Senior Data & Policy Analyst — Justice Funding

Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 116,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC in Melbourne seeks a Senior Analyst to lead data analysis and modelling for justice policy and funding decisions. You will turn complex information into clear advice that helps government improve the justice system.

You will lead development of data models for funding decisions, prepare detailed reports, assess proposals, and work with government teams to implement practical policy solutions.

Qualifications

• Strong data analysis skills and ability to inform public policy decisions.
• Financial modelling experience and ability to explain findings clearly.
• Strong writing skills for policy advice, reports and recommendations.
• Sound judgement and resilience to manage changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead data analysis and modelling to support justice policy and funding decisions.
• Develop data models that underpin funding decisions across the justice system.
• Prepare clear, detailed reports, briefings and advice on policy and budget issues.
• Guide junior staff and collaborate with teams across government on practical policy solutions.

Skills

Data analysis

Financial modelling

Clear writing

Judgement & resilience

Education

Tertiary qualification in law, finance, economics or public policy

Job description

Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC in Melbourne seeks a Senior Analyst to lead data analysis and modelling for justice policy and funding decisions. You will turn complex information into clear advice that helps government improve the justice system.

You will lead development of data models for funding decisions, prepare detailed reports, assess proposals, and work with government teams to implement practical policy solutions.