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- Job posted on: 6th Oct 2021
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Headquartered in Sydney, Australia, The Fred Hollows Foundation, is a leading international development organisation working towards a world in which no person is needlessly blind or vision impaired.
There are 36 million people in the world who are blind, 4 out of 5 of them do not need to be. For as little as $25 The Fred Hollows Foundation can restore sight and transform a life. We focus on preventable and treatable eye conditions such as refractive error, cataract, trachoma and diabetic retinopathy. Our global programs span 25 countries and involves local training and providing affordable technology so doctors, nurses and health care workers can recognise, diagnose, refer and treat eye problems in their communities. We use research to improve our understanding of avoidable blindness, then use our findings to implement strategies and advocate for change.
The Fred Hollows Foundation has a very clear goal: to prevent blindness and restore sight. As our Founder, the late Professor Fred Hollows said, “I believe that the basic attribute of mankind is to look after each other.” To find out more about our work, please visit our website https://www.hollows.org.
The Research Advisor is accountable for delivery of high-quality research technical support to teams across (and beyond) the Programs Division, and for leading the design of funding submissions for single and/or multi-country research projects aligned to The Foundation’s strategic framework.
The type and level of support will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis, and may include assistance with research design, project planning, project establishment and staffing, project implementation, data analysis, research reporting and knowledge translation
You have experience design research studies, project planning, developing research budgets, and managing research studies. You thrive working both independently and in diverse research teams. You take pride in providing technical advice and support to a broad range of stakeholders with varying levels of research experience. You understand the importance of providing clear and practical support and understand the complexities of undertaking research in low- and middle-income country settings. You may already have established research relationships or connections that will add further value to the research work of The Foundation.
Through our internal programs and employee benefits we aim to create an environment where you will feel supported and empowered. Whether your focus is on continuous learning, professional development or simply finding an environment which enables you to thrive while balancing family or personal commitments, then we have a number of programs in place to support you.
To find out more about our benefits click here
If this opportunity appeals to you and suits your skills, we would love to have a confidential conversation with you. Please reach out to our Talent Acquisition Specialist, on [email protected], using the subject line: Research Advisor - Sydney / Melbourne enquiry via EthicalJobs, kind note that CV’s will not be considered through this email address.
The Fred Hollows Foundation is committed to protecting the rights of children in all areas where we work. Applicants are advised that The Foundation reserves the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure we maintain and promote a child safe environment.
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