The standard selection process for roles at GDS consists of:
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a simple application screening process - We only ask for a CV and cover letter of up to 750 words. Important tip - please ensure that your cover letter includes how you meet the skills and experience listed in the person specification section above
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a 60 minute video interview which will feature a presentation, details of the presentation will be shared to invited candidates prior to the interview
Depending on how many applications we get, there might also be an extra stage before the video interview, for example a phone interview or a technical exercise.
In the event we receive a high volume of applications, we will conduct the initial sift against the lead criteria which is: can demonstrate strong analytical and critical thinking skills, including the ability to evaluate digital services using some appropriate techniques including process evaluation, impact evaluation, theory of change, experimentation and economic evaluation, using quantitative or qualitative data
In the Civil Service, we use Success Profiles to evaluate your skills and ability. This gives us the best possible chance of finding the right person for the job, increases performance and improves diversity and inclusivity. Well be assessing your technical abilities, skills, experience and behaviours that are relevant to this role.
For this role well be assessing you against the following Civil Service Behaviours:
- working together
- seeing the bigger picture
- communicating and influencing
- delivering at pace
- making effective decisions
Well also be assessing your experience and specialist technical skills against the following skills defined in the Government Digital and Data Capability Framework for the Senior Digital Evaluator role:
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evaluation delivery
- evaluation planning and strategy
- communicating analysis and insight
- quality assurance of data and analysis
- product and service monitoring
- data ethics and privacy
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Recruitment Timeline
Sift completion: 1st September 2026
Panel interviews: Starting from 8th September 2026
Candidates that do not pass the interview but have demonstrated an acceptable standard may be considered for similar roles at a lower grade.
A reserve list will be held for a period of 12 months, from which further appointments can be made.
The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service D&I Strategy.
Sponsorship
DSIT cannot offer Visa sponsorship to candidates through this campaign. DSIT holds a Visa sponsorship licence but this can only be used for certain roles and this campaign does not qualify.
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