Senior Data Analyst

Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time

Closing Date: 2025-10-28 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)

The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, community initiatives and regional services reform.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Data Analyst you will be responsible for (but not limited to):

- Reporting and interpreting information based on data analysis to contribute to research, evaluation, reporting and planning.

- Enhancing the planned approach to information collection and analysis through liaison with both internal and external stakeholders.

- Managing projects to deliver the outcomes sought in the work unit plan.

- Providing quality assurance of analytical approaches used within the division and ensuring that reporting and advice on analytical issues is within the prescribed framework.

About Business Services

The Business Services Division provides a one‑stop shop for a range of business support services for the whole of Communities. Our mission is to support operational excellence by achieving strong data, financial, information systems, facilities and emergency relief outcomes through business partnering and close engagement with our customers.

Benefits

- Employer contributions of 12 per cent to your superannuation – using aGESB Super – GESB fund or another super provider of your choice.

- Access to flexible working options.

- 20 working days of annual leave (pro‑rata for part‑time).

- Up to 15 days of personal leave (pro‑rata for part‑time).

- Up to 3 additional public sector holidays in lieu per year. Subject to eligibility.

- Access to mentoring programmes.

- Access to the Fitness passport programme.

- Free access to a confidential employee assistance programme for you and your family, which includes psychology and counselling services.

- 5 days of cultural and ceremonial leave.

Application Instructions

Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:

- A current resume/CV.

- A three [3] page written application addressing 1, 2 and 3 Essential Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF.

- A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).

- An application form (for hard copy applications only).

Applicants who are short‑listed will be assessed on all the Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) during the selection process.

For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Macarena Acosta, HR Advisor by emailing HRRecruitment@communities.wa.gov.au.

Integrity and Honesty

The public sector is built on a strong foundation of integrity where employees act ethically, and public sector bodies promote and maintain integrity.

In line with Communities policies, applicants may be asked for consent to undergo criminal record screening and integrity checks during the application process. For more information on these requirements, click here.

Equity and Diversity

The Department of Communities embraces diversity and firmly believes that the best services come from a workplace, where varied viewpoints are welcomed and encouraged every day. We are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce, where we encourage applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women and youth.

If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, or alternative methods of communication, please contact Macarena.

Applicants who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.

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