Research Coordinator

The Person

UPLIT is offering an outstanding individual with significant expertise and knowledge in developing and implementing a research and evaluation framework for UPLIT’s programs. The Research Coordinator provides guidance and coordination of the research and evaluation dimensions of UPLIT’s programs toward the delivery of significant social impact and business development.

Key characteristics:

– Proven expertise in the areas of research and evaluation

– Demonstrated understanding of systems and processes for analysing data and an awareness of current, effective research tools – Strong statistical and data analysis skills

– Track record of delivering results in a highly organised and accessible style

– Demonstrated knowledge and experience of database environments

– Excellent writing, reporting and analytical skills and attention to detail

– Excellent interpersonal skills and with an ability to work collaboratively within a team and provide relevant advice and guidance

– Belief in the agency of literature to transform communities and individuals.

Attributes:

– A Masters degree and/or progress towards a postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline, with extensive relevant evaluation and research experience

– At least five years’ experience in relevant positions involving commissioning and conducting independent research and evaluation using a variety of tools

– Willingness to collaborate with and support the intersecting priorities of a small but highly skilled and dedicated team across all UPLIT activity

Selection Criteria:

1. Previous evaluation or research experience with a demonstrated knowledge in conducting literature reviews, designing and conducting surveys and in analysing qualitative and quantitative data

2. Knowledge of current best practice audience research and evaluation tools and models in the arts and cultural sector or related industry

3. Demonstrated high level interpersonal skills with the ability to deal with a range of people and interests

4. Ability to negotiate effectively and encourage participation of groups or individuals in research development

5. Excellent oral, written communication skills, including report writing skills and the ability to use IT research tools

6. Well-developed project management and organisational skills and a demonstrated ability to prioritise workload, create realistic timelines and meet strict deadlines within a defined period

7. Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team under pressure towards achieving excellence.

Desired: Peer reviewed publications in a relevant discipline.