Head of Evaluation & Insight Strategy

UKRI; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 58,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research funding organization in Greater London is seeking a Head of Evaluation to develop high-quality evaluation programmes. This role focuses on synthesizing evaluation insights to shape policy decisions and enhance funding strategies in biomedical research. Candidates should have extensive experience in leading evaluations, managing teams, and engaging with stakeholders. This full-time position offers a hybrid working model, competitive salary, and a range of benefits including generous leave and pension schemes.

Benefits

Defined benefit pension scheme

30 days annual leave

Employee discounts on retail

Employee assistance programme

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading evaluation programmes within research funding or public policy sectors.
• Strong understanding of quantitative and qualitative evaluation methodologies.
• Ability to translate data into strategic insights for policy-making.
• Excellent skills in data interpretation and presentation to various audiences.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and experience in team management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver high-quality evaluation programmes for MRC funding outcomes.
• Design and oversee monitoring and evaluation projects across funding schemes.
• Ensure analytical outputs align with MRC’s strategy and policy.
• Build relationships with stakeholders to ensure effective evaluations.
• Provide expert advice on evaluation design and methodologies.
• Lead and develop a small team while fostering a collaborative culture.

Skills

Leading complex evaluation programmes

Using evaluation methodologies

Synthesize complex analytical evidence

Data interpretation and presentation

Stakeholder engagement

Managing teams and developing talent

Job description

A leading research funding organization in Greater London is seeking a Head of Evaluation to develop high-quality evaluation programmes. This role focuses on synthesizing evaluation insights to shape policy decisions and enhance funding strategies in biomedical research. Candidates should have extensive experience in leading evaluations, managing teams, and engaging with stakeholders. This full-time position offers a hybrid working model, competitive salary, and a range of benefits including generous leave and pension schemes.