About Act for Kids

Act for Kids is a prominent provider of prevention, professional therapy and support services for children who have suffered abuse and support for families at risk. With over 33 centres nationally, we have supported thousands of children and their families for more than 30 years. Through prevention, treatment, research, education and advocacy, we are committed to helping keep kids safe, heal from trauma and lead happy lives.

Why Join Act for Kids?

The Act for Kids team is a community of shared values. We are a team that is Professional, Ethical, Caring, Courageous, and Collaborative.

• Inclusive Employer 2023-2024 named by Diversity Council Australia.
• Employer of Choice awarded in 2019, categories including Health/Wellbeing; Leadership; + Work-Life Balance.
• Fitness Passport including discounted fitness memberships to a range of facilities for you and your family.
• Above-award leave provisions including additional study, wellbeing, exam, and pet leave.
• Professional Development via our annual development fund as well as ongoing structured support.
• Employee Assistance Program including 24/7 counselling support, and health and wellbeing portals.
• Salary packaging increasing your take home pay with up to $15,900 per year tax free + an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment.

About the Position

We are looking to welcome a Service Evaluation and Grants Coordinator to lead social impact research, the preparation of high-quality funding applications, and evaluation on Act for Kids initiatives.

• Part-time permanent 0.8FTE / 60.8h fn.
• Negotiated Salary + Super + Salary Sacrifice.
• Flexible hybrid working – work between home and our Milton office.

Key Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively to implement the Impact Measurement Framework and Social suite which will be the core data collection tool for outcomes and impact measurement, evaluation, and research.
• Oversee the technical setup, configuration, and ongoing management of impact software.
• Undertake sound analysis of qualitative and quantitative data using tools such as JASP, Excel, Power BI etc and make rational judgements from the available information.
• Write impact and research reports and presentations based on research and evaluation findings.

You can read our full position description here under the relevant vacancy.

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline (e.g., research, psychology).
• Relevant experience in research and evaluation design, program logic models, qualitative and quantitative data analysis, report, and grant writing.
• Demonstrated experience leading and conducting quantitative social research, including a sound understanding of research design, data collection, data analysis, data analytic tools, data interpretation and reporting.
• High level of interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to write quality project reports, grant applications, academic journal and conference papers, and popular articles.

Other Requirements

• Eligibility for a Working with Children Check or professional exemption.
• Current driver’s licence.
• Legally able work in Australia (proof of eligibility will be requested).
• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved medical exemption.

About Applying

• Job applications will be reviewed as soon as submitted. Please click on ‘Apply Now’ to submit an application.
• Please submit your resume and cover letter addressing the key responsibilities of the role.
• We welcome you to share any support or adjustments you need to enable you to participate equitably in our recruitment process. If you have questions or concerns, please speak with the contact person before or during your application. Your information will remain confidential.

For more information or questions about the role, please contact Samantha Melching on 0409 015 415 or [email protected] using the subject line: Service Evaluation and Grants Coordinator - Hybrid enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached.