This role offers a unique opportunity to apply your expertise in data analytics and research to explore Queensland’s training and labour market.
It provides space to apply curiosity, logic, and innovation to undertaking a range of analysis, forecasting and research tasks to provide business insights to teams, leadership and the division.

Job details

Working closely with the Director, Insights, as a Senior Analyst, you will be responsible for interpretation and analysis of large and complex data, developing and maintaining business intelligence products, translating and communicating complex research and sourcing a wide variety of quantitative data to explore Queensland's training and labour market.

As the Senior Analyst you will
• Interpret, analyse and manipulate large and complex data from both internal and external datasets, including vocational education and labour market data, to understand issues impacting employment, skills, and training in Queensland or other topics as required.
• Translate complex research and statistical data into clear, easy-to-understand formats for multiple audiences across a range of platforms, including to inform policy development and support department projects.
• Provide expert advice and technical assistance to staff on how to use, interpret and present data effectively for internal and external activities.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of best practice data management techniques to  ensure data presentation and information sharing meet customer needs.

What we are looking for
The position requires an applicant who can:
• Demonstrated experience and technical skills in analysing, interpreting, reporting and presenting complex data sets to a high standard, often within tight timeframes.
• Demonstrate the ability to contribute effectively in a team environment, working flexibly across multiple projects and managing competing priorities.
• Exhibit professionalism and integrity in your interactions with stakeholders at all levels, including management groups and colleagues.
• Deliver high-level written and visual communications, including reports, research papers, and ministerial and executive briefing documents to inform evidence-based policy development.

Refer to the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities and what we are looking for.

How to apply
To apply, please submit the below via the SmartJobs application page:
• Your current resume
• Provide a short statement (maximum 1 page) telling us why you are interested in this role, outlining what your motivation is to join us.

Please ensure you refer to the Role Description 'Interested in applying' section for more information on what to include as part of your application.

We're committed to appointing the best-suited person for each role. This includes considering equity, diversity, respect, and inclusion needs within our agency. We believe that these elements are essential for the success of our team, and we strongly encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. If you require any reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to reach out to the designated contact for the vacancy.

Applications will remain current for a period of 12 months.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Applicant Information Package DTET 2025 (PDF, 783KB)
  
  
  651743 25 - Role Description (Word, 233KB)