Research Analyst

Number of Positions Available:

1

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Why this role matters

Policy, Research and Social Justice supports the strategic mission of The Salvation Army. It provides support functions in the areas of advocacy and social policy, research and outcomes measurement and contracts services related to the delivery of mission activities. Service and Mission Information System (SAMIS) implements effective ways by identifying and determining business requirements, analysing contractual requirements, and engaging with stakeholders to improve processes and assist TSA programs in delivering services.

About the role

We are seeking a Design, implement and manage research, evaluation and outcomes measurement projects within The Salvation Army Mission Department, as well as analysing and synthesising data and findings to develop valuable insights and strategic recommendations to the Department. This will include but not limited to literature and systematic review, field works, data collection and analysis, participation in the design and execution of research, evaluation and outcomes measurement of Mission expression programs, producing reports and preparing briefs for the Mission Expression Stream.

You will successfully
- Projects and tasks are managed to a high standard to assist the Manager and Senior Research Analysts in execution of in-house and external research, evaluation and outcomes measurement projects.
- Research, evaluation and outcome measurement designs, planning, implementations and reporting are conducted according to best practice and completed within agreed timeframe and budget.
- Qualitative and quantitative data and research findings are analysed and synthesised, and trends and patterns in complex data sets are accurately identified and interpreted, to provide valuable insights and recommendations to the Department.
- Field works, focus group, workshop, training, interview and surveys are conducted according to best practice.
- Quality data is collected according to funding bodies and organisation's requirement in a way that support the use of data for analysis and learning.
- Project stakeholders, including frontline services and partners, are identified and engaged to deliver the project outcomes and to meet the team's goals.
- Ideas for team's professional development and ways to perform tasks more efficiently are identified, shared with Manager and Senior Research Analysts and followed through. This may include but not limited to identifying new software, techniques/methods and knowledge relevant to assigned projects.
- Within agreed or requested timeframe, deliver or complete: high-quality briefing papers, literature/systematic reviews and reports; written, tabular and visual materials for reports, presentations and intranets; and other follow up tasks.
- Key findings, insights and conclusions of research, evaluation and outcomes measurement projects are understood by key stakeholders and target audience.
- All records of communication and correspondence (including meeting minutes), and documents/resources for meetings and workshops are organised and made available to relevant stakeholders in timely manner.

This is a full-time position based in Redfern, NSW. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS Lvl 5.

You will have
- At least 2 years' experience in qualitative and quantitative research, program evaluation and/or outcomes/impact measurement.
- Bachelor or Postdoctoral Degree in relevant fields, such as in Statistics, Health and Social Sciences, Community Services and Social Work, or similar qualifications.
- Strong problem solving, critical thinking and analytical skills, with proven ability to collect, organise, analyse and disseminate significant amounts of complex information with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent report writing and presentation skills, with ability to communicate complex research/evaluation/statistical findings to non-researchers.
- Intermediate statistical level and experience using statistical packages to analyse large datasets (Excel, SPSS, R, SAS, etc).
- High computer literacy, particularly with Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Point, survey and statistical software.
- Result-oriented person and ability to take responsibility in meeting deadlines and making progress without constant direct supervision

What we offer
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