Manager Business Intelligence

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

Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program. The program defines best practice standards by creating a carer friendly workplace, enabling staff to balance work and care, while continuing to contribute to the wellbeing of individuals, families and the community.

The Opportunity

As a Manager Business Intelligence & Analytics you will lead and manage the development, implementation, and support of data management strategies, practices and processes to ensure the security, integrity, safety and availability of the Department's data. You will be responsible for application of agreed governance and data classification standards, with the application of technical architecture, quality and reporting techniques and processes for effective information storage, sharing and publishing.

You will provide specialised and authoritative advice and guidance on analytics methods, techniques and capabilities to enable the consistent analysis of data to generate insights, create value and drive decision-making. You will develop close working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders to obtain feedback for the development of technical solutions and ensure service provision meets their expectations.

The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Nicole Byrne, Director Corporate Information, on

There is currently one fixed term/permanent position available for immediate filling for a period of 9 months.

The successful applicant or applicants assessed as suitable through this process may receive further offers of contract employment and/or offers of permanent employment in this or similar roles.

Join the Department of Communities

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

1.   A current resume/CV.

2.   A two [2] page written application addressing 2, 4 and 5 Essential Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF.

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

4.   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 Ashik Ahmed, HR Advisor, via email

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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 Ashik.

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

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