Enterprise IT Solutions & Services

Key requirements
Highly desirable requirements

* A bachelor's degree in data science, information management, computer science, or a related field. An advanced degree is advantageous.
* Certification or formal training in data governance, data analytics, or related fields (e.g. DAMA Certified * Data Management Professional (CDMP), Microsoft Certified: Data Analyst Associate).
* Strong understanding of the DMBOK framework and its application in organisational contexts.
* Minimum 2 years of professional experience in data analysis, data governance, or data management roles.
* Proficiency in data analysis tools and platforms (e.g., SQL, Python, R, Power BI, Tableau).
* Familiarity with data governance principles, including compliance with the Information Privacy Act 2009 (QLD) and other relevant regulatory frameworks.
* Experience working with data quality assurance processes, metadata management, and data lifecycle management.
* Experience in Agile way of working and appropriate requirement management tools.

Your key accountabilities

Your part in the ongoing success of our department, in supporting frontline services will see you responsible for a variety of work, including, but not limited to:

* Perform data analysis activities and ensure adherence to the DMBOK framework and other relevant data governance standards across the department, including to monitor compliance with data privacy and security regulations in accordance with the Information Privacy Act 2009 (QLD).
* Conduct regular data quality assessments to identify and resolve inconsistencies, inaccuracies, and gaps in data sets, maintaining metadata repositories, and ensure proper documentation of all departmental data assets.
* Review and interpret complex data sets to develop and deliver insightful reports, dashboards, and visualisations and presentations to support effective decision-making, and provide regular updates on data governance initiativ

Job details

Position status	Fixed Term Temporary
Position type	Flexible full-time
Occupational group	IT & Telecommunications
Classification	AO6
Workplace Location	Brisbane - North
Job ad reference	21071
Closing date	04-Nov-2025
Yearly salary
Fortnightly salary
Total remuneration
Salary Other
Job duration	Until 30 June 2026
Contact person	AdamKemp
Contact details	0437544968 Access the National Relay Service

The QFD Information and Technology Directorate support the department's operations and organisational capability by facilitating, developing and managing technological solutions and initiatives. As part of delivering quality services our vision is to make Information, Communication and Technology (ICT) simplified, smarter, connected and user-friendly. Our teams are responsible for ICT investments, governance, portfolio, projects and assurance activities, including the implementation of transformation programs through IT planning, change management and advice, and provisioning of reliable, secure and fit-for-purpose IT solutions that achieve optimal outcomes and enable operational front line and corporate services to deliver on their capabilities and organisational objectives.


As the Senior Data Analyst, you will be responsible for ensuring the effective management, governance, and utilisation of data across the department. This role will focus on adherence to the Data Management Body of Knowledge (DMBOK) framework, ensuring that data is handled, reported, and governed correctly to support organisational goals. You will work closely with projects, stakeholders, and teams, and play a critical role in supporting the department's strategic objectives to ensure the appropriate use of data, data integrity, compliance with governance standards, and the delivery of high-quality insights that drive informed decision-making in line with best practices in data management and governance.

Further information

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