Business Analyst: Continuous Improvement (HEO 7)

• Part of UniSA’s People, Talent and Culture team based in Adelaide CBD
• Full-time, continuing position
• Commencement Salary: $90,234 per annum (plus 17% superannuation)

At UniSA we believe that people are our best asset and the heart and soul of our University of Enterprise.

We’re currently transforming our service delivery model to deliver more strategic value. With ‘people’ one of the pillars of our strategic plan, Enterprise25, within People, Talent and Culture we commit to service excellence and continuous improvement in all that we do. The Business Analyst: Continuous Improvement will be a key contributor to how we achieve these aspirations across all our people processes, helping to build an intuitive and friction free suite of services that provide excellent outcomes for all our staff.

As a people team, we've coined the phrase ‘Putting People First’ to reflect our commitment to deliver people focussed solutions and outcomes and to provide a culture in which all our people thrive. We are very focussed on how we add value through a connected and personally communicative style of working and as ambassadors of the University’s core staff attributes, are aware of the impact of everything we do on our people and how we work together.

About the Role

As the Business Analyst: Continuous Improvement you will champion all aspects of best operational practice including business process reviews, implementation of continuous improvement initiatives, and streamlining of our People, Talent and Culture (PTC) service experience. Reporting to the Manager: People Data and Systems and working as a key member of the team, you will ensure that operational systems and processes are effective and aligned with systems across the University, making sure design methodology, approval processes, change controls, and documentation are standardised and consistently applied.

Core Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice for the identification of business needs and the resolution of key issues and solution gaps
• Develop and implement business improvement methodologies across new and existing processes (e.g. Lean Six/Sigma)
• Undertake the development, delivery and evaluation of complex business analysis projects, functions, and services
• Elicit, develop, and document PTC business process and supported applications
• Establish strong working relationships with key stakeholders to work collaboratively, exchange information, and facilitate a service orientated approach

Essential Skills and Experience

• Experience working with Human Resources information systems (HRIS) with a deep knowledge of the system development lifecycle, and human resources business systems, processes, and functions
• Continuous improvement experience and ability to translate business requirements into functional solutions
• Management of projects requiring the development of strong collaborative working relationships
• Highly developed research and analytical skills and experience in managing data quality and integrity (personal and sensitive data)
• Tertiary qualifications in information technology/information systems, or a related discipline with relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of experience and training
• Highly developed interpersonal / communication skills and experience building relationships and demonstrating the highest level of customer service with a diverse range of people and cultures at various levels

Our Enterprising Culture

As a University of Enterprise, we offer a dynamic and agile workplace culture, one that embraces challenges and thrives on breaking new ground. Our staff are creative and innovative thinkers, communicating with clarity, conviction and enthusiasm. We embrace diversity and inclusion, and respect different ways of seeing and knowing, in a vibrant, engaging environment. Our people are authentic, resilient, and influential, and we deliver results.

What We Can Offer You

Alongside an enterprising and constructive culture, the benefits of being part of the UniSA team include a commitment to professional development support, generous leave and salary sacrifice options, and a family friendly approach that recognises the importance of flexible working arrangements. We also offer a 17% superannuation contribution.

We will be supportive of your wellbeing and keen to ensure you enjoy the many benefits of living and working in vibrant, highly affordable Adelaide - consistently ranked one of the world’s most liveable cities.

How to Apply

For a copy of the position description and to apply, please visit Working at UniSA . The online application form will list the specific selection criteria that you need to address.

Please address your cover letter to Sharon Wass, Recruitment Consultant. For further information about the position or the recruitment process, please contact UniSA Recruitment Central on +61 8 8302 1700 or via email at [email protected] using job reference number 3510.

Applications close: 11.30pm Friday 22 October 2021

Applications welcomed from Australian or NZ citizens, Australian permanent residents and those who have the legal right to work in Australia for the term of appointment.

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Applications must be lodged online, please note UniSA does not accept applications via email.

UniSA is committed to developing a diverse workforce and a constructive enterprising culture in which everyone can thrive.

For further support, contact Recruitment Central on +61 8 8302 1700 or email [email protected] and you will receive a response within one working day.

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