Survey Manager

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This department plays a key role in providing evidence, analysis and insights that support workforce, education and economic decision-making across Australia. Working within a collaborative and high-performing environment, you'll contribute to research and data initiatives that help shape future policy, planning and investment decisions.

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Survey Manager to lead the delivery of a complex national survey program. Working with a broad range of stakeholders, delivery partners and subject-matter experts, you will oversee survey operations from planning through to reporting, ensuring outcomes are delivered to the highest standards of quality and integrity.

Your new role
Reporting to a senior Program Director, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across all aspects of survey delivery. You will oversee survey operations, monitor performance and manage quality assurance activities to ensure milestones, reporting requirements and delivery objectives are achieved.

You will work closely with service providers and stakeholders to support survey implementation, data management and reporting activities. The role requires a strong focus on quality, governance and risk management, alongside the ability to navigate complex issues and provide practical solutions in a dynamic environment.

You will also contribute to the development and refinement of survey methodologies, support data quality activities, coordinate stakeholder engagement and provide regular reporting on survey performance and outcomes.

What you'll need to succeed

• Experience managing large-scale survey, research or data collection programs
• Strong understanding of survey methodologies and data quality principles
• Demonstrated project management and program delivery experience
• Experience overseeing service providers and external stakeholders
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making capability
• Ability to identify and manage operational and delivery risks
• Experience developing reports and presenting complex information clearly
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills
• Strong written communication and attention to detail
• Australian Citizenship is required for this position

What you'll get in return
You'll join a collaborative team delivering work of national importance. This role offers the opportunity to lead a complex and highly visible program, engage with senior stakeholders and contribute to research and data outcomes that support future planning and decision-making across Australia.

What you need to do now
Your Strategic Policy expert, Sonia Diestel-Feddersen is recruiting this exciting vacancy. If you meet the above brief, please apply via the link below. For a confidential discussion, please call Sonia Diestel-Feddersen or Georgia Galloway on 8231 3688.

Hays is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ communities, people with disability, and other diverse groups. We value the benefits a diverse workforce brings to our clients and communities.