Research Fund Director

We are looking for an ambitious, innovative, strategic thinker to join our team. You will be responsible for developing, refining and managing the national research strategy including the Suicide Prevention Research Fund, the Best Practice Hub and other components of the SPA Quality Improvement Program. This will involve building key relationships with researchers, service delivery, business and governments to help drive outcomes in suicide prevention leadership and research, with both a strategic and hands-on emphasis. It is an exciting time to join Suicide Prevention Australia in this role as you will be contributing to success of a game changing initiative in the form of the recently announced first ever national suicide prevention research fund managed by SPA.

Applications will be considered as they are received and the role will be closed when the position has been filled.

Selection Criteria
• Depth of knowledge in suicide prevention and/or public health
• Demonstrated record in policy & program development
• Experience in, and knowledge of, research planning and its processes
• Experience in developing and maintaining relationships and partnerships
• Experience and/or knowledge of fundraising
• Budgeting skills and experience in financial reporting

People with a lived experience of suicide or suicidal behavior, disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons, people who identify as LGBTIQ and people from other diverse backgrounds and priority populations are encouraged to apply.