• $91,393 - $108,147 + super + NFP benefits
• Lead the evaluation of our world-leading SunSmart program
• Contribute to strategic planning within Cancer Council’s Centre for Behavioural Research in Cancer
• Hybrid working environment combining working from home and in brand new CBD office located on Victoria Parade, East Melbourne

About your environment

Since our establishment in 1936, Cancer Council Victoria has developed an international reputation for our innovative work in cancer research, prevention and support. As an independent, not-for-profit organisation, we play a leading role in reducing the impact of all cancers on all people.

Within the Behavioural Science Division, the Centre for Behavioural Research in Cancer (CBRC) leads applied behavioural research in tobacco control, skin cancer prevention, diet and healthy weight, alcohol harm prevention and cancer screening. CBRC also leads the evaluation of priority cancer prevention and screening programs and services housed within Cancer Council Victoria, including high profile public communication programs such as Quit, SunSmart and LiveLighter.  Our research and programs contribute to Cancer Council Victoria’s designation as a World Health Organization Collaborating Centre for Ultraviolet Radiation.

About your opportunity

We are seeking an experienced research and evaluation manager (0.8 FTE) to join CBRC. Reporting to the Senior Research Fellow, you will collaborate closely with our Prevention Division to:

• Lead and manage the evaluation framework for the SunSmart program.
• Conceive, design and implement evaluation projects in collaboration with program staff, ensuring that evaluation components are built into and integrated with program and campaign planning.
• Provide research and evaluation advice to the Head of SunSmart and contribute to strategic planning.
• Commission data collection and analyse, interpret, write up and present results.

All about you

We are looking for someone with:

• Master’s degree in behavioural science, public health or related discipline and substantial experience in an evaluation, research or population monitoring related environment.
• Experience in supervising staff, managing and monitoring budgets.
• Ability to conceive and formulate high quality evaluation and research studies, design survey instruments and conduct quantitative evaluation research.
• Experience in the conduct and interpretation of complex statistical analyses using SPSS or similar package.
• Ability to draw conclusions from data to inform ongoing program development.

What we can offer you

• Base salary of $91,393 to $108,147 p.a. (dependant on experience, pro rata for part time) plus 11% superannuation
• Salary packaging benefits of $15,900 plus meals/entertainment $2,650 p.a. https://www.accesspay.com.au/employee/what-is-salary-packaging/
• Novated car leasing
• Salary sacrifice
• 17.5% leave loading
• Flexible working arrangements including working from home options to support excellent work-life balance
• Cultural leave of up to 5 days paid
• 12 weeks paid parental leave and up to 12 months unpaid leave
• A comprehensive employee assistance program
• A range of wellness initiatives such as flu vaccination, mental and general well-being support, and discounted health insurance
• A range of personal and professional development initiatives such as study support, in-house, external, and on-line learning options as well as the opportunity to apply for scholarships
• The opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of those affected by cancer

To apply and for more info

To apply for this opportunity, visit http://www.cancervic.org.au/about/careers/job-opportunities to download a Position Description and upload your Resume and Cover Letter. Ensure that your cover letter addresses the Key Selection Criteria detailed within the Position Description. For more information contact Dr Clover Maitland at cbrc@cancervic.org.au  

Cancer Council will only make contact with applicants that are shortlisted for interview. We are also unable to respond to recruitment agency enquiries.

All offers of employment will be made subject to satisfactory completion of employment checks including evidence of right to work in Australia, a National Police Check and a Working with Children Check (as required). 

Applications close 3 September 2023

Cancer Council Victoria is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cancer Council Victoria is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, all applicants will be considered for employment inclusive of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability status. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.