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An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Program Manager to join the SAHMRI Women and Kids Theme and support the delivery of the Care and Connect Pathways Program—a significant Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) funded initiative designed to strengthen support for Aboriginal young people and families during key life transitions. This is a unique opportunity to lead a complex, community-driven program that will contribute to improved health outcomes for Aboriginal communities, influence policy and service delivery, and create lasting impact across South Australia and beyond.
Job Responsibility
Lead the planning, implementation and ongoing management of program activities
Coordinate research delivery across multiple sites and project phases
Build and maintain strong relationships with Aboriginal communities, partner organisations and stakeholders
Monitor project milestones, timelines, budgets and deliverables
Support ethical, culturally respectful and best-practice research processes
Lead and support project staff, students and contractors
Prepare reports for investigators, funding bodies, governance and ethics committees
Contribute to knowledge translation, dissemination and publication activities
Support continuous improvement through auditing, monitoring and quality assurance processes
Requirements
Higher degree in Public Health, Psychology, Social Sciences or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience in a research environment
Previous experience in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander maternal/infant, family health or community development
Demonstrated experience working with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people and communities
Experience managing complex projects, programs or research initiatives
Knowledge of Aboriginal social, cultural and historical determinants of health and wellbeing
Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills
Experience coordinating governance, ethics, reporting and project administration requirements
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
High-level proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Some out of hours work may be required
DCSI Employment Screening and Police Checks may be required
Regular travel between work and study sites across South Australia will be required
A current driver’s licence is required
SAHMRI is required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy for SAHMRI employees carrying out work in any SA Health Facility
Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)
Nice to have
Experience in maternal, child or family health research
Experience using REDCap, NVivo and/or other research data systems
Experience with qualitative and quantitative research methods and analysis
Understanding of implementation research in Aboriginal health contexts
What we offer
Salary packaging benefits of up to $15,900 per year
Opportunity to contribute to nationally significant Aboriginal health research
Collaborative and inclusive workplace culture
Professional development and career growth opportunities
Work alongside leading researchers, clinicians and community partners