Job Vacancies

7 week Contract – Full time or Part time equivalent
**Internal applicants or ECH employee referrals only**

An opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Day Program Evaluation Project Officer to assist our Community Services team. The main focus of the Day Program Evaluation project is to measure the outcomes and stakeholder benefits gained through the funding for all current ECH Day Programs. Reporting to the Project Manager Research and Evaluation, the role is accountable for the planning and implementation of activities to achieve the desired strategic outcomes. The role is based at ECH Head office and requires travel to the other ECH worksites as appropriate.

The core responsibilities include:

• Plan the implementation and timeline of the activities required
• The implementation, data gathering and reporting of all activities undertaken
• Contributing to the development of progress reports and the final project evaluation report

To be considered for this role you will need to demonstrate;

• The ability to liaise with program managers, staff and relevant stakeholders
• High organisational skills, motivation and interpersonal skills for conducting interviews and facilitating focus groups for analysis
• Competency in transcribing information, formulating solutions and thinking strategically
• An understanding of the diverse physical, social, emotional, cultural and service needs of the older people in the community and their individual circumstances
• An awareness of Day Program funding and services, including National Respite for Carers (NRCP) and Home and Community Care (HACC) funding is desirable
• Tertiary qualifications in a Human Services field will be highly regarded

ECH offers:

• Competitive remuneration including full salary packaging
• Comprehensive Induction, ongoing training and personal development
• Leading edge IT applications and associated training
• Confidential Employee Assistance Program
• A preparedness to invest in new ideas

All candidates must agree to undergo a Criminal History Check or hold a current Police Certificate acceptable to ECH.

Applications should be made to:

Nguyen Matthias Recruitment Officer
Email: employment@ech.asn.au
174 Greenhill Road
Parkside, SA 5063

Applications close Monday 10^th September 2012