• JOB-151601
• Part time 0.6 FTE for 12 months
• Work with a dedicated and supportive team in a collaborative culture
• Part time with hybrid working arrangements
• Generous NFP salary packaging benefits

Are you passionate about data analysis as an evidence base for demonstrating progress and impact? We’re seeking a motivated, self-professed data evaluation guru to take up the newly created position of Data & Metrics Officer, available 3 days per week (or shorter hours over 4 days) for the next 12 months, based centrally in Parkville, Melbourne & partially working from home.

About the Opportunity

As the Data & Metrics Officer, you will collect, collate and analyse a wide range of qualitative and quantitative data from VCCC Alliance programs. The aim will be to demonstrate progress, achievements and benefit impacts on the cancer sector and for cancer patients in Victoria and beyond, based on the work of the VCCC Alliance and our contributing members and partners.

In this role, you will work closely with and support program managers, coordinators and senior managers across the business to provide your expert assistance to ensure quality metrics are coordinated and available to meet reporting timelines. You will also assist in continuous improvement to streamline evaluation reporting methods to ensure efficiency and assist in writing, preparing and presenting reports, particularly those required by funding agencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide metrics and timely data and analysis for use in key reports
• Plan and communicate timelines for required reporting milestones
• Contribute to the writing of evaluation and other reports, providing relevant data and analytical insights.
• Liaise and correspond with internal and external stakeholders to obtain data to include in required reports, compiling updated metrics for each reporting period
• Coordinate the efficient compilation of evidence to support the evaluation of projects in the Strategic Program Plan and broader impact reporting
• Assist in the compilation of dashboard metrics and organisational scorecard measures
• Contribute to the development of new methods and processes and manage change to embed improvements in data collection, management and evaluation.

About you

As a supportive team player who enjoys working with a wide range of stakeholders, you will have:

• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in the collection, collation and analysis of qualitative and quantitative data.
• Demonstrated experience in coordinating multi-faceted evaluation processes, preferably in the health sector.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to support and advise key stakeholders with diplomacy.
• Excellent skills in data interpretation and professional report writing, particularly for the acquittal of funded programs of work.
• Ability to plan, organise, and achieve work targets while meeting necessary timelines.
• Skill in using the MSOffice suite of software and in a project management platform such as Asana or similar - experience using SAS and Power BI also an advantage.
• A relevant tertiary qualification or progress towards a degree in a relevant discipline such as evaluation, public health, social science, management or related field, or significant relevant experience.

About VCCC Alliance

Despite having some of the best cancer outcomes in the world, cancer remains one of the leading causes of death and disease burden in Victoria. The VCCC Alliance is a joint venture of academic, research and clinical member institutions working together to change that.

We do this in alliance with our 10 joint venture members who, to name a few, include Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, The Royal Melbourne Hospital, WEHI, The Royal Children’s Hospital and Western Health – for more detailed information: https://vcccalliance.org.au/about-us/what-is-the-vccc-alliance/alliance-members/

Through the VCCC alliance we are collaborating and working to improve systems and educational offerings in cancer research and prevention, to accelerate the translation of scientific evidence into better outcomes for all people affected by cancer across Victoria.

What’s On Offer

VCCC Alliance offers a competitive salary package and a flexible work environment that fosters professional growth and development, including:

• Flexible work arrangements, hybrid in-office and working from home model with laptop and ergonomic reimbursements provided for your home set up;
• Family-friendly workplace with flexible hours available;
• 15 days personal / carer’s leave;
• Solid market salary boosted by NFP salary packaging and tax-free meals/accommodation card;
• Supportive small-team environment with clear vision and inspiring strategic direction.

VCCC Alliance Values

• United: we connect and support to empower sustainable change
• Respectful: we are respectful of each other and the cancer community and accountable for our contribution
• Bold: we cultivate ideas and dare to innovate
• Patient-Centred: we place patients with cancer at the centre of all we do
• For All: we champion equity of cancer care for every Victorian

Equity & Inclusion

The VCCC Alliance values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive work environment, free from all forms of unlawful discrimination, harassment, bullying, vilification and victimisation. We welcome people of all backgrounds and identities to apply to this position.

Contact for Enquiries

For further information regarding the role, please contact Genevieve Johnston, Senior Manager, Systems and Reporting: [email protected] using the subject line: Data & Metrics Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Secondment

With the ongoing objective of enhancing relationships with our alliance partners, this position may be able to be arranged as a secondment within a VCCC alliance member organisation. Employees within the VCCC alliance are encouraged to contact Christine Morton, Head of People and Culture via [email protected] to explore the possibility of a suitable arrangement.

How To Apply

For a copy of the position description, please go to our website: https://vcccalliance.org.au/opportunities

Applicants must be an Australian citizen or have permanent residency to be considered. As VCCC Alliance is located within a cancer hospital, triple COVID-19 vaccination is required prior to commencement, unless exempt.

To be considered for this role please click "Apply Now" and send your CV and a covering letter addressing the key selection criteria set out in the Position Description.

This ad may be closed earlier if suitable applications are received prior to this date.