Investigative Advisor Specialist
Job Opening: Evidence Officer at Sustrans
Sustrans, an active travel research organization with a commitment to making it easier for people to walk and cycle, is recruiting an Evidence Officer for their Strategy, Impact and Evidence team. The role involves providing monitoring, evaluation, and analytical support for various behaviour change and infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Collect and analyse data to assess project effectiveness and impact.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of monitoring and evaluation plans.
- Collaborate with the team to produce reports and present findings.
Requirements
- Proven experience in monitoring and evaluation.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Competency in Excel or working knowledge of statistical software like R.
- Some experience in project management, project monitoring, and evaluation.
Qualifications
While specific qualifications were not detailed in the job listing, relevant experience in research, data analysis, or impact evaluation would likely be beneficial.
Benefits
While not explicitly mentioned in the job description, standard benefits such as pension contributions, flexible working, and professional development opportunities may be included, consistent with similar roles. Additionally, employees have access to a 24/7 free, impartial, and confidential support service.
Leave and Pension
Full-time employees at Sustrans are offered 28 days of leave per year plus bank holidays. The organization also offers a Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution being matched.
London Weighting Allowance and Cycle to Work Scheme
Employees living within a London Borough receive a London Weighting Allowance of £4,530. Sustrans is a member of the Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme, offering cycle to work schemes.
Location and Working Practices
The role offers hybrid working with minimal travel required.
Application Deadline and Interview Process
The application deadline has passed, with the deadline being 23:59 on 25 August 2025. Details about the interview process were not provided in the search results.
Inclusion and Diversity
Sustrans aims to be a truly inclusive employer and welcomes applications from under-represented groups.
For complete and up-to-date application details, direct contact with Sustrans or the job listing platforms is advisable. Candidates should have demonstrable quantitative and/or qualitative analytical skills and some experience in project management, project monitoring, and evaluation. Staff volunteer days are also offered.
In this context, the role of an Evidence Officer at Sustrans not only involves working on various behavior change and infrastructure projects (education-and-self-development, personal-growth, learning) but also contributing to the development and implementation of monitoring and evaluation plans, which are key aspects of personal growth and self-development, as well as learning and continuous improvement. This role also offers opportunities for professional development, such as access to a 24/7 free, impartial, and confidential support service, and standard benefits like pension contributions, flexible working, and professional development opportunities.
