Micah Projects is a community based not-for-profit organisation with a vision to create justice and respond to injustice at the personal, social, and structural levels in church, government, business, and society. We believe that every child and adult has the right to a home, an income, healthcare, education, safety, dignity, and connection with their community of choice. Micah Projects provides a range of support and advocacy services to individuals and families.
Job Description
Organisational Services provides support and resourcing through the key areas of Finance, People and Learning, Administration and Governance Support, Communications and Stakeholder Engagement, Information Technology, Quality and Risk, Data and Performance, Work Health and Safety and Resource Management. Organisational Services work to ensure governance and legislative compliances are achieved, so that the organisation can continue to provide high quality services to the community.
The Data and Performance team oversee the data systems and provide support for the collection of participant data, along with assistance to analyse and identify issues and discrepancies, with a focus on generating insights for future advocacy and measuring Micah Projects impact.
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Impact and Performance Lead to work in close collaboration with the CEO, Organisational Services Lead and the broader leadership team to interpret, analyse and present data to internal and external stakeholders to show the impact and value of services. You will lead the Data and Performance team to ensure all data is accurate and submitted to the relevant funding bodies.
This is a full time employment opportunity at Level 8 of the SCHADS Award.
Desired Skills and Experience
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with the Communications and Leadership Teams to craft human-centered storytelling aligned with measured outcomes and evidence.
Compare and benchmark organisation data to state or national datasets to benchmark progress and impact.
Lead the Data and Performance Team to ensure systems and practices are meeting the requirements of data collection in line with funding agreements, service contracts and all other compliance requirements.
Develop and provide reports and presentations, to clearly and concisely communicate findings to key stakeholders.
Essential Criteria:
Relevant certificate, diploma or tertiary qualification and extensive experience, or a combination of experience, expertise, and competence.
Demonstrated expertise in data analysis, reporting, and visualisation ideally using tools such as Power BI, and Excel.
Evidence of effectiveness of communication style, written and verbal skills, and IT competencies (including Microsoft Office and other IT systems).
Desirable Criteria:
Knowledge and experience using databases, communication and digital technologies effectively.
Experience in managing reporting obligations to government or funders in a community, social services or health setting.
Demonstrated high level experience working with technology and software systems including an ability to learn new software quickly and provide superb attention to detail.
Demonstrated knowledge and use of IT systems including personal information and case management systems, data collection, Microsoft products.
More information about the role and to learn more about the key selection criteria, select the link to the Position Description.
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Join a well-recognised multidisciplinary organisation;
Salary Packaging option up to $15,899, increasing your take home pay (additional meals and entertainment card option up to $2,650);
Access to discounted fitness facilities through Fitness Passport for you and your family;
Access to free and confidential Employee Assistance Program;
Ongoing professional development opportunities, including further training, so you can broaden your horizons and sharpen your skillset during your time with us;
Access to other employee benefits, including supply of uniforms.
How to Apply:
If you believe that you have interest, passion, and desire to make a difference in people’s lives, please click on apply.
Please supply a Resume/CV and a covering letter/email addressing the Key Responsibilities and Essential Criteria (maximum of 2 pages), along with any other relevant documentation.
While the deadline to receive applications is 5pm, Friday 29 August 2025, applications will be assessed with interviews being conducted as they are received so do not delay in applying!
