Impactful Research & Evaluation Lead

Dementia Australia; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Employee support programs

Flexible hybrid work arrangements

Job summary

Dementia Australia is seeking an experienced research and evaluation professional to lead and oversee projects that inform campaigns, reports, and publications. You will ensure data integrity and alignment with strategic priorities while working with external providers and internal stakeholders.

The role emphasizes ethical compliance, developing KPIs, and translating findings into actionable insights, with a flexible hybrid work arrangement and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Social Sciences, Public Health, Data Science).
• 8+ years' experience managing or delivering research or evaluation projects.
• Experience with mixed-method research methodologies and behaviour change theory.
• Desirable: leading HREC applications and ethics-compliant fieldwork.
• Desirable: managing research agencies for complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Leading and overseeing research and evaluation projects delivered by external providers
• Reviewing and advising on research methodologies, instruments, and ethical protocols
• Ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and in line with ethical standards (including HREC applications)
• Maintaining high-quality research standards, ensuring data integrity and alignment with strategic priorities
• Translating complex findings into clear, actionable insights for campaigns, reports, and publications
• Developing and tracking campaign KPIs, providing evidence to guide decision-making
• Managing procurement, contracts, budgets, timelines, and resources effectively
• Supporting governance through working/advisory groups, risk management, and issue escalation.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Job description

Dementia Australia is seeking an experienced research and evaluation professional to lead and oversee projects that inform campaigns, reports, and publications. You will ensure data integrity and alignment with strategic priorities while working with external providers and internal stakeholders.

The role emphasizes ethical compliance, developing KPIs, and translating findings into actionable insights, with a flexible hybrid work arrangement and opportunities for professional development.