Monitoring & Evaluation Manager

Your primary objective is responsible for leading and coordinating all monitoring and evaluation (M&E) activities across Aurora’s programs to:

• Facilitate continuous improvement in program design and delivery;
• Measure, assess and report on our impact;
• Increase accountability to our stakeholders (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities, funders, donors, supporters and partners).

Success measures in this role include:

• Currency, accuracy and quality of data
• Cultural sensitivity of data collection methods and reporting
• Quality and timeliness of reports
• Internal stakeholder feedback
• Contribution to team dynamics and performance
• Alignment with Aurora values.

What will make me successful in this role?

• To align with our vision that supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to realise their full education and employment potential.
• To uphold our core values of respect, collaboration, accountability, and impact.
• To promote cultural, psychological, and child safety, and encourage an inclusive and supportive environment.
• To be a leader who prioritizes purpose and people, and is dedicated to achieving excellence, promoting well-being, and fostering personal and professional growth.

Experience

• A demonstrated understanding of Indigenous histories, cultures, organisations and the issues facing Indigenous people in Australia meeting their aspirations for their communities and families. Provide regular reporting as required.
• The ability to communicate effectively with Indigenous people, stakeholders and organisations.
• A strong eye for detail and task orientation.
• An aptitude to work towards multiple deadlines in a calm and measured manner.
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to collaborate across teams.
• Well-developed written communication capabilities.
• Ability to balance taking direction and exercising initiative.
• Previous experience working in the community and/or educational sector
• Relevant tertiary qualifications – Research, Development and Indigenous Education is highly regarded

Skills

• To take initiative in developing improvement plans as needed, aligned with the organizational strategy, needs, and capabilities.
• To effectively communicate, collaborate, and coordinate with others to achieve shared objectives.
• To be open to receiving feedback and continuously learning and growing.
• To be proactive, self-organized, and capable of working independently.
• To embrace creativity and encourage diverse thinking and working approaches.
• To be adaptable to change and responsive to the shifting priorities and requirements of the organization.
• Strong MS Suite, SharePoint and Dynamics or similar CRM skills