Evaluation and Impact Lead

About the role

The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) is seeking an experienced evaluation professional to join its team as Evaluation and Impact Lead. Based at the Brisbane head office, the role builds an evidence-informed culture across the College by designing and running evaluation frameworks that show the impact of its programs, initiatives and priorities on rural, remote and First Nations communities.

Key responsibilities

• Work with the General Manager, Policy and Impact and the Evaluation Manager to develop and implement College-wide monitoring, evaluation and impact measurement aligned with the Strategic Plan and funding obligations.
• Help build the College's evidence base and impact narrative, turning findings into policy, advocacy, accreditation, education and strategic decisions.
• Conduct process, impact and outcome evaluations of College activities.
• Lead participatory evaluation frameworks, including their periodic review, and create and update data collection instruments.
• Synthesise evaluation data into reports and presentations and support knowledge transfer to stakeholders.
• Build evaluation capability across the College through guidance, tools, coaching, workshops and practical support.
• Advise senior leaders on evaluation design, evaluability, performance measurement and interpretation of findings.

Required profile

• Postgraduate degree in evaluation or a related field such as psychology, public health or data science.
• Demonstrated experience in rural, remote and First Nations health, and in training and/or education sectors.
• Knowledge of a range of evaluation methods and experience analysing and reporting impact with qualitative and quantitative techniques.
• Ability to work independently and in a team, with advanced written and verbal communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Required skills

• Advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills.
• Experience with Qualtrics.

Applications close on 23 November 2026; candidates submit a cover letter and resume through the application form. Reasonable workplace accommodations are offered where appropriate.