aps5/6 equivalent– qualitative data analyst

HR Partners; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent Federal Government Department is seeking a Qualitative Data Analyst (APS5/6 Equivalent) to analyse public consultations and shape disability supports in Australia. This 6‑month casual contract offers flexible hub locations and an immediate start.

You will code and organise structured and unstructured data using NVivo, identify themes, mitigate bias, and create punchy summaries and visuals for executive leadership. Transcription duties and content refinement are also involved.

Qualifications

• Experience with qualitative research methods.
• Thematic analysis expertise.
• Strong report-writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyse qualitative data from consultations.
• Identify themes and mitigate bias.
• Produce executive-ready summaries and visuals.
• Transcribe audio/video submissions and refine surveys.

Skills

Qualitative research

Thematic analysis

NVivo

Analytical reporting

Tools

NVivo

Job description

Qualitative Data Analyst (APS5/6 Equivalent) – Disability Supports

Want to use data to drive real social change? Join a prominent Federal Government Department to analyse public consultations and shape the future of disability supports in Australia.

The Essentials

Role: 6-month casual contract (up to 37.5 hrs/week) with a possible 18-month extension.

Locations: Hubs in Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, or Sydney.

Start: Immediate start required.

What You’ll Do

Analyse: Code and organise structured/unstructured qualitative data using tools like NVivo.

Discover: Identify themes, mitigate bias, and synthesise findings from public consultations.

Report: Create punchy summary documents, charts, and visualisations for executive leadership.

Process: Transcribe audio and video submissions and refine survey content.

What You Bring

Strong expertise in qualitative research methodologies and thematic analysis.

Hands‑on proficiency in QDA software (NVivo or similar).

Excellent analytical and report‑writing skills.

Highly Desirable: Background in health/disability research or government advisory.

You must be an Australian Citizen and willing to undertake a national police check.