IT Business Analyst - Graduate Opportunity

Job no:512599
Work type:full time
Location:Crawley, Perth CBD
Categories:Information Technology

University IT

• Opportunity to gain real-world experience as part of a team delivering a digital transformation of services for a World Top 100 University
• Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for 12 months
• Base salary range: Level 5 $73,982 – $81,999 p.a. plus 17% superannuation

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

About the team

UWA is making significant investments in Information Technology services to enable its strategic direction and goals. UWA is also looking to utilise technology advancements to expand its services and create new and innovative teaching and research models.

Robust, flexible, integrated and agile enterprise architecture, information and technology services are vital to enabling the University’s strategic objectives. 

About the opportunity

As the appointee you will, under general direction, coordinate the delivery of business analysis and requirements, process re-design and improvements to enable the successful delivery and maintenance of Information and Technology services. You will also contribute to the establishment of testing strategies and plans for all solutions and services to ensure robust and consistent delivery across the University.

What we look for in our graduates:

• Alignment with our Values:
  • Excellence
  • Integrity
  • Innovation
  • Collaboration
  • Equity

• Results driven with an ability to build positive relationships and networks.
• A flexible, resilient and curious approach.
• A desire to learn, be challenged and strive to achieve each day.

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description:  Position Description - IT Graduate Business Analyst Level 5.docx

To be considered for this role, you will demonstrate:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in information technology/systems, computer science or other related discipline, completed or due for completion between 2020-2023
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently, show initiative, problem solve and work productively as part of a team
• Well-developed planning and organisational skills with the ability to set priorities and meet deadlines,
• Proficiency in a range of computing skills including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, internet and email
• Demonstrated aptitude and willingness to adapt to new technologies, processes, and changing business requirements
• Demonstrated commitment to career development and willingness to participate in ongoing training
• Sound analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to build positive stakeholder relationships whilst always remaining fully customer focused

Note: A current National Police Clearance (NPC) is a requirement of this position.

To be considered for this position, please submit the following using the Apply Now button:

• A current CV
• A copy of your most recent academic transcript for all relevant qualifications
• A supporting statement addressing the selection criteria set out in the position description in no more than two (2) pages:

To help you with preparing your supporting statement please visit Addressing the selection criteria

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on 14 September 2022

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Anthony Mclean on (08) 6488 1675 or at anthony.mclean @uwa.edu.au

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Application Details : Please apply online via the Apply Now button.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace.  We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognised Top 100 educational and research institution.  We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability.

• We have a globally competitive, gender neutral parental leave policy with 26 weeks paid leave after 12 months service and 36 weeks after 5 years.
• We have on-campus childcare facilities for child 6 weeks to kindy.
• We facilitate flexible working, with part-time and job-sharing arrangements considered.
• We have an ongoing partnership with Pride in Diversity and were recently awarded a Bronze Employer status for LGBTIQA+ inclusion.
• We have Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation and actively work to improve gender equity. 

Should you have any queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, contact the Talent team at [email protected] with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number and a member of the team will respond to your enquiry.

Advertised:31 Aug 2022 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close:14 Sep 2022 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time