• Make a difference to young people by joining an innovative and well recognised national not-for-profit
• 12 months part time 0.8 FTE Parental leave replacement
• Be part of a multi-disciplinary team

What is headspace National

headspace is the leading youth mental health organisation in Australia. Recognised nationally, headspace helps thousands of young people, and their family and friends, access vital support through our headspace services in over 154 communities across Australia. To learn more about headspace and the services we offer, visit headspace.org.au.

What is Strategy, Impact and Policy?

The Strategy, Impact and Policy Division at headspace is responsible for headspace National's strategy, policy and evaluation and monitoring functions. As a core part of the Division, the Evaluation and Monitoring Team are responsible for ensuring all headspace services are rigorously monitored and evaluated so that we can systematically track, assess and demonstrate the effectiveness of our services, and support learning and strategic decision making for continuous service improvement and organisational impact.

About the role

The Data Insights and Governance Lead works closely with staff across the organisation and key responsibilities include:

• Managing, supporting, or advising on the development, maintenance and evolution of the data collected across headspace programs.
• Leading the development of data definitions and business rules to ensure quality and consistency in data collection and reporting.
• Developing data governance protocols and supporting the use of consistent processes across all headspace programs.
• Leading the development of data insights and reports, presentations, and advice for key internal and external stakeholders.

Who we're looking for

headspace is seeking someone with;

• Experience developing data governance protocols and processes that support the accurate use of data.
• Expertise and understanding of best practice in the development of data definitions and business rules to ensure quality and consistency in data collection and reporting.
• High level expertise and experience in the development and implementation of data insights and monitoring processes within a health, mental health or community care setting.
• High level project management skills, with experience in managing projects to agreed timeframes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience developing analytical reports and the ability to liaise with and present information to diverse audiences.
• Exceptional interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to work with a broad range of people from a variety of backgrounds and experiences.
• High-level qualitative and quantitative research design and data analysis skills.
• Ability to work in a highly productive environment with time pressures whilst managing multiple tasks.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a productive team member

What's on offer

• A workplace where people are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work
• Excellent salary packaging up to the maximum amount ($15,900) - For more information on salary packaging, please refer to: https://www.smartsalary.com.au/.
• Salary range of $105,000 to $115,000.00 pro rata, dependant on years of experience and qualifications.
• Hybrid work environment where you can work from home and in the Melbourne office.
• Professional development opportunities.
• First-rate CBD location with great on-site facilities.
• A focus on wellbeing.
• A commitment to diversity.

How to apply

• Click on 'Apply Now' to view the position description, and to complete your application.
• Your application must include a resume and cover letter telling us why you are the best candidate for the role considering the Key Responsibilities found in the position description
• For more information contact: Nic Telford, Head of Evaluation and Monitoring, [email protected] using the subject line: Data Insights and Governance Lead enquiry via EthicalJobs

To be eligible for this position you must

• Have the right to live and work in Australia
• Have a current Working with Children Check (WWCC) or equivalent, and/or pass all of the WWCC(s) required for this role (please note that for some roles, headspace requires WWCCs for other State/Territories in addition to your Home State)
• Satisfactorily undergo a headspace Police Check

headspace is committed to being a child safe and child friendly organisation that recognises, respects and promotes the rights of children, young and vulnerable people.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for this role and all current vacancies.