THE OPPORTUNITY

As a Research Assistant or Research Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the effective coordination, implementation and delivery of the ‘State and Territory AEDC Coordinator Support’ component of the three-year AEDC contract. Reporting to the Head of Early Years Systems Evidence and working closely with the Project Lead and senior team members.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting project coordination, progress tracking, and timely reporting to stakeholders.
• Assisting with event and training coordination, and monitoring project deliverables.
• Preparing clear and engaging research materials, reports, and presentations.
• Serving as a central point of contact for stakeholders and partners.
• Managing a dedicated email inbox and providing high-quality responses.
• Curating monthly knowledge-sharing updates based on current research.
• Promoting the AEDC program at national conferences and events.

This is an ongoing, full-time role based in Adelaide, SA.

ABOUT YOU

• We are seeking a proactive and collaborative team member who brings the following:
• A degree in psychology, social work, allied health, public health or related discipline.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including report writing experience.
• Excellent organisational skills with attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Interest in child development research and its practical application.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project coordination tools.

DESIRABLE SKILLS INCLUDE:

• Experience working in a research, academic, medical or public policy environment.
• Project coordination or administrative experience in complex environments.
• Experience supporting or minuting professional meetings.

ABOUT US

Our aim is to create a workplace where people are respected and encouraged to fulfil their potential. We encourage a workforce that is innovative, eager to acquire knowledge and enhance skills; we embrace all employee differences, foster a culture that supports diversity and inclusion, and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations where required.

YOUR COVER LETTER (NO MORE THAN 2 PAGES) SHOULD SPECIFICALLY ADDRESS YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE OUTLINED IN THE “ABOUT YOU” SECTION ABOVE.

Applications will only be accepted through our career portal. If you are experiencing technical difficulties with our online portal, please direct your query to recruitment@thekids.org.au
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please direct your inquiries to recruitment@thekids.org.au.
Contact Name: Yasmin Harman-Smith
Contact Email: yasmin.harman-smith@thekids.org.au
Closing Date: 22/08/2025 - We reserve the right to hire prior to the closing date

• Supporting project coordination, progress tracking, and timely reporting to stakeholders.
• Assisting with event and training coordination, and monitoring project deliverables.
• Preparing clear and engaging research materials, reports, and presentations.
• Serving as a central point of contact for stakeholders and partners.
• Managing a dedicated email inbox and providing high-quality responses.
• Curating monthly knowledge-sharing updates based on current research.
• Promoting the AEDC program at national conferences and events