Analyst (Foreign Interest)

Location: Parkville

Role type: Full Time; Continuing

Department : Chief Operating Officer Portfolio; Research, Innovation and Commercialisation

Salary: UOM 5 $86, 943 - $99,864 p.a. plus 17% super

• Support critical foreign interest disclosure program, develop data analytics models, contribute to university-wide risk management
• Apply now to join our team and drive research transparency through data-driven insights and analysis
  Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

The University of Melbourne

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Your next career opportunity

As an Analyst (Foreign Interest) in the Transparency and Disclosure team, you'll play a crucial role in managing the University's Foreign Interest Disclosure program and risk assessment processes to protect research outcomes. You'll have the opportunity to build analytic models, report on risk indicators, interact with people making disclosures and contribute to streamlined team processes and data handling that enhance research integrity. This role offers you the chance to directly impact the University's response to government guidelines while developing your skills in data analytics and risk management in a close-knit team environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Develop and Manage Data Analytics: Integrate data sources, develop streamlined ways to improve data quality, use data to streamline team processes, and deliver regular reports and risk information trends to inform senior executive on sensitive matters.
• Support Service Users: Manage a service queue to assist users in completing disclosures, follow up with people on their risk indicators and develop guidance materials and resources.
• Contribute to Risk Management: Assist in drafting qualitative and quantitative reports on the institution's foreign interference risk profile.
  Drive Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement opportunities to use data in new and better ways.

You may be a great fit if:

You are an innovative, adaptable and detail-oriented data analyst with strong data handling and analytical skills, you can communicate effectively with non-technical people, and you love working in a team environment.

You may also:

• Have a degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Possess varied data handling, analytical and automation skills adaptable across various platforms.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills and the ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
• Have experience in service-oriented administration and support.
• Show high-level organisational skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
  Be proficient in creating data reports and visualisations using tools like PowerBI and Microsoft Excel.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you

We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being

• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance

• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance

• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

Your new team – Research, Innovation And Commercialisation

Research, Innovation and Commercialisation (RIC) is a specialist team dedicated to enabling the University's research and innovation mission working closely with our academic and professional colleagues.

Be Yourself

The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We believe the diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.

We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing reasonable adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. For assistance, please contact Bec Tucker on or at hr- (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Contact details for other enquiries are located at the bottom of this page.

Find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Our Indigenous strategy, Murmuk Djerring outlines our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at oied- for further information and support.

Please note : This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available.

A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required for all positions. If successful, we'll guide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost.

Join Us and unlock your career potential

If this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:

• Resume

• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience

Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.

Learn more about the application process , including tips and FAQs.

For recruitment queries, email Alessandro Storani hr- . Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address.

For job-specific queries, refer to the contact details in the Position Description.

Applications close: 26 November :55 PM (AEDT)