Research & Practice Development Officer
About the job
- Experience in research, evaluation, quality improvement, project work, or practice development.
- Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex information clearly.
- Experience developing reports, presentations, resources, or educational materials.
- Stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently and collaboratively.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data analysis or reporting systems.
- Monitor and review relevant research, evidence, and sector developments.
- Translate research findings into practical resources, recommendations, and tools.
- Support program evaluation, quality improvement, and service development initiatives.
- Collect, analyse, and interpret data to inform decision-making and reporting.
- Prepare reports, presentations, and other documentation for a range of audiences.
- Build relationships with stakeholders, sector partners, and professional networks.
- Contribute to knowledge-sharing activities and promote evidence-informed practice.
- Support projects that enhance service quality, innovation, and client outcomes.
- Knowledge of the health, alcohol and other drugs, and/or mental health sectors.
- Health-related research experience.
- Understanding of benzodiazepine dependence.
About the company
EACH is a long-standing Australian provider of health and social care services that helps people live well. It delivers a range of services across mental health, primary health, child and family wellbeing, aged care, disability, and housing, with a focus on integrated support that strengthens individuals and communities. Its offerings operate through community-based care programs and services, working directly with people to meet their diverse needs rather than a single product. What sets EACH apart from competitors is its 50+ years of experience and a broad, coordinated suite of services designed to support whole people and whole communities, together with a commitment to diversity and inclusive care. Its goal is to empower every person to live well by providing care that is Altogether Better, advancing healthier, more resilient communities through accessible, respectful, and comprehensive services.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Australia
Founded
1974
Get referred to EACH
See people who can refer or advise you
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Victorian funding supports Care Pathways for Chronic Disease in 2026.
- EACH's inclusion and diversity strategy strengthens recruitment and client trust.
- Monash University research and new programs reinforce credibility with commissioners and employers.
What critics are saying
- Government funding ended July 1, 2025; 31 HOP roles disappear March 31, 2026.
- Program dependence on Victorian departments exposes EACH to tender loss and budget cuts.
- If expansion fails, EACH becomes a thin-margin contractor, vulnerable to service consolidation.
What makes EACH unique
- EACH combines community health, mental health, and disability services across Melbourne catchments.
- EACH runs statewide nursery equipment ordering, giving it embedded government workflow relationships.
- EACH's 2024-2028 strategy targets doubling size by 2028 and expanding local care.
Help us improve and share your feedback! Did you find this helpful?
Benefits
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Options
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- Gym Membership
- Wellness Program
- Professional Development Budget