Data Analyst

Mandatory: Australian Citizenship required to work within Federal Government.

About the company:

This leading Federal government agency supports Australian’s in achieving their goals and helps them to live a better life. Their work has an impact on a significant area in the social sector, and you can contribute to the difference that they make in this role. This agency is known for having a great culture across different teams and have excellent office locations.  A great opportunity for a Data Analyst to join this busy team.


About the role:

•    Engaging internal stakeholders to examine processes and data, identifying gaps in process, system and key areas of concern for potential non-compliance and fraudulent behaviours. 
•    Providing accurate and specialised advice including anticipating problems and contributing to issues management. 
•    Performing independent research and analysis on fraud and non-compliance risks and developing supporting documentation for profile development. 
•    Maintaining knowledge and understanding the context, goals and key performance indicators of the business area. 
•    Undertaking day-to-day analytical work on a range of tasks including regular and one-off analyses and ‘ad hoc’ requests. 
•    Supporting branch reporting through maintenance of reporting tools and assisting with monthly and quarterly reports requiring use of tools and interpretation of data.


Essential criteria

•    Data Extraction and Reporting: Extract and produce a range of data, statistics, and reports using Statistical Analysis System (SAS) and SQL queries. 
•    Data Visualisation: Prepare data visualisations and reports in SAS Visual Analytics (VA) 
•    Project Delivery: Assisting in the delivery of projects by preparing consistent, accurate and timely scheduled and ad hoc data request and interpreting data for operational information and reporting purposes. 
•    Stakeholder engagement: Manage relationships with stakeholders to achieve work area goals. Communicate and negotiate with clients or stakeholders under limited direction, to maximise acceptance and cooperation. 
•    Business Knowledge: Provide expertise and technical knowledge across a range of programs or activities including anticipating problems and contributing to issues management. 
•    Detection Profile Development and Implementation: Supporting detection profile development including requirements, design, testing, training, and rollout.
•    Supporting the team and other initiatives as directed, including managing, or responding to enquiries including email and Service Desk tickets


Benefits:

•    ASAP start (pending Federal Police Clearance)
•    12 Months contract with possibility to be extended
•    Full time hours Monday to Friday 
•    Melbourne location
•    Rate: $60.26 hourly + Super


How to apply:

At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.


Please note the successful candidate for the role must hold Australian Citizenship.

Please click ‘APPLY” to upload your details and resume to be considered for this role. 

Applications close 15.00 PM AEST, 22nd May 2025