders, researchers, communities, and people with lived and living experience to advance mental health policy, reduce stigma, improve access to care, and strengthen mental health systems across the country. Our accomplishments include Canada’s first national mental health strategy, the National Standard of Canada for Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace, Mental Health First Aid Canada, Opening Minds, and other nationally recognized initiatives that continue to shape mental health in Canada. At the Commission, you will have the opportunity to do meaningful work, collaborate with passionate people, and contribute to initiatives that create lasting impact for individuals, families, workplaces, and communities. If you are purpose‑driven and want to help advance mental health and well‑being across Canada, we would love to hear from you.

Position Status: Full-time, Fixed 1-Year Contract

New or Existing Position: Existing position

Reports To: Director, Organizational Performance

Salary Range: $71,612–$80,037

Location: Ottawa, ON, with an expectation to work in the office eight days per month in accordance with our Flexible Work Policy

Application Deadline: October 12, 2026 (interviews may occur before the application deadline)

• Support the design and implementation of monitoring and evaluation tools, systems, indicators, and processes that strengthen organizational effectiveness and accountability.
• Plan, administer, and analyze surveys related to MHCC knowledge products, events, presentations, and activities to assess uptake, outcomes, and impact.
• Support data collection, analysis, and evidence‑based reporting for senior management, the Board of Directors, Health Canada, and other key interest holders.
• Support baseline studies and mid‑term and final evaluations, while maintaining data quality in Salesforce and other data collection activities.
• Monitor funder requirements and lead the development of Health Canada reports using current logic models, indicators, and evaluation practices.
• Collaborate with program teams to develop project‑specific evaluation frameworks, build monitoring and evaluation capacity, and share lessons learned across the organization.

For full details, please review the job description attached as a PDF to the posting in our Career Centre.

Required Education and Experience:

• Post‑secondary education in a related field or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• Three to five years of experience in design and monitoring and evaluation methodologies, including data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• At least two years of field‑based data collection and analysis experience.
• Demonstrated ability to advise project teams on monitoring and evaluation design and methodologies and to coordinate evaluations, including developing terms of reference.
• Ability to write, edit, and present clear, concise, evidence‑based reports in English for senior leaders and external stakeholders, with experience using artificial intelligence tools.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, survey tools such as Alchemer, and Salesforce.

You will thrive in this role if you:

• Bring strong analytical, organizational, and detail‑oriented skills to rigorous, evidence‑based work.
• Can work independently and collaboratively while managing competing priorities and deadlines in a changing environment.
• Communicate clearly in English; the ability to write and edit reports and other materials in French is a strong asset.
• Have knowledge of mental health, Health Canada reporting processes, performance measurement, or evaluation practices.

What the Commission Offers You:

• Competitive and transparent pay
• Full access from day one to our comprehensive benefits plan: prescription drugs, paramedical practitioners, dental care, life insurance, and gender‑affirming procedure coverage for you, your partner, and your family
• Flexible work options, including on‑site and hybrid arrangements
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, wellness and sick days, and a holiday closure in December
• Employee and Family Assistance Programs through Homewood Health and Dialogue telemedicine
• Free, unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning anytime, anywhere
• A prorated annual wellness allowance of $500

At the Mental Health Commission of Canada, we are guided by our core values. If you’re thinking of joining our team, please read through them to make sure we can meet each other’s expectations.

• Collaboration: Achieving more together than we could alone.
• Innovation: Turning possibility into progress.
• Integrity: Building trust through our actions.
• Care: Putting people at the heart of how we work.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging, Accessibility, and Reconciliation

The Commission is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We strongly encourage applications from individuals who identify as First Nations, Inuit, and Métis, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, and those with lived experience of mental health challenges.

We are also committed to providing accommodations throughout the hiring process. If you require support, please contact People and Culture at [e-mail] .

While we appreciate all applications, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

The Commission may use AI for note‑taking purposes during the interview process.

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