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- Sydney based role with a great office located in Glebe (with a flexible and hybrid approach to work)
- Full time position, however, open to discussing part time hours with the right candidate
About us
The Sax Institute is an independent, not-for-profit organisation that improves health and wellbeing by driving better use of evidence in policies, programs and services.
We have an international reputation as an Evidence Specialist, and over 20 years’ experience in translating research findings into policy drawing on our own expertise as well as that of our more than 60 member organisations. We work with governments, health organisations, research organisations and a network of experts nationwide to analyse policy problems and find the best evidence-based solutions.
Our office is based in Glebe, however, we offer great flexible and remote working arrangements. This sees us coming together in the office to connect and collaborate each week with flexibility to choose where we work outside of this. Our staff employee engagement survey showed our staff are proud to work here at the Institute and would recommend it as a great place to work – so read on and see how you can join the team!
About the role
Our Evaluate and Evidence Support team support decision makers to understand their evidence needs and to connect them with the internal and external expertise, services and capabilities that will help them demonstrate, understand, and communicate their impact.
As a senior member of the team, this newly created position is based in Sydney and will be responsible for the day to day operations of the Institute’s evaluation services. It will provide leadership and operational support to ensure that projects are managed effectively and will work closely with decision makers to design and conduct evaluations of new or established policies, programs or strategies. This will include conducting implementation, outcome or economic evaluations and translating the evidence generated by the evaluation activities into actionable insights.
This role will suit someone with great leadership and people skills, who thrives on designing and managing complex evaluations and who is looking to collaborate with others to have a real impact in the public health and social services space.
Although no two days will be the same, your responsibilities will include:
- Leading the delivery of a broad range of high quality evaluations
- Supervising and supporting the Evaluation delivery team
- Contributing to the strategic planning for the Evaluation portfolio
- Creating systems and processes to ensure high quality service delivery and client satisfaction
About you & next steps
We are looking for a passionate, dynamic and dedicated Evaluation expert who has the following experience and current skill set:
- A PhD in public health the behavioural or social sciences or other relevant discipline, or equivalent work experience.
- Experience in the health or social research or policy environments, with a sound understanding of the health or social services sectors.
- Demonstrated high-level experience of designing and managing complex evaluations and communicating complex information to diverse stakeholders.
- Excellent quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, and a deep understanding of study designs and methods suitable for health or social services research and evaluation.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, verbal and written communication skills and proven ability to work effectively with a diverse range of people including senior researchers, clinicians and senior government officials.
- Extensive project management experience, including delivering projects on time and on budget.
- Excellent leadership skills, and substantial experience in staff management and professional development.
- A passion for, understanding of and commitment to the work of the Sax Institute.
If this sounds like the role you have been dreaming of next, please click here to read more about this great opportunity.
To apply please send your CV and a cover letter addressing the Selection Criteria to jobs@saxinstitute.org.au with the subject heading: Deputy Director – Evaluation. Applications close Thursday, 4 April 2024.
Please contact Alice Knight at alice.knight@saxinstitute.org.au if you have further questions about the role.
The Sax Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- The Sax Institute is inviting experienced simulation modellers to be on a shortlist of candidates for casual employment and consultant contracts
- Make a positive impact on the health and wellbeing of Australians
- Competitive salary and consultancy rates
About the Sax Institute
The Sax Institute is an independent, not-for-profit organisation that improves health and wellbeing by driving better use of evidence in policies, programs and services.
The Institute has an international reputation as an Evidence Specialist, and nearly 20 years’ experience in translating research findings into policy drawing on our own expertise as well as that of our more than 50 member organisations. We work with governments, health organisations, research organisations and a network of experts nationwide to analyse policy problems and find the best evidence-based solutions.
The Sax Institute’s Decision Analytics team uses simulation modelling and other analytical methods to develop adaptable decision support tools. These tools are developed in partnership with government departments, policy agencies and program planners in health and social sectors, providing them with a low-risk virtual environment to test potential impacts of different decisions before they are implemented in the real world.
About the role
This role will provide a unique opportunity to build simulation models to solve real-world problems and have a positive impact on the health and wellbeing of Australians. Examples include strategic investments to reduce suicide deaths, planning and resource allocation optimisation to improve the efficiency and outcomes of hospital systems, managing and planning for infectious disease pandemic such as COVID-19, and studying the dynamic relationships between human activities and the physical and social environment.
They will have a primary responsibility in the technical development of high-standard dynamic simulation models, as part of a collaborative and supportive team with diverse expertise in public health policy and planning, participatory and consensus building approaches, and evidence synthesis. They are likely to be involved in participatory model-building workshops with policy makers, researchers, clinicians, and people with lived experience. The role may also include contributing to model documentation and dissemination of findings, and driving methodological innovations.
About the talent pool
The talent pool will be comprised of a small number of experienced simulation modellers. Applicants will first be assessed by their CVs and cover letters. Those considered eligible will be contacted within 10 business days to arrange a brief interview. When an opportunity emerges we will contact the person in the talent pool with the most relevant experience to determine their current availability. The terms and conditions of the work will be agreed for each project.
About you – Selection Criteria
Essential
- PhD qualification or equivalent professional experience in one or more dynamic simulation modelling methods, i.e. system dynamics, discrete event, or agent-based modelling
- A demonstrated track record of developing dynamic simulation models for research or real world applications
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team and balance inputs from diverse stakeholders
- Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem solving skills
- A healthy drive for excellence
- Strong time management skills to deliver models in short time frames
Preferred
- Experience with Stella Architect or AnyLogic software
- Knowledge of public health and policy, social and environmental determinants of health, and government policy decision-making
- Experience in participatory modelling and co-design process
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team and balance inputs from diverse stakeholders
- Ability to communicate technical details to lay audience
- Proficient in statistical software applications (e.g., SPSS, Stata, SAS, R)
- Commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of Australians
Further details
To apply please send your CV to decision.analytics@saxinstitute.org.au with the subject heading: Simulation modeller. A cover letter addressing the Selection Criteria is strongly encouraged.
Please contact Christine Whittall on christine.whittall@saxinstitute.org.au if you have further questions about the role.
Applications close: ongoing
The Sax Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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