Overview
The Office of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Students) goal is to increase the proportion of students who succeed in OU study, whilst addressing inequity in student outcomes to ensure that students from under-represented and disadvantaged backgrounds have equal access to opportunities and outcomes.
To do this, we work with students, faculties and units across the University, colleagues in our four nations and external stakeholders to deliver continuous improvements that benefit students at every stage in their journey with us.
You will work collaboratively to manage/support a data-led approach to the design, monitoring and evaluation of activities being implemented to deliver the institution\'s Access and Participation Plan (APP). Our objective is to address inequity in outcomes for students from underrepresented and disadvantaged backgrounds. This role is critical in ensuring our programs and initiatives are achieving their desired outcomes and making a measurable impact.
You will provide specialist knowledge of evaluation methodologies and be responsible for working with key stakeholders to oversee all aspects of the evaluation lifecycle, from designing frameworks to analysing data and communicating findings.
Key Responsibilities
Support a Data-led Approach to the Design and Evaluation of Activities to Address Inequity
* Commission the generation of specific data sets to support insight work.
* Undertake research to generate insight, and evidence drivers of student inequity.
* Lead and advise stakeholders on the development and execution of evaluation frameworks, methodologies and data collection tools to deliver Type 1 and Type 2 evidence of impact in alignment with the Office for Students required standards of evidence and the OU’s APP goals.
People and Stakeholder Management and Engagement
* Proactively develop opportunities for student involvement in designing activities through the development of processes, procedures and strategies.
* Support and organise sessions and workshops to involve student voices in the design and implementation of interventions.
In addition to the above, a full list of the key skills and experience required for the role can be found in the full description here.
About You
* Proven ability to develop rigorous evaluation frameworks and methodologies to deliver evidence of impact.
* Demonstrated experience of leading the development of Theory of Change models to underpin evaluation design.
* Proven experience with quantitative data collection and analysis methods (e.g., survey design, statistical modelling, quasi-experimental designs).
* Proficiency in qualitative data collection and analysis methods (e.g., designing and conducting focus groups, interviews, thematic analysis).
In addition to the above, a full list of the key skills and experience required for the role can be found in the full description here.
Why Join The Open University?
At The Open University, we’re proud to be a world‑leader in accessible education and evidence‑led decision‑making. This role offers the chance to work on high‑impact, strategically important projects in an organisation with a strong social purpose.
Our benefits include:
* 33 days annual leave, on top of bank holidays and a three-day Christmas closure period.
* Access to a leading pension scheme for UK higher education with generous employer contributions.
* Staff Fee Waivers for OU study, meaning you could earn a degree for free.
* Hybrid working, with limited requirement to attend the office in-person, with agile working and family friendly policies.
* Discounts, wellbeing support, and development opportunities.
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