Data Analyst

• Salary: $97,955 - $111,142 (Plus Superannuation)
• Ongoing, full-time role (flexibility may be available)
• Usual work location: 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne CBD (flexibility may be available) 

The Role

Reporting to the Director, Strategy and Insights, the Data Analyst is a key role that supports analysis of internal and external data to support the development of policy, government processes, and communicate the social, cultural and economic impact of the creative industries. Utilising statistical, coding and data visualisation skills, the data analyst will assist in disseminating and interpreting data sets to support the broader organisation.

You will also work with Creative Victoria's First Peoples team to support self-determined engagement and help embed First Peoples perspectives in the work of Creative Victoria.

Main accountabilities:

• Undertakes technical data analysis and modelling and prepares reports
• Innovative thinking is an inherent feature of the job 
• Defines the appropriate methodology in the analysis of policy or research options
• Researches and applies advanced theoretical knowledge in a specialised field to operational problem solving  

The Team

The position of Data Analyst forms a part of the Policy and Delivery branch within the Creative Victoria group. 

Creative Victoria is the state government body dedicated to championing, growing and supporting Victoria's creative industries, and the benefits they bring to Victorians. We invest in the ideas, talent, organisations, events and projects that make Victoria a creative state. 

The branch brings together Creative Victoria's programs and investment in support of artists, creative workers, creative organisations, businesses, and portfolio agencies, with our work to manage and deliver world-class creative infrastructure. The branch also leads on policy and coordination across government and industry, and the development of Victoria's creative industries strategy.

About You

Bring your ‘outcomes thinking' approach to this role, working with a sense of purpose within the team and enabling others to understand strategic direction for the branch. You will use your collaborative working ability to build a supportive and cooperative team environment, engaging with other teams to share information to better understand and respond to issue. 

Further Information

For a confidential discussion, please contact Zack Buchanan, Director, Strategy and Insights, on zack.buchanan@ecodev.vic.gov.au.

The Department is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to taking the necessary steps to protect children from harm by adopting a preventative, proactive and participatory approach to child safety in accordance with the Child Safe Standards.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with the Department. For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description.

Please note: We are committed to inclusive recruitment. If you require an adjustment to participate in any stage of the recruitment process or have a particular requirement to be communicated with by either telephone or email only, please notify the DJSIR Talent Acquisition Team on 0472 875 685, or via email at recruitment@ecodev.vic.gov.au with the position number in the subject line.

How to Apply

Please click the ‘Apply Now' button. As part of the application process, you will need to provide a copy of your resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined in the position description.

Applications close at 23:59pm on 7 December 2025.