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Organisation : Per Capita

Location : Melbourne

Work type : Part-time

Sector : Homelessness & Affordable Housing

Salary type : Annual Package

Salary : $110,000 - $120,000 pro rata

Application closing date : 5 Aug, 2024

About the organisation

Organisation Name : Per Capita

About the Centre for Equitable Housing at Per Capita

The Centre for Equitable Housing (CEH) is a research centre within Per Capita, aimed at providing research, policy advice and public engagement on housing affordability-related issues. CEH works toward a future where all Australians can be sure of a secure, safe, comfortable and affordable home, regardless of their personal circumstances.

Working with Per Capita 

Per Capita is an independent progressive think tank, dedicated to fighting inequality in Australia. We work to build a new vision for Australia based on fairness, shared prosperity, community and social justice. As one of Australia’s leading independent think tanks, we work with diverse stakeholders to solve complex challenges, drive positive change, and address inequality in Australia. We are a leader in the provision of advice to NFP organisations, social impact enterprises and peak associations. 

Per Capita’s head office is in Melbourne, but we work in a hybrid manner between home and office. We are a small team that works cooperatively and flexibly. We offer a competitive salary, additional paid leave between Christmas and New Year, and support for professional development and training.

About the role

Director, Centre for Equitable Housing: 0.6FTE, flexible working conditions, Melbourne.

Per Capita is seeking a new Director for the Centre for Equitable Housing (CEH), based in Melbourne.

This important role will lead the next phase of a dedicated research and policy centre within Per Capita, focussed on developing policy to fix Australia’s broken housing system and create a future in which everyone has a secure, safe, comfortable and affordable home.

This is a unique opportunity to advance your career as a housing policy specialist within a high impact organisation.  

About the role

  • Work closely with Per Capita’s Executive Director to devise and deliver sound economic and social policy solutions for all levels of government to support a more equitable housing system.
  • Work with leading experts, researchers and housing advocates across the nation to drive change. 
  • Connect with thought leaders and to respond to some of Australia’s most complex challenges.
  • Manage a small team and work with the ED to grow CEH’s reach and impact.
  • Be part of a diverse and multi-skilled team that fosters a caring and inclusive culture, with great work-life benefits.

We are seeking an individual with a sound understanding of current issues in the housing system and a demonstrated background in applied policy research and development. The following attributes, skills and experiences would make you an excellent candidate. 

About you

  • 10 years’ experience in economic and/or social policy analysis within the public sector, university, government or consulting, with at least 2 years working directly in housing-related fields;
  • At least 2 years’ experience managing staff or in a 2IC role;
  • Strong analytical and numerical capabilities (Desirable: knowledge of STATA, SPSS, or EViews);
  • Excellent communications skills, with demonstrated writing skills, and a willingness to develop media presentation and public speaking skills;
  • The ability to work with complex stakeholder groups and perform under pressure in a sometimes politically sensitive and public-facing environment;
  • A tertiary qualification in a field related to housing or social policy. Desirable – post-graduate qualifications in Public Policy, Economics, Sociology or a related discipline.

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