Director, Data Analytics

14 hours ago

Council of the City of Sydney, Australia Talent International Full time

Lead our analytics strategy and deliver innovative data solutions to transform decision-making.

Play a crucial role in fostering a data-driven culture across our leading higher education institution.

Build strong relationships with senior leaders and academic professionals to enhance the impact of analytics initiatives.

We are seeking a Director of Data Analytics to spearhead the development of enterprise-wide analytics capabilities in a dynamic higher education environment. This strategic leader will define the vision and governance framework for analytics services, fostering a culture of evidence-based decision-making across our university. You will collaborate closely with our Chief Data Officer, leading a multidisciplinary team to ensure our analytics outputs are impactful, sustainable, and fully integrated into institutional priorities.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead the development and execution of an enterprise analytics strategy and roadmap aligned to institutional goals.
- Establish and maintain a clear operating model for analytics services, enhancing coordination across divisions.
- Build and evolve a comprehensive analytics service encompassing business intelligence, advanced analytics, and AI/ML capabilities.
- Ensure adherence to governance, compliance, and ethical standards in all analytics outputs.
- Cultivate a high-performing analytics team, promoting a culture of innovation, collaboration, and performance.
- Oversee end-to-end delivery of analytics programs, managing business case development, execution, and benefit realisation.
- Communicate the value of analytics through clear performance metrics and regular reporting to the executive leadership.
- Develop relationships with key stakeholders to ensure alignment and engagement in analytics initiatives.

Required Skills

- Tertiary qualification with significant experience in analytics leadership or equivalent expertise.
- Proven experience in leading analytics strategy and delivery in a large, complex organisation.
- Strong background in advanced analytics, data visualization, and AI/ML with a focus on practical implementation.
- Deep understanding of data governance, quality, privacy, and compliance standards.
- Demonstrated capability in delivering enterprise-wide analytics programs from inception to impact.
- Exceptional communication and influencing skills with senior academic and professional leaders.
- Experience in managing and developing high-performing analytics teams.
- 12-month FTC
- Hybrid role – on-site in Sydney (NSW based candidates only)
- Full Australian work rights required

If you are ready to empower a university through innovative data solutions and lead a high-performing analytics team, we would love to hear from you

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