Senior Analyst

At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we're looking for people who want to make a difference. People who take pride in their work. People who get things done. People who are committed to making Victoria a safer place.


We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We're all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our department, we'd love to hear from you.


The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that children's rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon.



If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.


For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers


We're proud of the important work we do across Victoria. Want to be part of it?

• Use your data skills to shape important decisions across Victoria's justice system.
• Lead complex analysis and develop models that guide justice funding.
• Help improve how courts and justice services work for the community.
• Enjoy varied policy projects and the chance to guide junior staff.
• Fixed-term, full-time role earning $116,413 - $140,849 per year, plus super.

What you will do

As senior analyst, you will lead data analysis and modelling to support justice policy and funding decisions. You will turn complex information into clear advice that helps government improve the justice system.

You will:

• lead the development of data models that support funding decisions across the justice system
• prepare clear and detailed reports, briefings and advice on complex policy and budget issues
• develop and assess funding proposals, including their costs, risks and likely impact
• work with teams across government to develop practical policy solutions and improve justice services
• guide junior staff, support major reform projects and help your team deliver its priorities.

About you

A relevant tertiary qualification in law, finance, economics or public policy is highly desirable. You should also have strong skills in data analysis and financial modelling.

You should also have:

• strong data analysis skills and experience using data to inform public policy decisions
• financial modelling experience and the ability to explain complex findings in plain English
• strong writing skills and experience preparing policy advice, reports and recommendations
• sound judgement and resilience, with the ability to manage changing priorities and work across complex projects.

To learn even more about this role, please read the position description. If you have any further questions, feel free to email Drew Teese at drew.teese@justice.vic.gov.au.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy.

How to apply

Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Child safe statement of commitment

The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.