Coordinator, Research and Impact

Melbourne, VIC
$79,060 per year
Permanent
Full-time

3 days ago

Help build the evidence base for better health and wellbeing for all Victorians
Dynamic team environment within an inclusive workplace
Bright and modern office in Melbourne CBD, with a hybrid-work model

VicHealth is committed to ensuring our team represents the range of lived experience in the Victorian community. We welcome and value applications from candidates who are of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, with culturally diverse backgrounds, with disability and those from the LGBTQIA+ community.About the role:The Coordinator, Research and Impact has a focus on coordinating and contributing to all aspects of VicHealth's research, impact and evaluation activities.
This exciting full time, ongoing opportunity works as part of the Research and Impact team, that forms part of the Strategy Policy and Impact Group, and has a close working relationship across the broader organisation and with external research partners.Key responsibilities:

Contribute to scoping and designing work in the development of research and evaluation projects and programs
Contribute to the development, preparation, and distribution of research outcomes for a range of stakeholders
Deliver project management tasks including contract/grant-making and project management activities
Maintain an accurate database of VicHealth's research grants, commissioned research and evaluation projects

About you:We're looking for someone who is passionate about design and use of research and evaluation to drive systems change, with process and project delivery skills. If you have well-developed stakeholder management skills and good attention to detail, you will thrive in this collaborative role.Closing Date: Monday 15 September 2025
Unit: Strategy Policy & Impact
Tenure: Full time, ongoing
Classification: VicHealth Grade C
Remuneration: From $79,060 per annum (plus superannuation and other benefits). See our Careers page for some of the benefits of working at VicHealth!Qualifications and experience:

Relevant qualification at Advanced Diploma level or above and/or strong demonstrable experience working as a project/policy/research officer
Experience working within research grants, higher education or public health sector is preferred

Perks and benefits:

Hybrid-work model
Up to $3,000 towards professional development each year
Employee Wellbeing & OHS Committee who deliver events and initiatives
Bring your dog to work day every Thursday and Friday
Employee Assistance Program offering a range of free and confidential services
Fresh fruit, breakfast and coffee machine provided
Monthly birthday celebrations

How to Apply:Applications must include a cover letter and a current resume. The cover letter must include why the applicant feels they are suitable for the position, and also address the Key Selection Criteria from the Position Description.Please refer to the position description attached to view the associated qualifications and experience associated with the position.You may be required to undertake a Police Check, and Working with Children check.For further information about the role, please reach out to Jo Hillas, Lead, People Projects at recruitment@vichealth.vic.gov.auVicHealth acknowledges the support of the Victorian Government

State Government of Victoria

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