Data And Performance Analyst

Department Of Families, Fairness And Housing; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Department Of Families, Fairness and Housing in Melbourne seeks a Data and Performance Analyst to turn complex data into clear insights that inform service delivery and policy decisions.

You will produce authoritative reports, monitor performance, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to identify risks and opportunities. Strong data analysis, written communication, and proficiency with Excel and Power BI are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong data analysis skills and the ability to manipulate data to inform decisions.
• Excellent written communication for reports and presentations.
• Ability to distil key information from large datasets for stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide authoritative data analysis and reporting to internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitor performance and identify trends, risks and opportunities across programs.
• Collaborate with teams to translate data into actionable insights.

Skills

Data analysis

Presentation

Collaboration

Written communication

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

THE ROLE

Applicants should possess strong data analysis skills, and an excellent ability to manipulate data and create effective data visualisations and presentations that facilitate understanding of the implications and significance of what is shown in the data. Applicants should also have strong written skills, an ability to apply big picture strategic thinking to detailed analytical work, sound project management skills, and be highly collaborative. The Data and Performance Analyst role needs to:

• Undertake key reporting analysis of data relating to service delivery and departmental activity.
• Possess strong data analysis skills, and an excellent ability to manipulate data using a range of software applications including Excel and Power BI.
• Distil key information from datasets and apply sound knowledge of departmental programs and services to identify issues of significance and opportunities for improvement.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

• Provide authoritative advice to internal and external stakeholders and, through detailed data analysis and investigation prepare and present detailed reports, identifying trends, risks and issues relating to effective delivery of the department's services.
• Provide expert advice on the quality, accuracy, and relevance of data, and on appropriate interpretation of data and results.
• Use and analyse a range of datasets to monitor, review and understand the performance of our services.

Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria. Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process. Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening. For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs).

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