Research Manager, First Nations Audiences

Research with, and for, our First Nations peoples and communities
- Being culturally led and informed
- Uncover insights that inform our First Nations audiences

**Applicants must identify as being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent. SBS considers that being Aboriginal and/or a Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational requirement for this position under s 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).**

We also acknowledge the unique and valuable contributions that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples make to our society and our workplace.

**About Us**

***SBS is one of the world's most unique and innovative media organisations, producing trusted, meaningful and engaging content that exists for all Australians to inspire, support and celebrate the diversity of our multicultural society.

Our purpose, for the last 40 years, has reflected and explored the evolving diversity of Australia, investing in initiatives to deepen its connections with communities, sharing their stories and giving a voice to those often unheard, with the aim of increasing understanding and respect of the diversity that makes up Australia.

SBS is a truly distinctive network, showcasing multicultural, multilingual and First Nations stories otherwise untold in the Australian media.

**The Department**

The Audience Data & Insights Team, forms part of the Corporate Strategy Division. The team is expanding, as we evolve the work we do, paving the way for SBS’s audience-led, data driven transformation, for the benefit of all Australians. A team of passionate and experienced researchers, we strive through creating opportunities through insights to tell stories.

**The Role**

A unique role responsible for managing research with and for our First Nations peoples and communities, providing insights for strategic direction, delivering a deep understanding of media behaviours and choices.

The research seeks to acknowledge and understand First Nations experiences, perspectives and voices, to deliver insights about the content, platform and language needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander audiences.

Reporting into the Audience Research Lead within the Audience Data & Insights Team. The core responsibilities of the role are:

- Management and delivery of research and information that provides insights into the knowledges, perspectives and voices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander audiences
- Conducting research through both qualitative and quantitative methods in alignment with Indigenous research methodologies
- Develop clear actionable insights for strategic direction and present to senior decision makers across the business to inform and guide their decisions
- Proactively identify ways to meaningfully engage with, and research responsibly with, First Nations peoples and communities
- Actively contribute to the organisation’s understanding of the changing media landscape, particularly with a First Nations lens, by monitoring industry sources and sharing relevant information with the wider team
- Ensure the research is conducted through First Nations Research principles: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voices first; Be culturally led and informed; Engage meaningfully; Follow cultural protocols; Gathering insights inclusively and authentically; Give back to community

**About you**
- Existing and established Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander professional, academic and community-based networks and connections
- Strong relationship building skills, with the ability to build authentic partnerships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities and experts
- Deep understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and knowledge of protocols
- Qualitative research skills, including running focus groups, community consultations and interviews
- Quantitative research skills, including questionnaire design, survey implementation, analysis and reporting

Feel like you meet most, but perhaps not all the criteria listed? Then, send through your details as whilst we have specific requirements in mind, we can look at how we can bridge the gaps

**Some of the reasons to consider working with us**
- The people a genuine sense of feeling included (we truly celebrate and welcome difference) and being part of one of the most inclusive companies in Australia
- The culture and the engagement of our workforce, we are proud to have an employee engagement score of 82% with low levels of employee turnover.
- A brand that is not only recognisable but trusted and established, we have been broadcasting for over 40 years and we’re not done yet
- We offer a range of benefits from, health care checks, salary packaging, Employee Assistance Programme, flexible work arrangements and for our Sydney based employee’s free gym membership
- We also love to promote from within we have allocated funds to do just that and help with training gaps when moving from role to ro