Evaluation Officer

• Salary: $97,955 - $111,142 (Plus Superannuation)
• Ongoing, full-time role (flexibility may be available)
• Usual work location: 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne CBD (flexibility may be available)

The Role

Reporting to the Senior Data and Evaluation Officer, the Evaluation Officer is a key role that supports the program lifecycle by tracking evaluations, developing monitoring and evaluation plans and coordinating data for measurement frameworks that effectively communicate the social, cultural and economic impact of the creative industries. The role also works with Creative Victoria's First Peoples team to support self-determined engagement and help embed First Peoples perspectives in the work of Creative Victoria. 

Main accountabilities:

• Resolves operational service delivery problems consistent with program objectives Interprets and applies business plans and policies to own area of responsibility
• Innovative thinking is an inherent feature of the job
• Defines the appropriate methodology in the analysis of policy or research options
• Researches and applies advanced theoretical knowledge in a specialised field to operational problem solving 

The Team

The position of Evaluation Officer forms a part of the Policy and Delivery branch within Creative Victoria. The Policy and Delivery branch has 3 units, Agencies and Infrastructure, Creative Investment and Policy and Development. 

The branch brings together Creative Victoria's programs and investment in support of artists, creative workers, creative organisations, businesses, and portfolio agencies, with our work to manage and deliver world-class creative infrastructure. The branch also leads on policy and coordination across government and industry, and the development of Victoria's creative industries strategy. 

About You

To succeed, you'll demonstrate outcomes thinking, collaboration, co-creation, systems thinking, and strong data and digital literacy. Proficiency in Excel, data visualization tools, CRM or case management systems, and knowledge of data governance and privacy standards are desirable. 

Further Information

For a confidential discussion, please contact Zack Buchanan, A/Director, Policy and Industry Development, at zack.buchanan@ecodev.vic.gov.au.

The Department is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to taking the necessary steps to protect children from harm by adopting a preventative, proactive and participatory approach to child safety in accordance with the Child Safe Standards.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with the Department. For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description.

Please note: We are committed to inclusive recruitment. If you require an adjustment to participate in any stage of the recruitment process or have a particular requirement to be communicated with by either telephone or email only, please notify the DJSIR Talent Acquisition Team on 0472 875 685, or via email at recruitment@ecodev.vic.gov.au with the position number in the subject line.

How to Apply

Please click the ‘Apply Now' button. As part of the application process, you will need to provide a copy of your resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined in the position description.

Applications close at 23:59pm on 11 January 2026.