EL1 Assistant Director – Evidence Synthesis - HOBART

About the Organization:This leading Federal government agency supports Australian’s in achieving their goals and helps them to live a better life. Their work has an impact on a significant area in the social sector, and you can contribute to the difference that they make in this role. This agency is known for having a great culture across different teams and have excellent office location in Hobart. About the role:The EL1 Assistant Director – Evidence Synthesis will support the delivery of an internal service that conducts research and evaluation using a range of methods to inform Agency decisions. You will manage an implementation and effectiveness evaluation of a pre-emptive pilot program for infants showing early behavioural signs of autism in Western Australia (the Inklings Pilot). It will provide detailed technical, professional, policy and operational management of the program. The Assistant Director will also be required to coordinate and assist in other strategic planning, program, project management and policy development to support the Agency’s objectives. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:Preparing ethics and site governance applications.Collecting and analysing a range of quantitative, qualitative and survey data, including coordinating other members of the Research and Evaluation Branch on such activities.Ensuring the evaluation is conducted in accordance with appropriate guidelines, standard operating procedures, Agency standards and ethics requirements, and maintaining project related records.Preparing and presenting reports and slide-pack summaries for internal and external stakeholders.Working collaboratively with other teams in the Research and Evaluation Branch, as required.Designing and conducting other research projects, including working with people with various types of disabilities and from various cultural backgrounds.Communicate and support the implementation of research findings. MANDATORYExperience working in a similar role under Australian rules and regulationsExcellent written and oral communication skills, and proficiency in the use of IT systems including Microsoft OfficeSystematic review(s)Research / evidence synthesisPrior research experience in disability, psychology, medicine, epidemiology, education, economics, social science, statistics or related fieldsDemonstrated commitment to ongoing professional developmentCurrent Police Check, o ability to obtain one DESIRABLEMeta-analysis or statistical modellingWhat you will bring to the role:Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Experience in building relationships both with internal and external stakeholders.Ability to work within and across teams, the ability to adapt quickly to a changing environmentAbility to manage confidential and sensitive information.Ability to prioritise and allocate tasks in an efficient manner while also maintaining high work standards and accuracy. How to apply:Chandler Macleod is an equal opportunity employer as part of our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, disability and culturally and linguistics candidates are also encouraged to apply. Mandatory: Australian Citizenship required to work within Federal Government.Please click ‘APPLY” to upload your details and resume to be considered for this role. You can also send in your resumes directly to Claudia Leiva…

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