Senior Data & Governance Advisor (Policy, AI & Analytics)

Department of Education; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Education in Victoria seeks a senior analyst to strengthen data governance, analytics, and AI adoption across governance and policy contexts. You will prepare briefs and advice to inform decision-making and support strategic planning across diverse audiences.

The role involves coordinating projects, engaging stakeholders, and delivering high-level technical and policy guidance to advance data initiatives within the Department’s Education portfolio.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated understanding of data governance, analytics, and emerging technologies, including AI, in policy or organisational contexts.
• Experience providing high-level technical, strategic or policy advice on data, governance, or digital initiatives.
• Strong planning, coordination and delivery skills for governance/data initiatives.
• Excellent written communication for briefs, papers, and governance documents.
• Strong verbal communication and stakeholder engagement across diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Advise on data governance, analytics, and emerging technologies to enhance decision-making and service delivery.
• Prepare briefs and discussion papers to inform strategic planning and governance processes.
• Support stakeholder engagement and communication across technical, policy and business areas.
• Contribute to strategic planning and policy development related to data and AI initiatives.

Skills

Data governance

Data analytics

AI knowledge

Policy & strategy advice

Stakeholder engagement

Project planning

Written communication

Verbal communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in data/IT/analytics

Relevant qualifications in data governance/analytics

Tools

BI tools (Tableau/Power BI)

Job description

Department of Education in Victoria seeks a senior analyst to strengthen data governance, analytics, and AI adoption across governance and policy contexts. You will prepare briefs and advice to inform decision-making and support strategic planning across diverse audiences.

The role involves coordinating projects, engaging stakeholders, and delivering high-level technical and policy guidance to advance data initiatives within the Department’s Education portfolio.