Position : Evaluation and Data Co-ordinator Reporting to : Director Salary : £30,000 per annum Location: East Anglia - the gallery is based in Colchester The role is based at our gallery. Regrettably, we cannot offer visa sponsorship for this role at this time. About Firstsite Founded in 1993, Firstsite is a contemporary art gallery in Colchester, Essex. It is the largest public gallery in the East region housed within an award-winning building designed by Rafael Vinoly. Firstsite is a registered charity and is governed by a board of trustees. Rosie Millard, OBE is Chair of the trustees and Sally Shaw, MBE is Firstsite’s Director. They are changing the way they work to further diversify their artistic offer, to be more collaborative and inclusive in the way ideas are invited into the organisation and then realised. About the Role The Evaluation and Data Co-ordinator is a new role at Firstsite and an exciting opportunity to shape how the organisation gathers and uses data. The aim is to refine and optimise existing data collection, evaluation methods, and analysis to gain comprehensive insights into the organisation's activities and their impact. About you We would love to hear from you if you have the skills, capability, knowledge or track record in: Shaping consistent and impactful evaluation methods and data gathering processes Analysing data and evaluation materials/content to shape compelling recommendations and stories A collaborative approach in working with diverse stakeholders to achieve shared goals The principles and applications of data protection law and guidance Experience and/or qualifications in using software and systems relevant for evaluation and data gathering To find out more about this role and how to apply, please click on the following link to review the candidate pack: Evaluation and Data Co-ordinator Candidate Pack The closing date for applications is Monday 24 th February 2025 at 9 am. How to apply If this role is of interest, please submit your CV and answer the questions below. There is no requirement to attach a cover letter if the questions have been answered. Your answers should be no more than 2 pages in total, answering the following questions: What is your motivation to work for Firstsite and what attracts you to this role specifically? What relevant skills, knowledge and capability will you bring to Firstsite - please include your experience of evaluation methods and how you’ve used data to make recommendations or tell compelling stories. Interview Process Stage 1 – In-person interview at the Colchester Gallery on Thursday 27 th February/Friday 28 th February. If you would like to discuss the role before applying, please feel free to contact Jo from Diversifying Group at joannadiversifying.com. Our Commitment The ongoing work to ensure our offer and our opportunities are accessible to everyone started by reworking our purpose and direction as an organisation. The next stage of our journey is to ensure that the organisation itself and the cultural legacy we write every day is also shared with a more diverse range of people. We aim to remove barriers to employment in order to develop further a fully representative conversation about culture and creativity hosted at Firstsite. Accessibility and Adjustments We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and we will always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible. If you would like to discuss any specific requirements, please contact Jo Durham at joannadiversifying.com.