NCLS RESEARCH - Key Persons
Amelia is the office manager of NCLS Research. She is responsible for much of the day to day administration of the NCLS team, including accounts, sales and research inquiries. With a background in youth leadership, cross cultural ministry and social work, Amelia is often the first point of contact for people connecting with NCLS Research.
Job Titles:
- Researcher / Research, Operations
- Researcher With
Carole is a researcher with NCLS Research. Connected with NCLS Research first as a diocesan regional coordinator in 2007, Carole co-authored several of the NCLS Research fact sheets and occasional papers based on the 2016 NCLS data and is now part of team rolling out the 2021 NCLS research reports.
Job Titles:
- Programmer
- Web Programmer / Information Technology, Operations
Chandrika is a programmer for NCLS Research. As part of the information technology team she has been responsible for developing the online capabilities for NCLS projects. With a background in computer programming, she facilitates the web-based delivery of survey tools and data reports.
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- for Media Inquiries Regarding NCLS Research and to Receive Media Releases, Please Contact Connie Lim, NCLS Research Communications Team
- Marketing, Relationship Manager / Marketing and Communications
Connie oversees the marketing and campaigns activities of NCLS Research, as well as being involved in partner management.
She coordinates the implementation of marketing strategies through a variety of streams including social media, press releases, written articles, as well as audio visual communications. Connie is the key contact person for media inquiries.
Connie is also the key contact person for the Student Spiritual Life Survey pilot and interested schools.
Dr Ruth Powell is Director of NCLS Research, a research centre that focuses on church vitality and community spirituality and wellbeing. Ruth has worked with NCLS Research since 1991 and became Director in 2007. She also holds a position as Associate Professor and Research Fellow, Public and Contextual Theology Research Centre, Charles Sturt University.
Job Titles:
- Researcher / Research, Operations
Fleur joined NCLS Research in June 2021 after 7 years in a faith-based organisation partnering with universities to evaluate innovative approaches to aged care. Fleur has a background in mixed methods research and has publications in mental health, aged care, rural health, ophthalmology and critical care. She has been working with our clients to develop their questions for inclusion in the 2021 NCLS survey and her role will continue to evolve to meet the specific research priorities of NCLS Research.
Job Titles:
- Programmer
- Applications Developer / Information Technology Operations ( Team Leader
James is a programmer for NCLS Research. As part of the information technology team he provides support in web content management, databases and report production. He has been responsible for developing the online capabilities for the NCLS projects and e-commerce mechanisms.
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- Business Developer, Product Innovator and Marketer / Partner Management, Marketing and Communications, Resource Development
Kathy oversees the development of strategies for partnerships, as well as product innovation and marketing. She is also regularly involved in marketing, communications and resource development. She brings a strong expertise in marketing, sales and leadership roles, a unique mix of experience including marketing to healthcare providers, marketing for healthcare providers, and a range of strategic leadership and marketing roles in faith-based organisations.
Job Titles:
- Resource Developer, Associate Researcher
Kathy joined the team in 2006. She oversees the design and production of NCLS Research resources and publications, and is involved with communications, website design, research and partner management. She has a background in teaching, educational leadership, project management, community engagement, missions, counselling and group facilitation.
She has co-authored NCLS publications on church life, connecting with communities, sustainable leadership and social trends. She designs audio visual resources, workshop processes and communication tools to help people explore and apply their survey findings. Kathy is also an associate researcher in qualitative research projects.
Job Titles:
- Researcher
- Researcher / Research
Miriam has been a researcher at NCLS Research since 2011. She holds the position of Research Fellow, Public and Contextual Theology Research Centre, Charles Sturt University. She is also a Sessional Lecturer at the United Theological College, teaching social research methods to students enrolled in the Master of Ministry/Doctor of Ministry program.
Miriam has both quantitative and qualitative research skills, cross-disciplinary training (in engineering, German language, environmental science and the social sciences), and a background of community environmental activism.
Her research focuses on a range of areas in the social scientific study of religion, including congregational studies, Christianity and multiculturalism, contemporary Australian spirituality and views and activities related to issues of social service and justice. Her particular interests concern the intersections between religion and environmentalism.
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- Researcher, NCLS Regional Coordinator Liaison
Sam joined the NCLS Research team in 2001 as a researcher. He is currently involved in research, partner management, resource development, logistics, communications and is a key contact person for the network of NCLS Regional Coordinators in each denomination, state and region in Australia.
Sam has a background in teaching, counselling, psychology, and pastoral ministry and has co-authored NCLS publications on church life and sustainable leadership. He has recently completed a doctorate in organisational leadership, with a focus on the organisational culture of local churches. Sam enjoys turning research into useful resources, presenting, and has a passion to help local churches be healthy and fulfil their mission, and for leaders to avoid burnout and thrive.