Cardiomind Research Consultancy ltd
Senior Evaluation Specialists (Contract / Associate)
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About us
CardioMind Research Consultancy is a specialist research and evaluation organisation working on high-quality, policy-relevant evaluations for government and public sector clients. We are expanding our team of senior associates to support upcoming large-scale, multi-year evaluation programmes.
The role
We are looking for experienced Senior Evaluation Specialists to join us on a flexible contract / associate basis. You will play a senior role in the design and delivery of complex evaluations, working alongside a multi-disciplinary team.
Key responsibilities
- Lead or co-lead strands of process and/or impact evaluation
- Contribute to evaluation framework design and Theory of Change development
- Design and oversee mixed-methods research
- Engage with senior stakeholders and policy clients
- Produce high-quality analysis and reports to publishable standard
- Support quality assurance and methodological robustness across projects
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We are particularly interested in candidates with senior experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Clean energy, energy systems or net zero innovation
- Health and care innovation / digital health
- Crime prevention, violence reduction or justice programmes
- Education, special educational needs or youth employment
Essential requirements
- 8–15+ years’ experience in evaluation or applied research
- Proven track record of delivering complex, multi-strand evaluations for government, research councils or major public funders
- Strong skills in process evaluation and/or impact evaluation
- Experience working with Theory of Change and mixed methods
- Excellent writing and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a senior team
- Right to work in the UK
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Desirable
- Experience of large-scale or multi-year programme evaluations
- Experience working on innovation, public service, or policy-focused programmes
- Familiarity with Magenta Book standards
What we offer
- Competitive day rates commensurate with experience
- Flexible working arrangements
- Opportunity to work on high-profile, policy-relevant evaluations
- Collaborative and professional working environment
How to apply
Please send a short CV and brief cover note outlining your relevant experience to enquiries@cardiomindresearch.co.uk or message us directly via LinkedIn.
We welcome conversations with interested candidates on a confidential basis.
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