Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $113,022 - $136,747
Grade: VPS 5
Occupation: IT and telecommunications
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/1920562
About the opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Data Scientist to join the Sector Monitoring sub-branch and work with both the Early Learning Monitoring and Compliance team and the newly established Kindergarten Audit, Assurance and Risk team.
This is a Fixed Term Full-time opportunity until 30 June 2029.
The Senior Data Scientist will play a pivotal role in:
About you
Mandatory requirements
About us
The Early Learning Operations and Monitoring Division leads core funding, operational policy, data collection and reporting, contract management policy and financial monitoring functions for funded Three- and Four-Year-Old kindergarten programs in Victoria. This includes a number of sector supports and programs to help ensure viable, well managed services that are accessible to all children. The Sector Monitoring sub-branch leads financial assessment and central monitoring of funded kindergarten providers as well as the newly established Kindergarten Audit and Assurance Program.
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, as well as directly providing school education and 50 new early learning centres.
How to Apply
Please click the Apply Now button on this advertisement.
Applications should include a cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria (no longer than 2 pages) and resume.
If you or require any assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment and selection process or have any queries in respect of this position, please contact Tanya James, Senior Manager, Sector Monitoring at [email protected].
Further Information
For more details regarding this position please see attached position descrip tion.
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.
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 Wednesday, 6 May 2026