Head of Social Science & Strategy | Lead & Inspire Teams

Environment Agency; National (WA); On-site; USD 93,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Environment Agency seeks a visionary Social Science Manager and Head of Profession to set the strategic direction for social science across the organisation. You will grow capability, support career development, and build a network of social scientists to inform decisions with robust evidence.

You’ll lead a small team delivering research and advice on flooding, water resources, pollution and climate change, turning social science evidence into practical solutions alongside policy and government

Responsibilities

• Leading the social science profession and developing capability across the organisation.
• Setting the strategic direction for the future of social science and research in the EA.
• Linking into cross-government social science and analysis
• Managing and inspiring a team of social science specialists.
• Delivering impactful social science research, insight and evidence.
• Building partnerships across government, academia and the research community.
• Representing the organisation as a recognised social science expert.
• Supporting emergency response through social and behavioural science expertise.
• Championing workforce development, inclusion, coaching and mentoring.

Job description

Environment Agency seeks a visionary Social Science Manager and Head of Profession to set the strategic direction for social science across the organisation. You will grow capability, support career development, and build a network of social scientists to inform decisions with robust evidence.

You’ll lead a small team delivering research and advice on flooding, water resources, pollution and climate change, turning social science evidence into practical solutions alongside policy and government