Reporting to the Assistant Director, Finance, Data and Reporting, the team is responsible for the development and management of the branch's data reporting and analytics capability.
This includes developing queries within branch IT systems, maintaining and updating reports using Power BI, delivering high-quality data visualisations for executive stakeholders, and working closely with departmental IT teams to identify and implement changes to data structures and reporting solutions.
The key duties of the position include:Responsibilities of the APS 6 Data Analyst may include:
Extracting data using SQL to build and maintain reports and respond to ad hoc data requests
Developing and maintaining reports and Power BI dashboards to monitor program performance
Working closely with program and policy areas to understand data requirements and provide accurate, timely information
Leading projects to improve data accuracy and streamline reporting tools across the branch
Management of the branch's data holdings and development of reporting tools
Providing of evidence-based advice on data and reporting to inform and advocate sound decision-making on complex matters.
EligibilityPlease note, under section 22(8) of the Public Service Act ****, employees must be Australian citizens to be employed in the APS unless the Agency delegate has agreed, in writing.
This is a designated security assessed position.
The successful candidate will have the ability to obtain and maintain a Baseline security clearance.
This selection process may be used to establish a merit pool.




The pool might be accessed to fill ongoing and non-ongoing vacancies for similar roles in the Department over the next 18 months.
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📌 Aps 6 – Data Analyst (Perth)
🏢 Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR)
📍 Perth