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Research Analyst
The Research Analyst will analyse major issues and trends pertaining to the arts in Australia and develop recommendations based on extensive and targeted research and evaluation.
What you will be doing
The Research Analyst will contribute to the setting of the Australia Council’s strategic priorities through a focused research program, including data collection, statistical analysis and issues/sector analysis, particularly in relation to digital media. You will provide research and analysis in response to Council and/or government requests for information on significant artform, cross-artform and cross-sector issues, and in support of new policy proposals.
You will be responsible for managing key research and evaluation projects, including externally generated and/or commissioned research and analysis projects.
You will be required to develop and maintain productive relationships with key government and arts sector research stakeholders. You will also need to maintain an overview on, and monitor the progress of key research and analysis projects being undertaken within the Australia Council, and participate as an effective member of relevant cross-organisational and cross-functional research and evaluation teams.
What you can expect
A commencement salary of $A69,168 per annum (plus superannuation).
Selection criteria
• Research and analysis Skills
- Applies diverse research methodologies to monitor and collect research data to assess accuracy, validity, and integrity
- Undertakes complex analysis and traces performance implications through complex data, or in dealing with complex situations; applies analytical tools or techniques to analyse a range of data
• Technical / professional knowledge
- Develops technical solutions to new or complex problems
- Provides advice or solutions in his/her technical area; is sought out as an expert
- Demonstrates a detailed background knowledge and network in the relevant area
- Demonstrates a broad interest in and knowledge of arts and culture, including knowledge and understanding of current issues.
• Communication / negotiation skills
- Presents complex issues clearly, credibly and effectively
- Develops complex briefing documents, reports and communications
• Project / work management
- Measures and evaluates work processes, services and products to achieve organisational goals; redesigns processes as needed using best methods and technology to meet or exceed business needs; uses appropriate methods to identify opportunities, implement solutions, and measure impact; shares best practice
- Manages large and complex projects
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