Senior Data Analyst

Job no:516835
Work type:full time
Location:Crawley
Categories:Information Technology

• Level 7, full-time appointment on an ongoing basis.
• Base salary range: $95,737 – $106,223 p.a. (pro-rata) 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
The Strategy, Planning and Performance (SPP) division leads the development and maintenance of university wide integrated strategic plans, planning processes, initiatives and performance requirements to support the University in the achievement of its objectives and enhance the University’s overall performance and reputation. The Division will also coordinate the provision of timely and accurate business intelligence, information and reporting to support effective planning and decision making across the University.

About the opportunity
As the appointee you will have a significant role in the provision of high-quality operational reporting and modelling to support strategic decision making. You will assist a team of data management and reporting specialists, ensuring adequate ongoing training and development. You will assist with reporting to government to meet our statutory compliance obligations and sector reporting.

About you
To be considered for this opportunity, you will demonstrate:

• Relevant tertiary qualification, preferably in Data Science or Computer science or demonstrated equivalent competency.
• Substantial relevant analytics experience at an appropriate level.
• Expertise with variety of analytics and visualisation tools such as Python, Power BI, SQL, Excel.
• Experience in a client facing analytical role and excellent stakeholder management and written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly developed planning and organisational skills and demonstrated ability to set priorities and meet deadlines.
• Advanced problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in a multi-team environment.
• Working knowledge of the Higher Education sector is desirable.

About your application
Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description:   Position Description - Senior Data Analyst Level 7 Jan 2024 (1).pdf .

The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

You may also submit an additional statement (1 page max) outlining any personal circumstances which should be considered when assessing your application. Applicants who have experienced periods of academic/professional interruption or other relevant events can include a description of achievements relative to opportunity in this statement.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Tuesday, 5 March 2024.

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Latha Samuel on (08) 6488 3191 or at [email protected] .

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 children aged 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:20 Feb 2024 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close:05 Mar 2024 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time