Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $116,413 - $140,849
Grade: VPS 5
Occupation: IT and telecommunications
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/DE/SSSR/1924133
About the Role
The Senior Data Analyst undertakes complex quantitative analysis across a wide range of policy and program areas to build robust evidence on program performance and the impact of government investment. The role delivers specialised analytical work, including the development and maintenance of program funding models, avoided cost modelling and other advanced analytical products used to inform policy, planning and investment decisions. The role drives ongoing improvements to data linkage processes.
Working closely with program areas, the role applies established statistical techniques and analytical tools to define business questions, design fit‑for‑purpose analytical approaches, and interpret results. The Senior Data Analyst provides authoritative advice on what the data shows, the limitations of the analysis, and the implications for program design, delivery and accountability, contributing to research, evaluation and performance measurement activities.
The role requires advanced skills in statistical analysis and the ability to translate complex findings into clear, accessible insights for a range of audiences, including policy teams, senior executives and central agencies. The Senior Data Analyst also supports analytical capability uplift by sharing expertise and providing technical guidance to other analysts.
This is an ongoing full-time opportunity.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
A tertiary degree in a related field is desirable.
About us
The Performance and Evaluation Division operates to deliver a set of connected services to provide the right information to the right people at the right time:
About the Department
The department provides a wide range of learning and development support and services.
The department provides policy leadership, plans for the future of education in Victoria and leads key cross-sector collaboration. The department plays an important system steward role by providing support, guidance, oversight and assurance across early childhood and school education systems.
How to Apply
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Applications should include a cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria (no longer than 2 pages) and resume.
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 Stephanie White, Manager Program and Investment Analytics via [email protected].
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.
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Applications close 11:59pm on Sunday, 24 May 2026.