Evaluation Specialist, Population & Public Health

BC Centre for Disease Control

Vancouver, BC

The Evaluation Specialist, Population & Public Health reports to the Medical Director, Population & Public Health and is responsible for the evaluation of program design and delivery of Population and Public Health (PPH) initiatives, programs, and services. The role provides subject matter expertise when reviewing and assessing the impact of PPH programs and services and presents evidence-based recommendations to Program Leaders, BCCDC and PHSA Senior Leaders, BC health authorities, BC Ministries and/or other provincial partners to optimize BCCDC PPH program and service delivery.

Ensuring projects and policies have a quality- and equity-lens applied, are inclusive of Indigenous perspectives and incorporate anti-racist and decolonizing principles, the Evaluation Specialist employs research methods for the identification, collection, analysis, and interpretation of outcome measures and carries out reviews of related research, and links evidence to the evaluation process. To build evaluation capacity among the PPH team and other BCCDC service lines, the role guides and supports staff to utilize best practice in evaluating programs across the service line as an expert in population health evaluation.

What you’ll do

• Make and present evidence-based recommendations to the BCCDC, BC health authorities, BC Ministries and provincial/territorial partners to develop, coordinate and implement effective Population & Public Health strategies. Complete evaluation reports and give presentations to senior leaders on selected projects/programs that assess the efficiency and effectiveness of initiatives in achieving stated goals including health outcomes and improvements in related processes. Represent PPH on internal and external committees as required.
• Lead, conduct and/or coordinate the research and evaluation of program design and delivery of PPH initiatives, programs, and services. Provide subject matter expertise and guidance on best practices related to program evaluation, assessment, monitoring, study design, and research methodologies to Program Leaders, program staff and other partners and/or stakeholders.
• Lead planning, research, evaluation, and outcome measurement of PPH services and initiatives. Work collaboratively with program Managers, Leads, and teams to assess, determine and/or define required information to satisfy specific business requirements. Develop and prepare research proposals and associated grant applications; interact with funding agencies to identify and secure grant funding. Work with existing and external data sources, as well as develops new collection processes.
• Design a practical evaluation model that integrates monitoring, self-assessment, planning, and evaluation of program or services (process and outcome measures). Develop specific evaluation criteria, performance measures, and definitions, and generate evidence to conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis and to generate recommendations. Conduct and/or coordinate multiple evaluation projects including: literature review, design and utilization of evaluation methodology and tools; collect, compile, analyze, interpret and reports data. Conduct and advise regarding complex statistical analyses. Assess effectiveness of current PPH programs, strategies and evaluation plans.
• Serve as a consultant to PPH colleagues and works in collaboration with other members of the BCCDC service lines to make evidence-based recommendations regarding potential changes to programs and impacts on services and staff resources.
• Ensure projects and policies have a quality- and equity-lens applied, and are inclusive of Indigenous perspectives, decolonizing practices and incorporates anti-racist principles.
• Work collaboratively with PPH programs to support the identification and development of meaningful performance and outcome measures. Facilitate the development, implementation, and maintenance of an ongoing evaluation process for PPH programs.

What you bring

Qualifications

• A level of education, training, and experience equivalent to Master’s Degree in a health science, social science, or related discipline with coursework in research methodologies, statistical analysis and evaluative research, five (5) years experience in related research/evaluation/decision support in public health, community health programs, acute care, or other health services. Experience with or certification in Credentialed Evaluator (CE) with the Canadian Evaluation Society and/or Project management is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated knowledge of health research methodology, principles and procedures.
• Demonstrated knowledge of performance outcome measurement tools and techniques and program evaluation, e.g., program logic models, impact analysis.
• Ability to use advanced microcomputer software such as database (e.g., Access), or spreadsheets.
• Ability to use quantitative and qualitative data analysis software.
• Demonstrated ability to productively use spreadsheets, word processing, database, presentation and project management applications.
• Ability to utilize initiative, vision, independent thinking and creative problem-solving skills to implement project plans and realize project completion.
• Effective facilitation and persuasion skills to achieve consensus, resolve conflict and achieve desired outcomes.
• Comprehensive knowledge of project management principles and methodologies.
• Computer literacy with word-processing, spreadsheet, presentation, project management and database applications.
• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).

What we bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.

• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Job Type: Regular, Full-Time
Salary Range: $86,398 - $124,197/year. The starting salary for this position would be determined with consideration of the successful candidate’s relevant education and experience, and would be in alignment with the provincial compensation reference plan. Salary will be prorated accordingly for part time roles.

Location: Vancouver BC,
Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Hours of Work: Monday – Friday, 0800-1600/0830-1630
Requisition # 150688E

As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.

What we do

The BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) is dedicated to preventing and controlling communicable diseases and promoting environmental health for the province of BC.

BCCDC is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose. Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services

PHSA and BCCDC are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.

Reconciliation is an ongoing process and a shared responsibility for all of us. The BC Governments’ unanimous passage of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act was a significant step forward in this journey—one that all health authorities are expected to support as we work in cooperation with Indigenous Peoples to establish a clear and sustainable path to lasting reconciliation. True reconciliation will take time and ongoing commitment to work with Indigenous Peoples as they move toward self-determination. Guiding these efforts Crown agencies must remain focused on creating opportunities that implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Mandate.

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