Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL) Lead - Juukan Gorge Legacy Foundation

Beilby Downing Teal Pty Ltd; Perth; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

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Job summary

The Juukan Gorge Legacy Foundation invites applications for a Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL) Lead to develop and embed the Foundation's approach to understanding and improving impact. Reporting to the Director Programs & Impact, you will shape MERL systems, guide investment decisions and translate complex data into practical insights.

Based in West Perth with occasional intrastate travel, the role offers a permanent contract with a base salary of AUD 120,000 to 130,000 plus

Job description

Opportunity to establish and lead the Foundation's monitoring and evaluation systems

• Help shape Aboriginal futures and create lasting social impact
• Base salary of $120,000 to $130,000 plus superannuation
• Based in West Perth with occasional intrastate travel

The Foundation

The Juukan Gorge Legacy Foundation was established in May 2023. The Foundation’s purpose is to support the Puutu Kunti Kurrama People (and Pinikura People and other Aboriginal People), by:

• Building the Puutu Kunti Kurrama community to be strong and proud internally and externally;
• Providing programs and services that promote and protect traditional law and custom, language and culture, and maintaining and strengthening traditional connection to Country;
• Providing programs and services that support community health, well-being, and self-determination; and
• Fostering economic development of projects and industries for financial independence.

The Role

Reporting to the Director Programs & Impact, the Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL) Lead will be responsible for developing and embedding the Foundation's approach to understanding, demonstrating and improving its impact. Your role will be to use evidence and learning to strengthen program design, guide investment decisions and adapt organisational practice.

The Person

If you are committed to supporting the aspirations of Traditional Owners, and bring experience in designing and implementing practical MERL frameworks, we would be interested in hearing from you. The ability to translate complex information into practical insights and meaningful outcomes is essential, as is excellent analytical abilities and written and verbal communication skills.

The Package

This is an opportunity to make a significant contribution to the lives of current and future Foundation beneficiaries and First Nations People. In return, a permanent contract is on offer and a base salary of $120,000 to $130,000 plus superannuation. Salary packaging is available and flexible working arrangements are by negotiation. This role is to be based either in the West Perth office or the Pilbara, to be negotiated for the successful candidate.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.