Principal Evaluation Officer

Attorney-General's Department
Job reference: 855176
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Classification: ASO8
Salary Range: $130,046- $134,956 + Superannuation
Duration: Up to 2 years
Vacancy Type: Full Time
Number of Positions Available: 1
Closing Date: 11:30pm, Thursday 3 September 2026

About the Opportunity

The Principal Evaluation Officer will lead the design, implementation and continuous improvement of evaluation, measurement and monitoring frameworks, and the delivery of evaluations and applied research relating to justice-related policies, programs, services and projects. The role generates high-quality evidence and insights to inform decision-making, strengthen accountability, drive continuous improvement, and improve outcomes, to support effective crime prevention, rehabilitation and victim-focused interventions across South Australia.

About the Business

Justice Policy and Analytics (JPA) supports the delivery of the strategic priorities of the Attorney-General and the Attorney-General's Department through the provision of high-quality policy advice and research, justice system strategy, stakeholder engagement, and data analytics. 

The Justice Strategy and Funding (JSAF) team is one of three, high-performing teams within JPA. JSAF is responsible for administering funding under the National Access to Justice Partnership to South Australian legal assistance services and contributing to the development of national legal assistance policy. The team also administers funding from statutory funds for a variety of justice-related programs, including services and projects designed to benefit and support victims of crime, and to further crime prevention and offender rehabilitation objectives.

For more information about the Attorney-General’s Department, please visit https://www.agd.sa.gov.au/

Special Conditions for Employment

Employment is dependent upon a National Police Certificate clearance that the AGD finds satisfactory. Successful applicants will be provided further information if an interview is requested. Forms are not to be lodged directly with SA Police (SAPOL) under any circumstances and any fees incurred by applicants in doing so will not be recoverable from the AGD.

• Some out of hours work may be required.
• Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required.

Additional Notes

You will be prompted to attach your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter (2 pages) after you have answered the questions via the link below. For more information please download the Job Application Pack and Job and Person Specifications.

For further information about this exciting opportunity that is not covered by this website please contact Alexandra O’Sullivan, Director, Justice Policy and Analytics), 0411 232 ***, ***************@sa.gov.au.

Click Apply and follow the prompts to submit your application.

The Attorney-General’s Department values workplace diversity and is committed to providing a supportive, inclusive and respectful work environment.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and people with disability are strongly encouraged to apply.

The South Australian public sector supports flexible ways of working including part-time working arrangements wherever reasonably possible. The sector is diverse and desires to increase in diversity and to create opportunities for more South Australians.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application via the contact above or our website https://www.agd.sa.gov.au/.   

Applications close: 03/09/2026 11:30 PM

Attachments:
- ASO8 Principal Evaluation Officer J&PS.pdf
- Job Application Pack.pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.