Senior Analyst
Senior Analyst
Our areas of focus are child protection, housing, disability, the prevention of family violence, multicultural affairs, LGBTIQA+ equality, veterans, women and youth. The work we do benefits thousands of Victorians, particularly those who are disadvantaged and vulnerable.
We work in a variety of community-based settings, including people's homes, residential facilities and secure settings across metropolitan, rural and regional Victoria.
We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated. All jobs can be worked flexibly, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from diverse backgrounds and abilities. .
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For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)
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| Department: | Department of Families, Fairness and Housing |
| Work Type: | Ongoing - full time |
| Job Function: | Analyst |
| Classification: | VPSG5 |
| Work Location: | Melbourne - CBD |
| Reference: | VG/00775362 |
| Closing Date: | 28-May-2026 |
| Salary Range: | $116,413 - $140,849 |
| Job Duration: | ONGOING FULL TIME -FLEXIBLE |
| Attachments: | 2026-05-14 0775362_VPS5 - Senior Analyst Position Description_.pdf (PDF, 305KB) Position Description 2026-05-14 0775362_VPS5 - Senior Analyst Position Description_.docx (Word, 133KB) Position Description |
| Contact: | Chris Page 95006318 Chris.Page@dffh.vic.gov.au |
Position Details
THE ROLE
Reporting to the Manager CIMS Data and Analytics, the role of the Senior Analyst will be part of a small specialist team responsible for the delivery of high-quality data analysis and performance reporting relating to statewide incident management and response.
Using data from the Client Incident Management System (CIMS), the role contributes to the effective oversight of service delivery by leveraging data insights to inform decision-making, compliance monitoring and continuous improvement. A thorough understanding of the CIMS policy, the CIMS system, and CIMS reporting requirements is key to delivering expected outcomes in this role. This role requires the ability to extract, analyse and use incident data to gain an understanding of the client experience, translating these insights to inform operational and system improvements.
This position plays a key role in maintaining and operating analytical systems, business intelligence tools, and collaborating across the department to gather contextual information to ensure the accuracy and relevance of reporting outputs. A working knowledge of CIMS policy and ability to apply analytical oversight and interpretation of the client experience is a critical element of the role.
By applying both qualitative and quantitative data analysis, the Senior Analyst is responsible for identifying trends, risks and opportunities within the incident management process, ensuring insights are clear, actionable and aligned with departmental objectives.
The position also provides authoritative strategic advice to relevant senior managers and external stakeholders which contributes to the design, development and testing of business improvement and reporting enhancements to streamline and automate analytical functions.
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
- Extract, analyse and interpret data from the Client Incident Management System (CIMS) and other relevant sources to support performance and client experience reporting.
- Undertake the preparation of accurate and timely performance and quality reports, dashboards and other mandatory reporting functions to meet internal and external reporting requirements for CIMS and other systems
- Applying CIMS policy knowledge to interpret data and provide authoritative advice on issues relating to compliance, emerging risks or trends impacting on client safety identified through analysis of CIMS data.
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HOW TO APPLY
Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)
Please apply to submit your interest in this position.
Job details
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| Department: | Department of Families, Fairness and Housing |
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| Job Reference: | VG/00775362 |
| Location: | Melbourne - CBD |
| Work Type: | Ongoing - full time |
| Job Function: | Analyst |
| Classification: | VPSG5 |
| Salary Range: | $116,413 - $140,849 |
| Job Duration: | ONGOING FULL TIME -FLEXIBLE |
| Date posted: | 14-May-2026 |
| Application Close Date: | 28-May-2026 |
| Attachments: | 2026-05-14 0775362_VPS5 - Senior Analyst Position Description_.pdf (PDF, 305KB) Position Description 2026-05-14 0775362_VPS5 - Senior Analyst Position Description_.docx (Word, 133KB) Position Description |
| Contact: |
Chris Page
95006318 Chris.Page@dffh.vic.gov.au
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