Analyst

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 Victorian School Building Authority (VSBA) is part of the Department of Education. Established in 2016, it oversees Victoria's largest school building program since the state introduced free public education in the 1870s. 

The VSBA delivers on three key priorities: 

• to build and expand the schools and early childhood services Victoria needs for its rapidly growing population 

• to reform how we maintain and modernise school buildings and grounds 

• to engage local communities, giving them more say and keeping them better informed about new schools and 

major upgrades. 

Our goal is to make every interaction with the VSBA a positive one for our customers, colleagues and key partners regardless of our individual role or team. 

Asset Management Division  

The Asset Management Division is responsible for setting VSBA's strategic asset direction, developing and implementing programs that address accessibility, inclusion and accommodation initiatives, and building school capability and capacity to manage assets. 

The Maintenance Delivery Branch oversees maintenance projects, encompassing planned maintenance, as well as the upkeep of hydraulic fire safety systems and shelter-in-place facilities and other programs. Additionally, it ensures that secondary school campuses are equipped with suitable facilities to accommodate mental health practitioners, aligning with the government's commitment for this program.

About the Role

This is a VPSG4 role with a salary range of $95,102 - $107,905
Fixed Term is 2 years not beyond the 30/06/2027

This role is located in the Commercial and Programs Unit; Maintenance Delivery Branch; Asset Management Division, and will support the Unit's efforts to:

• Contribute to the development and delivery of accurate and timely reporting on key projects and programs.
• Assist in maintaining effective communication and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Support continuous improvement of work processes and team culture.
• Ensure compliance with applicable ministerial directions and operational goals.
• Contribute to the implementation of assurance program outcomes and approved recommendations.

Capabilities

The candidate must have experience in:

• Assisting with the analysis, curation, and presentation of operational and financial data.
• Using basic database management systems and querying data.
• Communicating analytical results in a clear and understandable way.
• Supporting the creation of business reports and documentation related to data analytics.
• Developing simple reports to provide actionable information to decision-makers.
• Working with stakeholders to understand their data needs and providing appropriate solutions.
• Assisting in solving data-related problems and improving processes.

The key responsibilities of this role are to:

• Assist with the communication of data insights and reports to various teams and leadership.
• Support the development and implementation of business reports and data processes.
• Review and support audits of financial and operational data sets.
• Help identify potential improvements in processes and data usage.
• Develop and maintain familiarity with software systems that store and manage business data.
• Respond to ad hoc data requests, working with systems and stakeholders to extract and prepare data.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

Essential:

• A relevant degree in fields such as accounting, finance, actuarial science, data science, business analytics, or statistics.
• 1-3 years of progressive experience in data analytics, business intelligence, or a related field.
• Proficiency in data analytics tools for data visualization and reporting.

Desirable:

• Experience in captial works administration or finance

How to apply:
Please apply by submitting your resume, and a cover letter that outlines your skills and experience against the Key Selection Criteria in the position description

Further Information

For more details regarding this position please see attached position description.

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 Oliver Alessandrini – Senior Manager, Commercial & Program Management via (03) 7022 1161 or oliver.alessandrini@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 Saturday, 12 April 2025