Research, policy and a culture of evidence based advocacy and decision making are central to reducing drowning and promoting swimming, water safety and lifesaving across Australia.

The impact and effectiveness of Royal Life Saving research, campaigns, policies and programs depends on our ability to create, communicate and partner across a range of research and policy disciplines.

The position of National Manager Research and Policy is responsible the development and implementation of the Royal Life Saving research and policy strategy, which utilises a broad range of research disciplines, processes and partnerships.

You will have well developed skills in translating research into policy and advocacy, enjoy developing and managing a program of research with a range of passionate staff, stakeholders and partners, and be interested in taking the lead in one or many of our key research themes.

You will drive research collaboration across the organisation, including State and Territory Offices, while establishing and maintaining research collaborations with external partners. Relationships with the broader sector, media and government will be vital to success of this role.

Royal Life Saving is supportive of continuous learning and encourages further study. Many of our research staff have combined work with masters and PhD level programs of research. We are open to research partnerships and flexible work arrangements.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from a culturally and linguistically diverse background are encouraged to apply.

A position description can be downloaded from the Royal Life Saving website.

To view Royal Life Saving Research and Reports visit: www.royallifesaving.com.au/facts-and-figures/research-and-reports.

Selection Criteria:

Please address the selection criteria outlining skills, qualifications and relevant experience

• Strategic leadership ability
• Research, analysis and conceptual ability
• Knowledge of public health and policy development environment
• Project management skills
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Depth of understanding/experience in drowning or related sector i.e. injury prevention, public health

A full position description is available below.