INTERNAL SECONDMENT OPPORTUNITY

External Applications will not be considered

An exciting secondment opportunity has arisen in the Performance, Research and Evaluation team.

This is a chance to play a key role in developing the evidence showcasing the impact that Liverpool City Region Combined Authority’s policies, interventions and programme are making across the region.

The role will involve design, delivery and commissioning of evaluation activity including, preparation of monitoring and evaluation plans, management of internal evaluation research, and commissioning and management of external suppliers.

The opportunity would suit someone with knowledge and experience of performance or impact measurement, evaluation and research techniques and an understanding of the principles guiding social research (such as quantitative and qualitative research methodologies, scoping logic models or theories of change and designing effective measurement frameworks).

This role is fixed Term until 30 June 2027.

How do I apply?

Interested colleagues should submit a written Expression of Interest (EOI) of no more than 500 words, setting out:

• •How you meet the essential criteria for the role
• •How you meet any desirable criteria, where applicable
• •Why you are interested in the role and what you would bring
  
  

Your EOI should include specific examples from your experience, focusing on your personal contribution to areas such as the measurement of performance and impact of projects and programmes, application of evaluation techniques and research methods, data analysis and reporting and presenting findings.

Expressions of interest will be assessed against the essential and desirable criteria only. Short informal discussions may follow as part of the process.
 

About the organisation

The Liverpool City Region is world-famous for its history, culture and creativity. A place of firsts, it is the birthplace of modern railways, public health and international trade. Now, our economy is being transformed once again, changing the world through world-leading innovation in health and life sciences, digital and creative, and advanced manufacturing - growing an economy already worth £35 billion a year.

The Combined Authority plays a central role in catalysing this innovation-led economy. We are seizing the unique opportunity to use our devolved powers and funding to create wealth and prosperity for all our 1.6 million residents and the whole UK - investing in our economy, people, place, transport and digital infrastructure. Our vision is for the Liverpool City Region to be: The best place to grow up, grow a family, and grow a business - where no-one is left behind.

 

Staff benefits

• •Local Government Pension Scheme contributions between 5.5% and 12.5%
• •Generous holiday entitlement of 29 days rising to 34 days after 5 years service, as well as bank holidays and the option to buy 10 additional days
• •Free travel around Liverpool City Region with an All-Zone Metro card worth £1,450 per year plus All Zones Off Peak Trio ticket for your spouse or partner
• •Flexible and hybrid working
• •24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family and Free counselling service
• •Automatic enrolment to our Westfield Health Programme
• •Corporate discounts at council-owned gyms
• •Bike to Work Scheme
• •Coaching, mentoring, apprenticeships, and professional qualifications including paid membership fees and even a £1k interest free learning loan for any non-job-related learning

 

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have declared that they: have a disability, are from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background, are a member of a reservist or have close family links to a member of the Armed Forces as we are under-represented by people from these communities.

To be considered under one of these schemes, you must indicate your eligibility in the relevant section of the application form. In addition, you must clearly demonstrate in your application how you meet the key essential criteria listed above.

Please highlight how you meet the remaining essential criteria outlined in the person specification within your CV.

Applications that do not include this evidence will not be considered under the guaranteed interview schemes.

The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

We actively promote diversity and inclusion. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Please visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa