Project Manager

Job Details

Project Manager     
Location: Adelaide, Australia 
Employment Type: Permanent Full-time 
Work Type: Hybrid, 2-3 days in office per week

About Us

We work with our clients to help solve the next generation of public policy challenges 

Verian is a world leading, purpose-led and independent research, evidence, evaluation, and communications agency, providing services to government and the public realm. With offices across the globe, our specialist consultants and researchers are supported by our unique global data ecosystem. We provide gold standard data on the economy and society to decision makers.
We combine expertise in human understanding with advanced technologies and data science, connecting governments with citizens across the world. We support the rapid development of policy thinking in moments of urgency. We implement policies on the ground for multi-laterals. We build communications to reach diverse and complex audiences. 

We are Verian. Powering decisions that shape the world.

About the role

This role will support the SA and WA team in the project management of research delivery including the timely delivery of projects on budget, questionnaire or interview guide design, project design, proposal development, recruitment and fieldwork supply management, analysis and reporting. This role will also collaborate with the team about the design, execution and delivery of projects.

Key Responsibilities

Winning work

• Support senior staff in the development of outstanding proposals
• Contributing to project design as part of the brainstorm
• Responsible for preparing project background, project timelines, preparation of experience and team sections and standard tender schedules as well as contributing to methodology sections
• Responsible for seeking competitive quotes from suppliers and preparing a first draft pricing sheet

Managing projects

• Responsible for monitoring progress against the project schedule, ensuring ISO and quality standards and procedures are being followed and compliance with applicable industry standards and market research guidelines
• Manage project setup and administration in business systems, including creating and maintaining project details, managing access permissions, and overseeing invoicing workflows
• Monitor project budgets, actively looks for ways to minimise costs, and manages some financial administration including PO generation and cost sheet maintenance as required
• Keep clients and Project Lead informed of the project’s progress against schedule
• Manage suppliers throughout each project
• Support Project Lead as appropriate with development of questionnaires and / or discussion guides as well as assistance with interviews as needed

Analysis and reporting

• Provide preliminary analysis and conclusions
• Develop and contributes to the storytelling plan and report content while identifying opportunities for automation and template-based chart outsourcing
• Able to support project leads in creating a concise and engaging report/presentation demonstrating insights against client objectives
• Ensure accuracy and quality control in data extraction and presentation, including precise transfer of information from source data to client deliverables
• Follow Verian reporting protocols and branding protocols

Managing client relationships

• Liaise with clients on day-to-day project matters, with the level of engagement varying based on project scope and strategic importance as appropriate and as determined by the Project Lead or other relevant senior team members
• Actively manage client’s expectations and implications regarding costs, timing, etc. 
• Handle simple client enquiries and proactively anticipates and communicates with clients about key project milestones or changes

Role Capabilities

• Provide support with analysis and presentations
• 0-1 Years experience in the research and consulting industry (entry level).
• Understand basic data and can identify and specify basic analysis using Q or SPSS
• Understand statistical significance, knows how to calculate and apply it
• Responsible for ensuring accurate data extraction - for example, from tables into presentations as well as thorough proofing
• Ability to draft simple presentations/reports/deliverables

Why Join Us

• The chance to work on high-impact, meaningful projects that drive real-world change
• Learning and development opportunities to help you grow professionally
• A collaborative, values-led team that supports your wellbeing and career progression
• A diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive
• A competitive salary and benefits package
• Up to 5 weeks of annual leave
• Work abroad for up to 4 weeks within any 12-months period