Australian Muslim Women's Centre for Human Rights – Melbourne VIC
The Australian Muslim Women's Centre for Human Rights (AMWCHR) is an organisation of Muslim women working to advance the rights and status of Muslim women in Australia.
We are a non-religious organisation reflecting the sectarian, cultural and linguistic diversity within the Muslim community.
We work for the rights of women by:
Empowering women's self-determinationBringing a human rights approach to bear on issues of inequality and disadvantageWorking with individuals, the community, and government to advocate for equality within the Australian context.We aim to inspire positive action by others and aspire to continuously enhance the quality, impact and effectiveness of our work.
AMWCHR works with individuals, groups and service providers in the following areas:
Case work, referrals, secondary consultation and outreachAdvocacyCommunity-based programs and service deliveryCapacity buildingPartnership projectsAMWCHR also undertakes:
ResearchTraining development and deliveryPublicationsConsultancy servicesABOUT THE ROLE Role type: 0.6FTE, 12-month fixed term contractClassification: SCHADS level 4.1Location: Hybrid – WFH and in-person at our West Melbourne officeReports to: Research ManagerThe Research Officer supports the implementation of the organisation's research strategy and is responsible for conducting and contributing to research projects and initiatives to inform practice, support advocacy, and amplify the impact of AMWCHR research.
The Research Officer will be responsible for coordinating the preparation of research documentation and ethics applications, conducting qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis, and performing literature reviews and report writing.
The role will contribute critical, relevant, and timely research to build the organisation's knowledge and research base and will contribute to the organisation's research strategy, training programs, publications, submissions, and policy positions.
This role requires sound conceptual and analytical knowledge around human rights and issues relevant to Muslim communities, and the ability to successfully manage a range of competing demands.
The Research Officer will have exceptional verbal and written communication skills and have experience in research ethics, research methodologies, and reporting research outcomes, as well as an ability to conduct quantitative and qualitative research and program evaluations.
ABOUT YOU Post-graduate tertiary qualification, with research experience, in Public Policy, Gender Studies, Sociology, Social Work, Community Development, Criminology, or other relevant disciplines.Experience conducting successful social science research including through: Development of research frameworks, data collection (i.e., interviews, focus groups, surveys), data analysis, literature reviews, and report writing.Knowledge of a range of social science research methodologies including qualitative, quantitative, and applied research.
Understanding of social policy and the application of research to policy, programs, and practice.Advanced verbal, writing, and research skills.Ability to take responsibility and work both independently and within a team environment.A high level of initiative.Analytical, conceptual, and critical thinking skills.Ability to set own priorities; work both independently and as part of a team.Well-developed time management and organisational skills.Ability to work successfully in a changing environment, accept new challenges and continually strive for improvement.Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of people, to develop and maintain professional relationships and share concepts, information, and ideas successfully.We also highly value experience working with Muslim and/or migrant and refugee communities, as well as experience in grant writing, policy development, and government submission writing.
Proficiency in a relevant community language (e.g., Arabic, Dari, Urdu, Somali, or other), is highly desirable.
WHAT AMWCHR CAN OFFER YOU AMWCHR is dedicated to a safe, welcoming, and flexible work culture.
We are a community-led organization that will always be representative of the community we support.
Through this commitment we have maintained a trusting and inclusive work environment for all staff.
We highly value our employees and focus on staff wellbeing and career progression.
We provide access to an Employee Assistance Program, flexible work hours, and Professional Development opportunities.
Staff also have access to:
Salary packaging - tax free salary benefits of up to $15,900 per yearGifted leave over the Christmas/New Year breakPaid cultural leaveAdditional mental health and wellbeing leaveHOW TO APPLY Please click "Apply Now" and submit an up-to-date resume and cover letter outlining your relevant experience aligned to the Key Selection Criteria (see 'about you' section above).
Please also include details of research publications you have contributed to, if relevant.
If you are selected to proceed to the next stage of recruitment, we will be asking candidates to participate in a phone screening call to gauge fit.
Following this, candidates will be asked to attend an in-person interview at our office.
The final stage of recruitment will involve a written task.
If you have any questions about the role or recruitment process, please contact ****** using the subject line: Research Officer Enquiry.
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