Researcher (Aboriginal Identified) - Social Impact Specialist

4 weeks ago


North Parramatta, New South Wales, Australia Uniting Full time
About the Role

Uniting's Research and Social Policy team is seeking a Researcher to join our team on a full-time ongoing basis. As a Researcher, you will play a key role in informing practice improvement, innovation, and advocacy within our organization.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct qualitative and quantitative research to inform policy and practice
  • Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, including practitioners, policy makers, and academics
  • Develop and contribute to research projects in partnership with Aboriginal people, staff, and/or communities
  • Refine qualitative and quantitative research skills through collaboration with Principal Researchers
About You

We are looking for an emerging researcher with a strong commitment to social justice and a passion for research relating to Aboriginal people and communities. You will have a firm understanding of government bodies and social policy, as well as experience in conducting qualitative consultations in applied contexts.

Key qualifications and experience include:

  • Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline (e.g., social science, public health or social work)
  • Experience in conducting qualitative consultations in applied contexts, with an interest in quantitative analysis/mixed-methods research

We welcome and celebrate diversity and inclusivity in our workplace. This is an identified position for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and we encourage applications from candidates who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Please submit a cover letter and CV, showing how you meet the criteria described above. For a confidential discussion about the role and salary range, please contact Dina Oraha on 0403 728 839 or doraha@uniting.org



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