Emergency Management Research Communications Specialist

Country Fire Authority; Burwood; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful purpose

Work-Life Balance

Hybrid work options

Emergency Memberlink discounts

Wellbeing programs

Member Assistance Program

Job summary

Country Fire Authority in Melbourne is seeking a researcher to join the Research, Innovation and Predictive Capability (RIPC) team to translate social science research into practical insights supporting community preparedness, warnings, information, and operational practice.

Working with CFA researchers and fire sector partners, you will communicate complex evidence, tailor messages for diverse audiences, and contribute to policy, training and service delivery within a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• PhD in social science or related field and relevant research experience or equivalent.
• High-level science communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Knowledge of Victoria's emergency management sector and fire agencies.

Responsibilities

• Translate social science research into practical insights for community preparedness and warnings.
• Communicate complex evidence to stakeholders and inform decision-making.
• Collaborate with researchers and sector partners to support policy, training and service delivery.

Skills

Science communication

Stakeholder engagement

Emergency management knowledge

Research dissemination

Policy guidance

Education

PhD in social science or related field

Job description

Country Fire Authority in Melbourne is seeking a researcher to join the Research, Innovation and Predictive Capability (RIPC) team to translate social science research into practical insights supporting community preparedness, warnings, information, and operational practice.

Working with CFA researchers and fire sector partners, you will communicate complex evidence, tailor messages for diverse audiences, and contribute to policy, training and service delivery within a hybrid work model.