Job Description
Aboriginal Health and Medical Research Council – Sydney CBD NSW
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About the Aboriginal Health and Medical Research Council of NSW (AH&MRC;)
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The Aboriginal Health & Medical Research Council of NSW (AH&MRC;) is the peak body for Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services across Current South Wales. We work alongside our Members to strengthen Aboriginal community-controlled healthcare and improve the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities.
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Our work spans advocacy, policy, workforce development, health promotion, research, training and organisational support. We bring the experience and priorities of our Members into state and national decision-making, advocate for better health systems and investment, and help build the capability and sustainability of the Aboriginal community-controlled health sector.
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Join our team of dynamic and innovative people who value and proudly play a meaningful role in supporting the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people and communities across NSW.
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About the Role
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Lead research, evaluation and evidence that helps shape better health outcomes for Aboriginal communities across NSW. As the Research and Evidence Manager, you'll lead the AH&MRC;'s research agenda, evaluation, data governance and evidence generation, ensuring research is Aboriginal-led, culturally informed and aligned with community priorities.
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You'll build research partnerships, identify funding opportunities and lead high-quality research and evaluation projects, while strengthening the capability of staff and Member Services to use data and evidence to improve programs and services.
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This is an opportunity to influence policy, strengthen practice and drive meaningful, evidence-based change across the Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Sector.
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Responsibilities
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Research Leadership & Strategy
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Lead and implementAH&MRC;'sResearch Agenda
andidentifyemerging




Aboriginal health priorities.
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Ensure research aligns with community and organisational priorities, promoting Aboriginal-led research and Indigenous Data Sovereignty.
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Stakeholder Engagement & Team Collaboration
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Build strong relationshipsand
collaborationwithteams,communities,
Member Services,
researchpartnersand
government stakeholders.
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RepresentAH&MRCat; relevant workshops,
events,committeesand
advisory groups.
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Fosteran inclusive, culturally respectful, and supportive working environment.
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Research Grants & Funding
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Identifyfunding opportunities and lead competitive grant applications.
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Develop and manage research
partnerships,agreementsand
reporting requirements.
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Act as Chief Investigator or Principal Investigator whereappropriate.
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Evaluation & Evidence Generation
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Oversee the Monitoring and Evaluation Framework and evaluation of key initiatives.
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Lead research, evidence reviews and data analysis to inform policy,programsand services.
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Translate findings into continuous improvement andevidence-based practice.
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Research Governance & Ethics
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Oversee research
governance,ethicsand
Data Governance Frameworks.
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Ensure research meets ethical,legaland organisational requirements.
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Uphold Aboriginal community ownership and control of data.
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Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement
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Lead and support the Research and Evaluation Teamand represent the organisation on relevant advisory groups and committees.
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Build
andmaintainpartnerships




with universities, research institutes,
governmentagenciesand
Member Services.
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Foster a collaborative, inclusive and culturally respectful team environment.
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Advocate for the Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Sector and support research publication and knowledge translation.
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Essential Criteria
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Qualifications & Experience:
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Postgraduate qualifications (Mastersor PhD) in Public Health, Epidemiology, Research, Social Sciences, HealthSciencesor a related discipline.
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Demonstrated researchtrack recordincluding publications,
grantapplicationsand
project leadership.
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Experience acting as Chief Investigator,
PrincipalInvestigatoror
equivalent research leadership role.
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Significant experienceleading research and evaluation projects.
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Experience managing research governance and ethics processes.
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Ability to work independently and manage complex priorities.
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Ability to hold a National Police Check and current Working with Children Check.
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Skills & Knowledge:
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Advanced knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, with strong analytical and evaluation skills.
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Strong grant writing, researchfundingand project management experience.
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Extensive understanding of Aboriginal health research, Aboriginal-ledresearchand Indigenous Data Sovereignty.
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High-level written, presentation,
stakeholderengagementand
partnership-building skills, with the ability to influence diverse audiences.
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Strategic and organised leader committed to evidence-based practice and meaningful outcomes for Aboriginal communities.
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Join Us!
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Be part of a transformative initiative that prioritises the health and well-being of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities through innovative research andevidence-based initiatives.
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We look forward to your application!

📌 Research And Evidence Manager (New South Wales)
🏢 Aboriginal Health and Medical Research Council
📍 New South Wales