We are looking for a Principal Business Analyst to join us in making a difference in the System Procurement Branch! We have an exciting, fixed term temporary full-time opportunity available for you to join our team located in Bowen Hills.

Job details

The Principal Business Analyst provides support through the analysis of current procurement practices and the identification of improved operational approaches based on data inputs and industry best practices. You will work with statewide, regional and local teams to improve knowledge of analytical techniques and to provide additional support to teams as required.

What you'll do 

You will:

• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholder groups.
• Develop high quality documentation for all stakeholder groups including high quality process maps and business and functional requirements documents.
• Prepare, update and maintain various portfolio, program and project artefacts including reporting.

About you

We are searching for someone who has:

• Excellent understanding of procurement and/or supply chain, and mechanisms associated with data management and control, and knowledge of or ability to rapidly acquire knowledge of procurement and/or supply chain processes.
• Excellent understanding of S/4HANA procurement and/or supply chain processes, functions, standards, tables and data.
• Demonstrated experience in the effective use of analysis tools and in using data to support business decisions, including demonstrated experience in Microsoft applications (e.g. MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint) and the ability to create text templates, charts, pivot tables and presentations.
• Extensive demonstrated understanding of regulatory obligations, threats to business continuity and the exercise of adequate control measures.
• Understanding of the complexities and diversity of working in complex environments with overarching public service obligations.
• Proven ability to adopt contemporary established practices, ideas or developments elsewhere and adapt them to meet current needs, and a demonstrated understanding of the key drivers for stakeholders, internal and external, to provide best value commercial solutions.
• Demonstrated experience leading business process modelling activities for large scale complex organisations and the ability to provide expert advice and recommendations on the application of appropriate business analysis techniques, methodologies, and tools.

Why work with us?

Work alongside passionate professionals in a supportive and inclusive environment that values people and prioritises employee success and wellbeing. This includes

Competitive salaries

• 12.75% superannuation
• 17.5% leave loading

Employee wellbeing

• 36.25 hour full time work week
• Access to 24/7 confidential employee support providers and counsellors including for immediate family members
• Additional flexibility to support your work life balance including access to generous leave entitlements, such as purchased leave, domestic violence leave, reproductive health leave, cultural leave, study and examination leave.

Professional development

• Career progression with more than 300 diverse career pathways and career support to take you further!
• Access to a variety of programs and initiatives to support training and career growth.
• Grow your skills through hands-on experience and access to internal training opportunities and additional financial and leave benefits for approved external training and development.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion 

At Queensland Health, our work environment is inclusive and supportive, and we value our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all cultures, abilities and backgrounds.

Our commitment to cultural safety, equity, diversity and inclusion means we understand some people may need changes to the recruitment process. If you need support during the recruitment process, such as meeting with the panel virtually instead of in person, please reach out to the hiring manager. We value diverse candidates and your need for adjustments will not affect our hiring decisions. 

Ready to apply?

Please provide the following information to the panel to assess your suitability:

• A short-written response (maximum 1-2 pages, dot points acceptable) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities would enable you to achieve the key responsibilities and meet the skill requirements of the role.
• Your current CV or resume, including two referees who have a thorough knowledge of your capabilities, work performance and conduct within the previous two years. It is preferable to include your current, immediate or past supervisor.

Further information

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

Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies which may include an alternative employment basis such as temporary, full time or part time.

Documents

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

• QH Information for Applicants Sept 23 (PDF, 939KB)
  Application Kit
  
  AO7 Principal Business Analyst RD (PDF, 213KB)
  Role Description