Senior Functional Analyst

Salary: HEP 8 $110,100 - $123,987 per annum + 17% employer superannuation
Contract Type: Full time, continuing
Hours per week: 36.75 
Location: Footscray Park Campus
 

Victoria University is seeking a strategic and solutions-driven Senior Functional Analyst to join our Digital and Campus Services team. This critical role offers the opportunity to lead enterprise-wide system and process enhancements that directly impact student and staff experiences across the University.

About Us:

At Victoria University (VU), our aim is to be a global leader in dual-sector learning and research by 2028. Join us on the journey and help us achieve our strategic drives embedded in our Strategic Plan : Start well, finish brilliantly. One of the drivers "Thriving place to Study and Work" will enable us to continue to create places that our students and staff love to belong and feel immense pride.

About the Role:

In this senior-level position, you will take the lead in designing, analysing, and optimising complex digital solutions across multiple programs and projects. You'll engage with stakeholders across the University, including business leaders, technology teams, and subject matter experts, to deliver innovative, scalable solutions that align with our strategic objectives.

For a copy of the position description, please click here: Senior Functional Analyst

 

Key Duties:

An example of your responsibilities or duties you may perform will include:

• Lead analysis streams under Agile or hybrid delivery models.
• Design and deliver strategic solutions that improve operational efficiency and system effectiveness.
• Guide business transformation through gap analysis, process reengineering, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop high-level documentation and contribute to UAT and training strategies.
• Mentor junior analysts and contribute to capability uplift across the team.
• Ensure compliance with enterprise architecture, governance, privacy, and security standards.

About You

You bring extensive experience in enterprise systems and large-scale digital transformation projects, alongside strong stakeholder engagement and analytical capabilities. You're a skilled communicator with the ability to influence, negotiate, and build consensus across diverse groups.

Qualifications and Experience

• Postgraduate qualifications or significant relevant experience.
• Proven leadership in enterprise systems analysis and solution design.
• Expertise in Agile methodologies, systems integration, and data/process modelling.
• Certifications in CBAP, Agile/Scrum, ITIL, or TOGAF (desirable).
• Experience with platforms such as TechnologyOne, Oracle, or D2L (desirable).

Why Join Us:

VU provides competitive salaries, excellent superannuation, and a variety of benefits. The university fosters an environment where staff can excel, achieve their goals, and develop their careers. With a focus on diversity, inclusion, and family-friendly policies, VU supports both professional and personal well-being. For more information, please visit our Jobs at VU Webpage

 

How to Apply:

To view the job advert and to submit your application please click HERE.  

Applications must be submitted as a single document comprising:

• A cover letter;
• Your curriculum vitae/resume; and
• Your responses addressing all Key Selection Criteria located in the position description

Note: Applications which do not address the selection criteria will NOT be considered.

Application Closing Date: 11:59pm Thursday 11 September 2025

Who to Contact?

For further information relating to the position, please contact Suzie Benson, Engagement & Delivery Lead via email  

Our Commitment to Protecting Country: 

Victoria University honours its deep diversity as a foundation for collaboration and social progress. We will demonstrate sensitivity in respecting First Nation perspectives. We will ensure that we respect our Indigenous voices and commit to sustainable Protecting Country. We will take leadership responsibility, in all that we do, to improve the health and wellbeing of our local and global communities, and the planet that we share. 

Our Commitment to Progressive Inclusivity

Victoria University welcomes and celebrates the diverse perspectives, identities, and backgrounds of all people. We are committed to progressive inclusivity as a core strategic priority. All members of the VU community have a responsibility to be inclusive, respectful and supportive of all.

We are committed to maintaining a workforce which reflects the community we serve, this means we strive to attract, retain, develop and empower talented individuals from all backgrounds. We encourage applicants who are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and racially marginalised people, those from the LGBTQIA+ community, people from all ages and socio-economic backgrounds.  We believe that a diversity of experiences and perspectives strengthens our community and fosters a more innovative, inclusive, and supportive working environment, where everyone feels they belong.

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