Research and Policy Officer

• Research & Analysis
• Policy Development
• Project Management

The Role

Reporting to ACOLA’s Director, Policy & Projects, you will be an experienced researcher & project manager. Engaging all levels of stakeholder, you will ensure success of ACOLA’s diverse & multiple projects.

• Undertake research & analysis across ACOLA’s priority areas
• Assist with the management of research projects, including organising events and workshops, writing reports and coordinating review processes
• Engage with key stakeholders to facilitate identification of key issues and adoption of key policy statements
• Assist and coordinate the development of policy statements and submissions in identified areas of strategic focus
• Interact with government and other key stakeholders
• Provide technical and administrative support to ACOLA’s working groups

Your Expertise

• Post-graduate degree with some research experience
• Experience in project management and project administration
• Experience in undertaking research, analysis and report writing
• Experience interacting with people at all levels of seniority
• Experience and interest in policy analysis preferred
• Some experience managing workshops and medium-scale events is desirable
• Experience with communications, web content and social media management is desirable

The Offer

Working with a small & dedicated team this role is based in Melbourne  & close to public transport. Some planned interstate travel is required. Initial contract is for one year, with review to ongoing yearly continuation.