Evaluator for That’s Powerful

Location: Northern Ireland and Border Areas
Fee: £4500 (inclusive of all expenses)

About the Organization:

The Playhouse is one of the most vibrant theatres and arts organisations in Northern Ireland, established to meet the needs and aspirations of people and communities at a time of conflict.  We have since grown to become a national asset: an award-winning producing theatre, an empowering centre for learning and a global leader in the arts and peaceful change. We matter to our locality and to the international communities we connect with and we continually innovate to offer a space to make meaning and a place that’s here for good. We believe in inclusion, in inspiring creativity and opening up the imaginative world of theatre, dance, art and music for everyone to enjoy. The Playhouse is core funded by the Arts Council for Northern Ireland, Derry City and Strabane District Council, and Community Relations Council.

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Evaluator to assess the impact and effectiveness of our brand new peacebuilding programme: That’s Powerful. This is a rights-based programme for schools, communities and localities, with projects culminating in creative products. The programme is co-designed on a group by group basis. The Evaluator will play a crucial role in gathering and analysing data to measure the project's outcomes and inform the future direction of the project. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop Evaluation Framework: Work closely with project stakeholders to develop a comprehensive evaluation framework, including clear objectives, indicators, and data collection methods.
• Data Collection: Gather feedback from participants, community members, and project partners through application of this framework.
• Data Analysis: Analyse quantitative and qualitative data to assess the project's impact on participants' skills development, creativity, and overall well-being.
• Report Writing: Prepare a detailed evaluation report highlighting key findings, lessons learned, and recommendations for future projects. The report should be accessible to a wide audience, including project funders, partners, and community members.
• Presentation: Present evaluation findings to project stakeholders in a clear and engaging manner, facilitating discussions on how to enhance the project's impact and sustainability.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience conducting evaluations for community-based projects, preferably in the arts or social sector.
• Strong knowledge of evaluation methodologies, including both quantitative and qualitative data collection techniques.Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and draw meaningful conclusions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience writing evaluation reports and presenting findings to diverse audiences.
• Familiarity with the cultural and social context of Northern Ireland and the border areas is highly desirable.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with project stakeholders.

Timeline:

The Evaluator will be contracted for a period of 3 months, with a total fee of £4500 (inclusive of all expenses). The timeline for the evaluation will be mutually agreed upon between the Evaluator and The Playhouse, with a final evaluation report expected by 1st October 2024.

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit a CV and cover letter outlining their relevant experience, and an example of a previous evaluation report to angela@derryplayhouse.com by 17th June 2024. Shortlisted candidates may be contacted for an interview.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The Playhouse is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented communities.

Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not exhaustive. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be added as needed.