Senior Analyst

Department of Jobs, Precincts and Regions; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 116,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

The Senior Analyst role at the Department of Jobs, Precincts and Regions is responsible for statistical analysis, research and reporting to support expert advice on the apprenticeship system. You will lead complex data work, present findings to diverse audiences, and guide policy decisions.

The role includes managing one direct report and collaborating across divisions in Melbourne. Applicants should have strong data analytics capability, experience in statistical methods, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Data literacy to derive value from data sets for decision making.
• Critical thinking with problem-solving skills.
• Innovation and continuous improvement mindset.
• Interpersonal skills and collaboration.
• People management experience.
• Bachelor degree in statistics or related discipline desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provides advice and analysis that influences policy development.
• Produces innovative analyses within area of responsibility.
• Initiates and maintains relationships with peer and senior stakeholders.
• Prepares technical reports at an advanced professional level.
• Undertakes complex independent scientific, technical or specialist work and analysis.

Skills

Data Literacy

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Innovation

Interpersonal Skills

People Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in statistical methods or related discipline

Job description

Senior Analyst Salary: $116,413 – $140,849 (plus Superannuation)

Fixed term / Ongoing role: Fixed term until 30 June 2027

Usual hours of work: Full time (flexibility may be available)

Usual work location: 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 (flexibility may be available)

The Role

The Senior Analyst is responsible for undertaking statistical analysis, research and reporting to support the development of expert advice on the apprenticeship system. The Senior Analyst will provide expert technical knowledge and thought leadership in the data analytics field. The role requires the ability to present analysis to a range of audiences and in various formats required for decision making. The role supports projects and policy development across the Division. The role manages one direct report. The role will be responsible for collecting, quality assuring, and applying complex statistical methods to analyse and report internal and external data relating to apprenticeships and support key functions across the Branch.

Main Accountabilities

• Provides advice and analysis influences policy development
• Innovative thinking and analysis influences developments within area of responsibility
• Initiates and maintains relationships with peer and senior internal and external stakeholders
• Prepares technical reports at an advanced professional level
• Undertakes complex independent scientific, technical or specialist work and analysis

The Team

The position of Senior Analyst forms part of Apprenticeships Victoria within the Skills and TAFE Group. Skills and TAFE (S&T) focuses on enabling Victorians to access the knowledge, skills and attributes they need to participate in today's workforce, prepare for future jobs, and achieve their educational aspirations. Working in close partnership with the Victorian Skills Authority (VSA), S&T provides leadership and stewardship of a responsive, high-quality vocational education and training (VET) system. This includes oversight of the Victorian TAFE Network, led by the Office of TAFE Coordination and Delivery (OTCD), and the apprenticeships system, with a strong focus on aligning training with industry needs and strengthening pathways into the workforce. Apprenticeships Victoria (AV) is a branch within the Skills and TAFE group of the Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions. AV works with its key partners including the wider group and department, the Victorian Skills Authority, the Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority and the Office of TAFE Coordination and Delivery, to deliver a pipeline of skilled workers for government's priority industries.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have the following main skills and experience:

• Data Literacy: Derives value from data sets to enable immediate and/or future decision making (predictive). Has expertise in formulation of basic data models or algorithms.
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Delivers tangible business outcomes as a result of critically evaluating problems from multiple perspectives and delivering effective solutions.
• Innovation and Continuous Improvement: Reviews and analyses internal and external information to improve effectiveness and quality of work; Creates team environments where innovation and creativity are fostered and rewarded.
• Interpersonal Skills: Presents as genuine and sincere when dealing with others; Projects an objective view of another's stated position; Uses understanding of individuals to get the best outcomes for the person and organisation.
• Managing People: Holds self and team accountable to public sector values and agreed performance standards; Supports achievement of outcomes by anticipating and resolving issues.
• A Bachelor degree in statistical methods or another relevant discipline is desirable.

Further Information

For a confidential discussion, please contact Melissa Suares, Manager, Strategy and Insights via email [e-mail]

The Department is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to taking the necessary steps to protect children from harm by adopting a preventative, proactive and participatory approach to child safety in accordance with the Child Safe Standards. Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with the Department.

Please note: We are committed to inclusive recruitment. If you require an adjustment to participate in any stage of the recruitment process or have a particular requirement to be communicated with by either telephone or email only, please notify the DJSIR Talent Acquisition Team on 0472 875 685, or via email at [e-mail] with the position number in the subject line.

Applications close at 23:59pm on Thursday, 12 November 2026