Role

Senior Analyst, Fixed term (31/12/2025) Full time.

Group/Division/Branch

FPIS/ IMTD/ Information Management Services Branch

Classification

VPS5

About the Department

The role of the Department of Education is to support Victorians to build prosperous, socially engaged, happy and healthy lives. It does this by supporting lifelong learning and healthy development, strengthening families and helping to equip people with the skills and knowledge for a 21st century economy and society.

About the Division

The Information Management and Technology Division (IMTD) oversees the department's digital capabilities, spearheading the digital transformation for both the department and Victorian government schools. They manage Victoria's largest technology network, supporting around 750,000 staff and students. IMTD leverages cloud solutions (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and agile practices to enhance user experience, security, and integration.

About the Role

At the Department of Education, we are committed to harnessing the power of data to drive informed decision-making and innovation. We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Analyst to join our team. This role plays a pivotal part in the development and implementation of technical platform and technical data governance practices within our newly built data analytics platform, ensuring the highest standards of data integrity, security, and management.

Attributes

• Deep understanding of data management principles, data security protocols, and platform governance frameworks.
• Strong ability to work with cross-functional teams to deliver effective governance solutions.
• Familiarity with OVIC data privacy regulations, and best practices for data governance in government.
• Exceptional communication skills, able to present technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

Experience in data governance, platform governance, or related roles, with expertise in data management and information security desirable.

How to apply

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) addressing the skills and attributes from the role statement and the capabilities from the position description.

For more details regarding this position please see attached role statement.

Further Information

The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page

Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.

Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au.

For further information pertaining to the role, please contact Josephine Lee - Senior Manager, Reporting and Analytics Operations via (03) 8688 7988 or josephine.lee@education.vic.gov.au.

Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Please let us know via phone or email if you require any adjustments to ensure your full participation in the recruitment process or if you need the ad or any attachments in an accessible format (e.g large print) due to any viewing difficulties or other accessibility requirements.

Applications close 11:59pm on Wednesday, 23 April 2025.