Carers Victoria 

Carers Victoria is a leading not-for-profit organisation, working to make sure that the almost one million unpaid carers across the state are understood, recognised and supported. We do this by providing information, advice and respite services to carers; by hosting education sessions and events to support them in their role; by gathering and analysing data and producing reports about carers and what they need; and by raising broad awareness of carers across the whole community. We are in a significant period of change, looking at how we can reach and support even more carers through innovative models, systems and thinking.

The Position

The core responsibilities of this role include:

• Supporting the establishment and operation of a targeted program of evaluation across the organisation, to develop a deeper understanding of carer needs and impact.
• Supporting the collection and storage of both qualitative and quantitative data, conduct analysis of this data and develop succinct summaries of key findings.
• Contributing to making the online Carers Victoria Knowledge Centre a current, comprehensive and engaging source of information about carers for a diverse range of audiences.
• Providing secretariat support to a cross organisation advisory group to both inform the program of works and build cross-organisational buy-in.

The Person 

This exciting opportunity will suit a person with strong skills and experience in social policy evaluation, data analysis and insights who is looking for a role that makes a difference.

To be successful in this role, you would have:

• Great teamwork skills and demonstrated initiative and adaptability
• A tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline, components related to working with, and analysis of, data and other intel or demonstrated experience in a similar role.
• Experience in accessing and analysing published literature and/or publicly available datasets to generate strategic insights that directly informed organisational policy, advocacy and/or public awareness raising
• Demonstrated experience in documenting findings of analysis into succinct, engaging written reports and presentations for different audiences.

The Offer

• Join a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to improving outcomes for carers in our community
• Part time 0.6 FTE ongoing role
• $102,200 gross pro rata + super + not-for-profit salary packaging available
• Conveniently located office in Melbourne CBD, with excellent hybrid working arrangements

Want to apply?

If you have the skills and motivation to join our team, please submit your application via the ‘apply’ button.  Please ensure you include a cover letter explaining why you think you are the best fit for Carers Victoria and this role.

Please note that we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis as they are received. As a result, the job advertisement may close once the position is filled. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications promptly to ensure consideration

A copy of the position description can be accessed via the Carers Victoria website: www.carersvictoria.org.au > About us > Working with us.

Shortlisted applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including but not limited to a national police check, Working with Children Check, and reference checks.

Further Information 

If you would like more information about this role, please email recruitment@carersvictoria.org.au using the subject line: Job Enquiry - Carer Insights & Evaluation Advisor

Carers Victoria is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people from culturally diverse backgrounds, linguistically diverse people, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTIQA+ communities, carers, and people with disabilities.

Carers Victoria is committed to maintaining a diverse workforce that reflects the diverse needs of the people we support. We draw pride and strength from our diversity and actively foster an inclusive workplace that celebrates the contribution made by all our people. Carers Victoria is also committed to protecting the best interests and safety of children and vulnerable people.