Research and Policy Advisor - Otago

·        Influence positive change across the community

·        Conduct in-depth research on pressing issues

·        Help direct our funding to where it can do the most good

·        $85,000 - $103,000 (negotiable based on experience)

Otago Community Trust is a community-owned charitable trust that provides grants to assist community projects that make a significant and positive contribution to the inspiring and diverse communities that make up the Otago region.

Otago Community Trust is looking to expand its team in order to best engage with and serve our diverse communities.

We are now seeking a dedicated Research and Policy Advisor to help guide our grant-making strategies and maximise our impact on communities.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to influence positive change across various critical areas of community development. Initially, you'll focus on refining and streamlining our existing policies, ensuring they align with our mission and current best practices.

Additionally, you’ll be conducting in-depth research on pressing issues such as housing, climate change, and other areas relevant to community well-being.

Your research will be instrumental in informing our Trust's approach to making impactful investments. You'll analyse trends, evaluate potential interventions, and provide evidence-based recommendations to help us direct our funding where it can do the most good.

Key responsibilities include:

·        reviewing and updating current trust policies,

·        conducting comprehensive research on community issues,

·        analysing data to identify areas of greatest need and potential impact,

·        developing policy briefs and recommendations for the Trust's leadership,

·        collaborating with grant-making teams to align funding strategies with research findings, and

·        staying abreast of developments in philanthropic practices and community development.

If you're excited about the prospect of shaping policies and strategies that will make a real difference in communities, we encourage you to apply.

This is a full-time position and can be based anywhere in the Otago region.

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds who are passionate about community and who share in our commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, collaboration, respect, and making a difference in the community.

Applications close: 23 August 2024

For more information or to apply, contact our recruitment partner, Laura Constantine Warren of HelmHR at laura@helmhr.nz

Interviews will be held between 2 and 13 September. Please advise in your application if you are not available during that period.