Senior Analyst, Policy & Research

Company Description

About Us

Minderoo Foundation is a modern philanthropic organisation. We take on tough, persistent issues with the potential to drive massive change. We incubate ideas and accelerate impact. We push the limits of what is believed possible. Minderoo Foundation is independent, forward thinking and seeks effective, scalable solutions. We are proudly Australian, and one of Asia’s largest philanthropies. 

Minderoo’s Gender & Equality Focus Area is committed to forging a future where all people realise their inherent freedom and equality. Strengthening partnerships is critical to achieve this. Guided by the 2030 Strategy, Gender Equality is focused on ending the egregious human rights abuses of modern slavery and gender-based violence, shifting harmful social norms and legislative barriers to gender equality, and creating new economic opportunities that will empower women from the boardroom to the factory floor. Although Walk Free will continue to work globally, all four bodies of work will prioritise Australia and the Asia-Pacific region. 
Walk Free is an international human rights group working to accelerate the end of all forms of modern slavery. Walk Free is the creator of the Global Slavery Index, the world's most comprehensive data set on modern slavery. We use this data to mobilise powerful forces for change against these human rights abuses. We work with governments and regulators, businesses and investors, and faith and community leaders to drive systems change and we partner directly with frontline organisations to impact the lives of those vulnerable to modern slavery. We work with survivors to build the movement to end modern slavery, recognising that lived experience is expertise and they are central to identifying lasting solutions

Job Description

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager, Research. We are looking for a dynamic professional with established skills in research and policy related to human rights, international development, social science or a related field.

This exciting role in the Walk Free team will involve conducting research on the scale, nature, and responses to modern slavery around the world and translating evidence into advocacy targeting government, the private sector, investors, and faith leaders.

This role will require you to:

• Project manage key research projects, including components of the Global Slavery Index. 
• Conduct research into the scale, nature, and legislative and policy responses to modern slavery, in specific regions or thematic areas.
• Draft high-quality research and advocacy outputs.
• Manage, implement, and support development of individual projects, including by providing technical direction to other team members. 
• Develop, maintain, and manage external relationships with diverse stakeholders as required for delivery of projects. 
• Maintain oversight over regionally specific research and media, and related opportunities that align with Walk Free’s strategy. 

Qualifications

About You

The successful candidate will have strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to analyse and interpret data, and provide clear insights and recommendations based on results. We are seeking a candidate with proven experience in conducting research and managing research projects, as well as experience working in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will meet the following criteria:

• Post graduate qualification in international relations, international development, human rights or related field and 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Excellent organisational skills with a proven ability to manage projects effectively.
• Proven ability to build and manage stakeholder relationships in complex/ adversarial environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, developed through experience producing research and/or advocacy materials to a high standard.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions within specific projects.
• Experience working in international and cross-cultural contexts.
• Proficiency in a language other than English is highly desirable.

Additional Information

Benefits 

• Flexible working arrangements 
• Attractive Parental Leave

Next Steps

Please attach your resume and a cover letter (no more than two pages) outlining how you meet the above criteria. Additionally, include links to one or two pieces of published or unpublished written work where you were a primary contributor. Applications without a cover letter and writing samples will not be considered.

Applications close: Sunday 9th March 2025.

Please note we reserve the right to close applications early should a suitable candidate be identified.

Minderoo Foundation embraces Equal Opportunity and promotes diversity. We actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply.