Call for Applications: Editor Canadian Journal of Program Evaluation

The Canadian Evaluation Society (CES, the Society) Board of Directors is seeking applications for the position of Editor(s) of the Canadian Journal of Program Evaluation. The newly appointed Editor(s) will begin overseeing the processing of manuscripts in Spring 2022 for a three-year renewable term.

The Society is open to applications from a single candidate to be Editor, or a team of two Co-Editors working collaboratively. In either case, the Editor(s) could then be supported by Associated Editors identified by the Editor(s),

The Journal

The Canadian Journal of Program Evaluation seeks to promote the theory and practice of program evaluation in Canada by publishing:

• Articles of all aspects of the theory and practice of evaluation including methodology; standards of practice; strategies to enhance the implementation, reporting and use of evaluations; and evaluation audits/meta-evaluations. Articles reporting original empirical research on evaluation are of particular interest. CJPE does not normally publish summaries of evaluations.
• Research and Practice Notes that provide practical examples of the applications of innovative methodologies, procedures, tools, or practices; and strategies for teaching evaluation, implementing professional development, and the like.
• Book Reviews that provide a critique of authored and edited volumes of interest to the field.
• Roots and Relations Section: Submissions to the Roots and Relations Section will vary according to its purpose and scope.

In general, CJPE publishes two regular issues per year and one special issue, normally under the direction of a guest editor. On occasion thematic segments are published within regular issues, also normally under the direction of a guest editor.

CJPE uses an electronic publication management system. CJPE is an open access and bilingual journal, publishing in both English and French. Readership includes academics, practitioners and policymakers. CJPE attracts authors and readers internationally. CJPE news are published here and on our twitter feed: @cjpe_rcep

Editor(s) Responsibilities

The Editor(s) is/are responsible for all aspects of editorial policy and decisions and receives input from the Editorial Board. For administrative matters, the Editor(s) works under the direction of the CES Board of Directors, specifically the Communication and Marketing Committee.

In consultation with CES Communication and Marketing Committee, the Editor(s) is/are responsible for establishing and managing an editorial team including Associate Editors, Book Review Editor, and Editorial Coordinator.

The Editor(s) is/are responsible for preparing regular issues and for soliciting thematic collections (i.e., special issues, thematic segments) and helping to shape them with guidance from the Editorial Board.

CES strictly adheres to the principle that its relationship with the CJPE Editor(s) is/are based firmly on the principle of editorial independence. Matters of journal contents rest squarely with the Editor(s), but with respect to strategic, administrative and financial matters, the Editor(s) engage the CES Board. CJPE receives SSHRC funding and CES is designated as the administering institution. In the case of CJPE, both the Editor(s) and the administering institution (CES) are responsible for regular reporting back to SSHRC (e.g., annually) on grant performance.

The Editor(s) is/are required to adhere to the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) Code of Conduct and Best Practice Guidelines for Journal Editors.

Editorial duties include:

1. Solicit and receive manuscripts:

1. Receive unsolicited manuscripts
2. Invite prospective authors to submit manuscripts
3. Acknowledge receipt
4. Vet manuscripts to ensure that they fit the mandate (scope) of the Journal
5. Send manuscripts for review (3 reviewers) with manuscript review form, covering letter etc.

2. Receive reviews:

1. Make an editorial decision - publish, minor revisions, major revisions, and resubmission, or reject
2. Prepare a decision letter
3. Inform author - for publish or revision decisions, set deadline for receipt of manuscript. Provide relevant guidelines (i.e., Journal Style Sheet, Electronic Specifications for Figures)
4. Provide editorial decision and review feedback to reviewers

3. Solicit and receive proposals for thematic segments

1. Invite prospective guest editors to submit proposals (special issues, special sections of regular issues)
2. Solicit feedback on proposals from editorial board members
3. Provide editorial decision and provide support to guest editors in managing review process.

4. Organize upcoming issues

1. Ensure that abstracts (in English or French) are included and review all translations
2. Transfer accepted manuscript to publisher (currently University of Toronto Press) in accordance with predetermined publication schedule.
3. Work with publisher to ensure that authors respond to copy editing requests
4. Work with guest editors in the production of special issues and thematic segments

5. Other

1. Develop strategic direction for the Journal (e.g., indexing of the Journal, dissemination strategies and outreach activities)
2. Draft funding submission to SSHRC every third year together with the Chair, Communication and Marketing Committee (next planned submission is in 2024)
3. Coordinate with CES to manage and update the Journal's website, as needed
4. Recruit and manage editorial staff (Associate Editors, Editorial Coordinator)
5. Promote the Journal, through various means
6. Attend CES Board of Directors and Communication and Marketing Committee meetings when invited
7. Engage the CES Board with respect to strategic, administrative, and financial matters
8. Attend CES Annual Conference, including AGM and report on Journal expenses, activities, achievements, and overall performance of the Journal
1. Appoint, assess, renew appointments to the Editorial Board
10. Organise communication and annual meetings with Editorial Board
11. Coordinate one or more ‘Book Club(s)’, either in person or online; wherein an article from within the Journal is the focus of discussion

Qualifications

Applicants must hold a tenured position at a Canadian University. They must be affiliated with a post-secondary institution, and that affiliation must be primary.

Applicants must have a proven track record of publishing in peer-reviewed journals on evaluation-related topics, as well as proven experience in drafting grant proposals.

Support

While the Journal Editor(s) is/are essentially a volunteer position, financial support to manage the Journal will be negotiated with CES. Previous Editors have also managed to negotiate support from their home university.

Application Process

1. Self-nominations are welcome.

2. Applicants should develop a letter that addresses the following:

1. A commitment from the applicant to serve if elected.
2. Editorial plans and projections for the Journal, including the applicant’s vision for content direction within the established mission of the Journal.

3. In addition, application materials should include:

1. A current curriculum vitae.
2. A letter from the responsible administrator within their home university supporting the application and describing assistance to be provided by that university.
3. Letters and supporting materials should be sent electronically to:
   Diane Billingsley
   Chair, Communications and Marketing Committee
   Canadian Evaluation Society

[email protected]

4. An advisory committee will review all applications and make a recommendation to CES Executive Committee. Following Executive Committee approval, the recommended Editor(s) must be endorsed by a vote of the CES Board of Directors.

Nominations received by February 25, 2022, will receive full consideration.

Inquiries may be made to Diane Billingsley
Chair, Communications and Marketing Committee
Canadian Evaluation Society
[email protected]