DVA has an insatiable appetite for data and associated insights. From ad-hoc requests for specific information to inform reporting and policy development, to cutting edge modelling to predict future trends, volume, costs, and program efficacy – data is increasingly central to everything we do.

The purpose of the Data and Insights Branch is to evolve the way the department produces and uses data, analytics and research, to underpin evidence-based policy development, service delivery and wellbeing outcomes. The branch fosters a culture of curiosity in data and research, establishing processes that enable the department to better understand and serve the needs of veterans and their families.

We are seeking an experienced Data Analyst to assist in the development of our Enterprise Data Warehouse (EDW). The ideal candidate for the Data Analyst role will possess a strong analytical mindset and extensive experience in examining and profiling source system data to understand its nature and structure. They will be adept at developing data engineering specifications to integrate data into the EDW, ensuring alignment with existing patterns.

The individual will collaborate effectively with data engineers and business users to comprehend current data transformation processes to implement recent data models and improve existing ones. A proactive approach to problem-solving is essential for success in this role.

- Evaluate and profile data sources and legacy data products to identify the most suitable data to meet new requirements and determine ETL rules.
- Design and document ETL rules and mapping rules.
- Write and optimise SQL queries to retrieve data.




- Prototype data models that will meet the needs of users, while maximising re-use.
- Plan, document and execute testing of data products, ETL processes, and contribute to other quality assurance activities.
- Create practical and actionable plans to address complex data issues and be able to explain these to users and other stakeholders.
- Work with the team to improve processes, determine standards and devise technical solutions for the ongoing development of the EDW and related tools.
- Work with Governance and Business to implement privacy and security controls.
- Work with Engineers, Analysts and Business to design products to be integrated into EDW data tables.
- Communicate complex data engineering specifications and processes clearly in a way that can be easily understood by a variety of technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Proactively engage with stakeholders to understand project intent and gather business requirements.

- Under section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, employees must be Australian citizens to be employed in the Australian Public Service (APS).
- Any successful candidate external to DVA offered employment will be required to undergo a pre-engagement screening check, even if they have a security clearance.



The screening check is conducted in accordance with the Australian Government Protective Security Policy Framework requirements.
- Any successful candidate will also be required to obtain and/or maintain, a baseline Vetting (AGSVA) security clearance as a minimum.

Highly Desirable Requirements

- Tertiary qualification in data management, data engineering, data science, business analytics or a related discipline.

This recruitment process may be used to fill ongoing and/or non-ongoing position/s. For more information about the role, please see the Candidate Information Pack.

A merit pool of suitable applicants may be created which may be used to fill future ongoing and non-ongoing vacancies should they become available over the next 18 months.

Successful applicants engaged into the APS will be subject to a probation period.

We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences and perspectives. DVA is committed to building a workforce that reflects the community we serve and encourages applications from:

- Veterans and former Australian Defence Force members, whose skills and experience are highly valued across the APS
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
- People with disability
- People who identify as LGBTQIA+
- People from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds

We are a Veteran Employer of Choice! This means you benefit from a workplace actively supporting veterans and families of veterans – one that understands and values military experience. You’re joining an organisation publicly recognised for its commitment to fostering veteran-friendly employment pathways and long-term career success.

📌 Data Analyst (Australia)
🏢 Department of Veterans' Affairs
📍 Australia