Senior Data Analyst

Selection Criteria 

1. Consistently demonstrates behaviours that reinforce the CORE Values of our organisation; Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment. Demonstrates these behaviours with all stakeholders; colleagues, direct reports, as well as our patients and consumers, and those that care for them.
2. Qualifications and experience: Suitable qualifications and extensive demonstrated industry experience in the analysis and reporting of health data, preferably gained in a health, clinical research or similar work environment not limited to clinical costing, services resourcing and workforce.
3. Technical knowledge: Knowledge and experience in the use of statistical software packages, high level programming languages, relational databases and related software for manipulation, analysis and reporting of information such as Microsoft Excel, Access, SAS, SQL or other related (e.g. R, Python, Power BI, Qlik, SSIS).
4. Capacity to think flexibly and creatively: Extensive analytical/problem-solving skills and experience with a proven ability to anticipate, initiate and develop procedures to improve work practices with an aptitude to use a creative approach to identified issues.
5. Relationship skills: Excellent interpersonal, consultation and negotiation skills, in order to effectively manage interactions with key internal and external stakeholders. Ability and experience working independently and as a team member in a multi-disciplinary team environment to meet project plans, deadlines and goals.
6. Communication ability: Superior written and oral communication skills and the capacity to prepare, deliver and present high quality analysis, reports and briefs.
7. Environmental awareness: Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of NSW and Australian Health Systems and Health Data Collections with experience in analysis of clinical data to examine performance and outcomes of health care.

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For role related queries or questions contact Grant Sara on Grant.Sara@health.nsw.gov.au.

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion 
At the NSW Health we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply please visit The Stepping Up Initiative. 

To be eligible for employment in these roles you must be an Australian citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold a valid visa with permission to work in Australia.

COVID-19 Vaccination Compliancy 
All NSW Health workers are required to have completed a primary course (2 doses) of a Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) approved or recognised COVID-19 vaccine (except for the Janssen COVID-19 vaccine which is approved by the TGA as a single dose primary course). New applicants must have completed the vaccination course prior to commencement with NSW Health, or provide an Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) Immunisation History Statement certifying the worker cannot have any approved COVID-19 vaccines available in NSW.

Acceptable proof of vaccination is the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) Immunisation History Statement or AIR COVID-19 Digital Certificate. Booster doses are highly recommended for all health care workers who have completed the primary course of COVID-19 vaccinations.

Additional information

• These are temporary roles up to 30 June 2025. 
• Please note the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.
• If you are Current NSW Health, NSW Ministry of Health and NSW Government staff and are looking for opportunity of Secondment, you must have your manager’s approval prior to expressing interest.

For more information about working at the NSW Health, please visit our career portal.   

Applications Close: 15 May 2024 (11:59PM)