THE ROLE

The Senior Evidence and Insights Adviser provides strategic leadership for evaluation, research and policy development across the Aboriginal Initiatives Unit. The role supports the implementation, monitoring and future direction of Dhelk Dja: Safe Our Way and related Aboriginal family violence reforms.

The role leads the design, commissioning and oversight of culturally safe, Aboriginal-led and evidence-informed evaluations, reviews and research. It develops evaluation and learning frameworks, assesses qualitative and quantitative evidence, and translates findings, community priorities and practice knowledge into clear policy advice and practical recommendations.

Working in partnership with Dhelk Dja governance structures, Aboriginal communities and organisations, departmental teams, other government agencies, research bodies and service providers, the role ensures evaluation and research approaches uphold Aboriginal self-determination, Aboriginal data sovereignty, cultural safety and ethical practice.

The role operates with a high degree of autonomy, manages complex and sensitive projects, provides advice and influences senior stakeholders to improve policy, program and system outcomes for Aboriginal people, families and communities.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

• Lead a strategic program of evaluation, research and policy work to support the implementation, monitoring and future direction of Dhelk Dja, associated action plans and Closing the Gap Outcome 13.
• Design, commission and oversee internal and independent evaluations, program reviews and research projects, including the development of scopes, methodologies, governance arrangements, procurement documentation, project plans and quality assurance processes.
• Ensure evaluation and research approaches are culturally safe, Aboriginal-led where appropriate, and uphold Aboriginal self-determination, data sovereignty, community ownership of knowledge and ethical practice.

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HOW TO APPLY

Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria. 
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process. 
Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)

Please apply to submit your interest in this position.