The Mental Health and Research team is responsible for the delivery of evidence-based innovative programs and initiatives that influence how Comcare meets its strategic intent to promote and enable safe and healthy work, including mentally healthy workplaces. The team, comprising both Mental Health and Research functions, engages collaboratively across the business and with external stakeholders to conduct and translate research to deliver positive impact for the Scheme. Overview of the Role The APS 6 Senior Research and Evaluation Officer is responsible for supporting the uplift in evaluation capability of Comcare. The role involves providing support to the management, design and delivery for a portfolio of research and evaluation initiatives, to meet stakeholder needs using an appropriate range of research and evaluation methodologies. The Officer will develop a draft evaluation framework and supporting tools to uplift evaluation capability across the team and organisation, design a process and methodology to collect regular client feedback and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, to ensure research and evaluation activities align with organisational objectives. Desirable Qualifications and Experience Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field such as health, social sciences, statistics, or public policy. Experience in designing and delivering research and evaluation initiatives in a government or public sector context. Eligibility and Specific Conditions of Employment Character clearance (police records check). Health clearance. Six months probationary period for new engagements. Specific Conditions: Some intra and interstate travel is required including overnight absences. How to apply Please review the Job Information Pack below and provide a statement of claims with your responses outlining what you could bring to this position including your skills, experience and knowledge relevant to the job specific capabilities and role (maximum 2 pages). #J-18808-Ljbffr