Research and Evidence Manager

AH&MRC of NSW; Sydney; Vor Ort; AUD 110.000 - 160.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Aboriginal Health & Medical Research Council of NSW (AH&MRC) is the peak body for Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services across New South Wales. We lead a research and evaluation program, ensuring Aboriginal-led priorities and strong data governance across NSW.

As Research and Evidence Manager, you will shape the research agenda, build partnerships, secure funding, and oversee evaluation and evidence generation to inform policy and improve programs for Aboriginal people and

Qualifikationen

• Postgraduate qualifications and a track record of leading research projects.
• Experience publishing, securing grants, and directing research initiatives.
• Experience acting as Chief Investigator, Principal Investigator or equivalent leadership role.
• Proven ability to manage governance and ethics processes in research.

Aufgaben

• Lead and implement AH&MRC’s Research Agenda and identify Aboriginal health priorities.
• Promote Aboriginal-led research and Indigenous Data Sovereignty across projects.
• Build partnerships with universities, research institutes, government and Member Services.

Kenntnisse

Research leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Grant writing

Data governance

Indigenous Data Sovereignty

Ethics & compliance

Ausbildung

Masters or PhD in Public Health, Epidemiology, or related field

Jobbeschreibung

The Aboriginal Health & Medical Research Council of NSW (AH&MRC) is the peak body for Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services across New South Wales. We work alongside our Members to strengthen Aboriginal community-controlled healthcare and improve the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities.

Our work spans advocacy, policy, workforce development, health promotion, research, training and organisational support. We bring the experience and priorities of our Members into state and national decision-making, advocate for better health systems and investment, and help build the capability and sustainability of the Aboriginal community-controlled health sector.

Join our team of dynamic and innovative people who value and proudly play a meaningful role in supporting the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people and communities across NSW.

The Aboriginal Health & Medical Research Council of NSW (AH&MRC) is the peak body for Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services across New South Wales. We work alongside our Members to strengthen Aboriginal community-controlled healthcare and improve the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities.

Our work spans advocacy, policy, workforce development, health promotion, research, training and organisational support. We bring the experience and priorities of our Members into state and national decision-making, advocate for better health systems and investment, and help build the capability and sustainability of the Aboriginal community-controlled health sector.

Join our team of dynamic and innovative people who value and proudly play a meaningful role in supporting the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people and communities across NSW.

About The Role

Lead research, evaluation and evidence that helps shape better health outcomes for Aboriginal communities across NSW. As the Research and Evidence Manager, you’ll lead the AH&MRC’s research agenda, evaluation, data governance and evidence generation, ensuring research is Aboriginal-led, culturally informed and aligned with community priorities.

You’ll build research partnerships, identify funding opportunities and lead high-quality research and evaluation projects, while strengthening the capability of staff and Member Services to use data and evidence to improve programs and services.

This is an opportunity to influence policy, strengthen practice and drive meaningful, evidence-based change across the Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Sector.

Responsibilities

Research Leadership & Strategy

• Lead and implement AH&MRC’s Research Agenda and identify emerging Aboriginal health priorities.
• Ensure research aligns with community and organisational priorities, promoting Aboriginal-led research and Indigenous Data Sovereignty.

Stakeholder Engagement & Team Collaboration

• Build strong relationships and collaboration with teams, communities, Member Services, research partners and government stakeholders.
• Represent AH&MRC at relevant workshops, events, committees and advisory groups.
• Foster an inclusive, culturally respectful, and supportive working environment.

Research Grants & Funding

• Identify funding opportunities and lead competitive grant applications.
• Develop and manage research partnerships, agreements and reporting requirements.
• Act as Chief Investigator or Principal Investigator where appropriate.

Evaluation & Evidence Generation

• Oversee the Monitoring and Evaluation Framework and evaluation of key initiatives.
• Lead research, evidence reviews and data analysis to inform policy, programs and services.
• Translate findings into continuous improvement and evidence-based practice.

Research Governance & Ethics

• Oversee research governance, ethics and Data Governance Frameworks.
• Ensure research meets ethical, legal and organisational requirements.
• Uphold Aboriginal community ownership and control of data.

Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement

• Lead and support the Research and Evaluation Team and represent the organisation on relevant advisory groups and committees.
• Build and maintain partnerships with universities, research institutes, government agencies and Member Services.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive and culturally respectful team environment.
• Advocate for the Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Sector and support research publication and knowledge translation.

Essential Criteria

Qualifications & Experience

• Postgraduate qualifications (Masters or PhD) in Public Health, Epidemiology, Research, Social Sciences, Health Sciences or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated research track record including publications, grant applications and project leadership.
• Experience acting as Chief Investigator, Principal Investigator or equivalent research leadership role.
• Significant experience leading research and evaluation projects.
• Experience managing research governance and ethics processes.
• Ability to work independently and manage complex priorities.
• Ability to hold a National Police Check and current Working with Children Check.

Skills & Knowledge

• Advanced knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, with strong analytical and evaluation skills.
• Strong grant writing, research funding and project management experience.
• Extensive understanding of Aboriginal health research, Aboriginal-led research and Indigenous Data Sovereignty.
• High-level written, presentation, stakeholder engagement and partnership-building skills, with the ability to influence diverse audiences.
• Strategic and organised leader committed to evidence-based practice and meaningful outcomes for Aboriginal communities.

Join Us!

Be part of a transformative initiative that prioritises the health and well-being of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities through innovative research and evidence-based initiatives.

We look forward to your application!