Manager – Research and Evaluation

Surf Life Saving Victoria; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Surf Life Saving Victoria is seeking an experienced Manager - Research & Evaluation to lead our research and evaluation function and drive evidence-based decision making across the organisation. This 12-month fixed term parental leave backfill role offers the opportunity to influence water safety outcomes for Victorian communities.

You will lead and manage research projects, design and evaluate water safety programs, provide expert methodological advice, and build partnerships with government,

Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualification in public health or equivalent experience.
• Experience leading research and evaluation projects using quantitative and qualitative methods.
• Experience leading teams and managing multiple projects and stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication with ability to present findings.
• Experience using research and data analysis software such as SPSS, R, NVivo or similar.
• Interest in public health, injury prevention or aquatic safety, with knowledge of evaluation frameworks.
• Victorian Working with Children Check or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage research and evaluation projects informing drowning prevention and aquatic safety strategies.
• Design and deliver studies evaluating water safety programs and health promotion initiatives.
• Provide expert advice on research methods, evaluation frameworks, and data analysis to stakeholders.
• Build and maintain partnerships with government agencies, academic institutions and emergency services.
• Identify and secure research funding opportunities and oversee publications and reports.
• Manage research governance, ethics, budget, reporting requirements, and a small team.

Skills

Team leadership

Research leadership

Data analysis

Quantitative & qualitative research

Stakeholder management

Report writing

Communication

SPSS

R

NVivo

Education

Postgraduate qualification in public health

Tools

SPSS

R

NVivo

Job description

Manager – Research and Evaluation (Parental Leave Cover)

Life Saving Victoria is Victoria's peak water safety and lifesaving organisation built on the proud traditions and programs of our founding organisations, the Royal Life Saving Society – Australia and Surf Life Saving Australia.

Lifesaving has been an integral part of the Victorian way of life since 1904. TodayLSV is a multifaceted volunteer-based community organisation with a focus on public safety and community wellbeing

Our volunteers, members, employees and partners work together with communities, educational institutions, government agencies, businesses and the broader aquatic industry, to save lives and empower communities to safely enjoy water.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Manager - Research & Evaluation to lead our research and evaluation function, driving evidence based decision making across the organisation and supporting initiatives that improve water safety outcomes for Victorian communities.

This is a 12-month fixed term parental leave backfill role, providing an exciting opportunity to contribute to lifesaving research, influence strategic decision making and make a genuine impact on community safety across Victoria.

In this role, you will:

• Lead and manage research and evaluation projects that inform drowning prevention and aquatic injury reduction strategies.
• Design and deliver research studies and evaluation of water safety, health promotion and behaviour change programs, including Victorian Government-funded initiatives, strategic initiatives and evidence-informed interventions.
• Provide expert advice on research methods, evaluation frameworks, data analysis and evidence-based practice to internal and external stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with government agencies, academic institutions, emergency services organisations and other key sector stakeholders.
• Identify and secure research funding opportunities, while overseeing research publications, technical reports, presentations and communications.
• Manage research governance, ethics, budget, reporting requirements, and a small team to ensure the successful delivery of strategic research outcomes.

About you

You are a strategic thinker and accomplished research professional who is passionate about translating evidence into practical outcomes. You thrive in collaborative environments, enjoy leading teams, and can communicate complex information to diverse audiences.

Additionally, you will have:

• A postgraduate qualification in public health or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading research and evaluation projects, including quantitative and qualitative research, data analysis, and program evaluation.
• Experience leading teams and managing multiple projects and stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare reports, publications, and present findings to diverse audiences.
• Experience using research and data analysis software such as SPSS, R, NVivo, or similar.
• An interest in public health, injury prevention, health promotion, or aquatic safety, with knowledge of behavioural change and evaluation frameworks highly regarded.
• Victorian Employee Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain).

LSV is an equal opportunity employer and a place who welcomes all. We encourage people with diverse experiences and backgrounds to apply. We are committed to fostering a workplace environment which is inclusive, safe, and flexible. All applicants will be considered based on the relevance of their abilities to the role and their alignment with our LSV Values.

LSV is committed to providing a welcoming environment where the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people involved in our programs, services, activities, events, and the broader community, will always be ourfirst priority. All staff must hold (or be able to obtain) a current Victorian Working with Children Check as part of their employment with us.