Research and Evaluation Coordinator

About the role: As Research and Evaluation Coordinator with us you will coordinate and manage The Buttery's Research and Evaluation Community (REC). Along with Committee members, you will undertake duties such as psychological research, literature reviews, development of survey instruments, data analysis, qualitative data analysis, data interpretation and report writing. You will also get to support other teams and projects across the organisation by providing advice and support to undertake various quantitative and qualitative research and evaluation.

About the Research and Evaluation Committee (REC): The REC is a cross-organisational committee established in 2024 which oversees and guides research and evaluation initiatives and ensures best practice. Their work impacts policy and practice and influences the future direction and planning of our programs. Responsibilities include:

·       Identifying priority research areas consistent with knowledge of development needs, service quality and safety frameworks and practice guidelines

·       Ensuring effective governance of evaluation practices and outputs

·       Coordinating and publicising research and evaluation activities and outcomes

·       Strengthening organisational research and evaluation capacity

·       Developing and promoting active collaboration with key stakeholders and research partners.

Hours and location: This is a hybrid role working from home and at head office in Binna Burra. The hours are 14 per week and days are flexible.  The role is funded to 30th June 2026.

About you: Selection criteria:

Qualifications and checks

1.     Bachelor's degree or higher in Psychology, Sociology, Social Science or a related discipline

2.     Current Driver's Licence, A satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Working with Children Check.

Professional skills and experience

3.     At least 12 months experience in a research environment with an understanding of research methodologies in the social sciences

4.     Experience with project management in a community services or research environment.

5.     The ability to contribute to the development of research and consultation processes including the design, data collection and analysis of data.

6.     Demonstrated ability to prepare high quality written materials including reports, briefing papers and correspondence

7.     Significant experience supporting teams to reach goals and managing stakeholders

8.     Demonstrated proficiency using the Microsoft suite, a variety of databases and video conferencing tools such as Zoom/Teams/Health Direct.

What's in it for you:

We support our staff with generous work conditions and benefits - whether its ways to make money go further, a great work culture, or opportunities to develop skills. The Buttery's reward package includes:

·     Flexible working solutions to support work-life balance. We offer the potential to scale your hours up or down over time.

·     Six weeks paid annual leave (pro rata) is provided to spend more time on holiday.

·     Training and career development opportunities.

·     Employee Assistance Program includes access to an online wellbeing platform free to staff and their immediate family.

·     Salary sacrifice benefits allow a 6-12% increase in take home pay. Staff receive an ATO-approved incentive and can access 15,899 of tax-free salary to pay a mortgage, rent, loan, credit card or school fees.

·     A $2,650 meal and accommodation card.

·     The ability to package computer, phone, or novated vehicle lease costs.

Find out more: For a position description, see Job Opportunities — The Buttery

For any other queries, please contact

This role will be remunerated at SCHCDS Level 4.2 $45.75ph with access to salary packaging to potentially increase your take home pay by another 5k.

How to apply: Please email your resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria above to

In your cover letter, please use each of the selection criteria above as a heading and write a brief paragraph under each one addressing it. Unfortunately, applications that do not address the selection criteria will not be considered.

Applications close: 27th October 2025

About us: The Buttery is a not-for-profit charitable organisation established in 1973.Through residential and community-based programs, we specialise in the treatment of alcohol and other drug dependence and mental health conditions. Our programs are evidence-based, best-practice and informed by the latest research into recovery. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we consistently work to improve the lives of the people we support. We operate from Tweed Heads to Port Macquarie across Bundjalung, Githabul, Gumbaynggirr, Yaegl, Dunghutti and Birpai lands.

The Buttery recognises the benefits that diversity and inclusion bring, and encourages people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply to our vacancies. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and CALD and LGBTIQA+ community members are encouraged to apply. We are proud to have active RAP and Rainbow groups.