• Research (public policy)
• Ongoing, full time
• Salary range $115 - $175,000 (inc. super)
• Looking to solve some of Australia’s most pressing policy issues? Join a think tank that is making a difference.

Join a think tank that is making a difference

Grattan Institute is a think tank founded in 2008 to provide independent, rigorous, and practical solutions to some of Australia's most pressing policy problems. We are shaping the policy debate on many of the important challenges and opportunities facing Australia.

Grattan’s unique culture provides an opportunity to add significant value. You will be working with a small, curious, driven, and supportive team motivated to make a difference.

Working with our HEALTH Program Team

Based in Melbourne and reporting to Health Program Director, Peter Breadon, this role is an exciting opportunity to help solve important policy challenges facing Australia’s health system.

What this role will offer you

Grattan Institute is seeking a Senior Associate for the Health Program.

This is an ideal position for a passionate and motivated individual looking to influence public policy in Australia. This role offers a platform to influence the public debate on Australia’s health system.

You will be joining a great group of people who are intellectually curious, love their work, and are passionate about what they do. We foster a work culture where people are valued and appreciated. We enjoy each other’s company and come together often for our weekly shared lunch, staff book club, and table tennis tournaments.

This is a permanent, ongoing position, based in Melbourne. As part of our commitment to flexible working, we will consider a range of options for the successful applicant to fill the role. All options can be discussed at the interview stage.

The remuneration will depend on the skills and experience of the successful candidate. In addition, we offer employee benefits including salary packaging, a book club, bike storage, fruit, and a well-stocked kitchen.

What we are looking for

• A minimum of five years of work experience in the public sector, industry, academia, and/or consulting
• Experience working in policy development or analysis
• Experience working on health policy for at least one year
• Someone with excellent communication, analytical and research capabilities, and who thrives on complexity
• Strong people and project management skills
• Ability to write and present information well for a broad audience
• Ability to speak confidently and reliably with stakeholders and the media and quickly develop a public profile.

Further Details:

Please carefully read the advertisement. The “What we are looking for” section outlines the qualifications, skills and experience required for this role. We also have an FAQs section on our careers page which might be helpful for common queries: grattan.edu.au/careers.

If you have a query that isn’t addressed in this advertisement or on the careers page, you can email the HR Team at [email protected] using the subject line: Senior Associate, (Health Program) Enquiry via Ethical Jobs. Allow at least 2 days for a response.

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