See Me is Scotland's national programme to end mental health stigma and discrimination. Alongside its role as managing partner of See Me, the Mental Health Foundation (MHF) works in partnership with the programme to deliver its research, learning and evaluation functions. This includes the delivery of research, evaluation and knowledge exchange to inform programme development.
What does the role involve?
- Designing and leading evaluation and research projects across a dynamic programme of work, with the support of a wider team, using mixed method approaches (quantitative and qualitative).
- Working collaboratively with colleagues within MHF and with key partners, wider stakeholders and funders.
- Undertaking systematic and pragmatic literature and/or evidence reviews
- Analysing, interpreting and presenting research findings to a wide range of audiences
What skills, knowledge and experience are we looking for?
- Excellent understanding of the principles of process and impact evaluation design.
- Demonstrable experience of conducting quantitative and qualitative evaluation activities including data collection, analysis, interpretation and dissemination of findings.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience of producing clear reports, articles and presentations for a range of audiences.
- Ability to deliver knowledge exchange and learning events to partners and stakeholders.
Safeguarding is Everyone’s business – Mental Health Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all its beneficiaries, those who surround them, its staff, volunteers, and anyone else who comes into contact with its services and expects all trustees, staff, and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate vetting procedures (proof of eligibility to work in the UK, proof of residency and satisfactory employment screening, including a Disclosure check and two most recent references) along with 3-year renewals of Disclosure checks. We are unable to provide sponsorship for this post, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the UK.