A Research and Evaluation Manager is sought to lead research and evaluation projects for the Contemporary Music Sector in NSW, requiring significant experience in research, evaluation, and reporting, as well as a strong knowledge of the sector. The role involves designing, executing, and reviewing research projects, identifying and commissioning original research, conducting and enhancing evaluation activities, and providing insights and recommendations on emerging trends. The successful candidate will have a strong background in research and evaluation, and be able to develop processes and materials for stakeholders to enhance the quality of research, evaluation, and reporting efforts. The role is based in Sydney and is a temporary position up to 12 months. The Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport is responsible for growing the creative industries and workforces in NSW, driving strong visitor and night-time economies, and ensuring a responsible hospitality sector. The team aims to strengthen and drive the economic development of the arts and culture, and creative industries sectors and support the activation of our communities. The role requires collaboration with leading research institutions and the development of processes and materials for stakeholders. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing insights and recommendations on emerging trends in the contemporary music sector to guide corporate strategy and future research initiatives. The role also involves establishing and maintaining collaborations with leading research institutions to support relevant research and independent evaluation studies. The Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport is a respectful workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The role is a great opportunity for someone with a strong background in research and evaluation to make a significant impact in the Contemporary Music Sector in NSW. The role will be responsible for developing processes and materials for stakeholders to enhance the quality of research, evaluation, and reporting efforts. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of the contemporary music sector and be able to provide insights and recommendations on emerging trends to guide corporate strategy and future research initiatives. The role also involves conducting and enhancing evaluation activities, reporting findings to inform policy and program development aligned with strategic objectives. The Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport is responsible for growing the creative industries and workforces in NSW, driving strong visitor and night-time economies, and ensuring a responsible hospitality sector. The team aims to strengthen and drive the economic development of the arts and culture, and creative industries sectors and support the activation of our communities. The role requires collaboration with leading research institutions and the development of processes and materials for stakeholders. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing insights and recommendations on emerging trends in the contemporary music sector to guide corporate strategy and future research initiatives. The Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport is a respectful workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The role is a great opportunity for someone with a strong background in research and evaluation to make a significant impact in the Contemporary Music Sector in NSW. The role will be responsible for developing processes and materials for stakeholders to enhance the quality of research, evaluation, and reporting efforts. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of the contemporary music sector and be able to provide insights and recommendations on emerging trends to guide corporate strategy and future research initiatives. The role also involves conducting and enhancing evaluation activities, reporting findings to inform policy and program development aligned with strategic objectives. Key responsibilities include: Designing, executing, and reviewing research projects to ensure evidence-based decision-making.Identifying and commissioning original research aligned with policy development and operational needs.Conducting and enhancing evaluation activities, reporting findings to inform policy and program development.Establishing and maintaining collaborations with leading research institutions to support relevant research and independent evaluation studies.Developing processes and materials for stakeholders to enhance the quality of research, evaluation, and reporting efforts.Providing insights and recommendations on emerging trends in the contemporary music sector to guide corporate strategy and future research initiatives.