About the organisation

The Coalition of Peaks is a representative body of more than 80 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community controlled peak organisations and members who have come together to Close the Gap, in partnership with Australian governments.

We share a belief that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people should have a meaningful say on policies and programs related to Closing the Gap through formal partnerships with Australian governments at all levels.

The CoP Secretariat Team supports the work of the Coalition of Peaks, providing high level and comprehensive policy and strategic advice to Peaks Members, to support the implementation and monitoring of actions in the National Agreement on Closing the Gap.

About the Role

The Assistant Director, Data applies their data policy advice, research and analysis skills to lead projects relevant to the implementation of the National Agreement on Closing the Gap.

The Assistant Director, Data leads a small team and works in close collaboration with members of the Policy and Strategy Team, and the Secretariat more broadly. They will use their ability to interpret and communicate data to formulate policy positions, lead, write and edit policy and discussion papers, briefs and submissions to government relevant to the National Agreement on Closing the Gap. The Assistant Director will develop advice, resources and guidance to strengthen data policy and analysis capacity across Peaks members.

The expectations of the role are similar to those of an Executive Level 1 in the Australian Public Service. The position is Canberra based and will be offered as a full-time, ongoing role. A small relocation allowance, up to $2,000 may be considered for a successful non-Canberra based candidate who is prepared to relocate.

About You

You will bring a solid foundation in data analysis, research, and policy development. You can collate, analyse and interpret data from various sources to inform and prepare research papers, reports, talking points and briefs. You effectively influence decision-making through the provision of evidence-based, strategic data policy advice. You work well in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and have the ability to adjust as priorities change.

You are a collaborative leader and team player, who shares their data knowledge and expertise with others to build those capabilities across the team. You will bring experience in stakeholder engagement with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leaders, organisations and communities, and with government officials of all levels. You are able to communicate data insights effectively with a variety of audiences.

next steps

Please click Apply Now to submit your application.

We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates.

A position description is attached.

Enquiries

If you would like to know more about the role, please contact the Recruitment Team via email at [email protected], using the subject line: Assistant Director - Data Policy enquiry via EthicalJobs.

For general information about the Coalition of Peaks visit our website.

What’s on offer

Generous not-for-profit Salary Packaging benefits (up to $18,550)

Job satisfaction including excellent opportunities to grow one’s skills

15% Superannuation