Data and Reporting Analyst

About the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner

Working with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) will put you at the forefront of data protection and access to information regulation. As an independent statutory agency, the OAIC’s work is of national significance and plays an important role in shaping Australia’s information handling landscape across the economy - from government, digital platforms and the online environment, to health, finance and telecommunications. Our mission is to uphold and promote Australia’s privacy and freedom of information laws.

We are an agency within the Attorney-General Department’s portfolio with responsibility for:

• privacy functions under the Privacy Act 1988 and other legislation such as Part IVD of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010
• freedom of information, in particular review of decisions made by agencies and ministers under the Freedom of Information Act 1982.

About the Opportunity

The Business Analytics, Data and Reporting team (BARD) is a small team responsible for data analytics and reporting at the OAIC. The team delivers data capability including reporting and analysis that connects decision makers to insights that better inform their decisions.

Your work with the BARD team is an opportunity to develop and apply your analytical skills and strategic understanding, while delivering data analytics that support informed decision-making through accessible and digestible products. You will be supporting all functional areas of the agency including Corporate and the Operational branches and gain experience working with a diverse range of data.

The team is made up of high-performing and experienced professionals – we enjoy the challenging nature of our work and we do that work in a collaborative, supportive and flexible way.  The team prides itself in supporting our stakeholders, and innovation and continuous improvement in our products and data processes.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical individual to join our team as an Entry-Level Data Analyst. As a data analyst, you will be responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to help drive informed business decisions. This role offers an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or individuals looking to start a career in data analysis.

The OAIC is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage and welcome applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and mature age people.

About The Role

The duties of the role include:

• Collecting, cleaning, and organizing data from various sources
• Analysing data to identify trends, patterns, and insights
• Creating visualizations and reports to communicate findings to stakeholders
• Assisting in the development and implementation of data-driven strategies
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to support business objectives
• Other ad-hoc data requests.

Job Specific Capabilities, Skills & Experience

Key to succeeding in this role is experience in understanding business processes and converting data into actionable insights to inform decisions at operational and executive levels. The successful applicant will have a demonstrated ability to:

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data into meaningful information for decision makers
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, using formulas, formatting and graphs to analyse data and prepare meaningful reports
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Attention to detail and a passion for problem-solving.

Highly desirable

The following knowledge and demonstrated experience is desirable:

• Vocational or tertiary education in a relevant field such as Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or Economics.
• Understanding of the use of PowerBI and SQL databases as tools for data analysis.

These duties are to be performed in accordance with the APS Code of Conduct and APS Values and Office policies, including Workplace Diversity and Work Health and Safety. Under section 25 of the Public Service Act 1999 the Office may re-assign the duties of an employee from time to time.

Position location

The OAIC operates a hybrid work model with a combination of remote working and office attendance.  Whilst the OAIC office is located in the Sydney CBD, we will consider candidate applications from all other locations within Australia.

The OAIC values face-to-face interaction and fostering connection between our people and with our stakeholders. The OAIC’s hybrid work model expects in office attendance when the type of work or task is better suited to being completed from an office, for example, staff inductions and onboarding, planning days, relationship building activities and project or collaborative work.

Remuneration and benefits

APS 4: $75,954 - $80,704 + 15.4% employer superannuation contribution

APS 5: $84,677 - $89,520 + 15.4% employer superannuation contribution

APS 6: $93,372 - $102,821 + 15.4% employer superannuation contribution

Note: An employee will generally commence on the base increment point of their relevant classification salary range, unless otherwise agreed by a delegate in consideration of salary matching (existing APS staff) or in recognition of exceptional skills, experience, qualifications or expertise.

Terms and conditions of employment are set out in OAIC’s Enterprise Agreement 2024 to 2027.

The OAIC is committed to enabling its people to perform at their best and offers the following benefits:

• Opportunity to work at the cutting edge of privacy and data protection, paving the way for future career opportunities.
• Access to ongoing professional development, with a capability framework to guide skill enhancement.
• Genuine flexibility to help achieve a balance between work and home life.
• Additional paid leave over the Christmas to New Year period as well as access to other leave (e.g. for study or moving).
• Contribution to your wellbeing through subsidies for eye health, flu vaccinations and a wellbeing allowance.

Eligibility

• Section 22 of the Public Service Act 1999 requires that APS employees must be Australian citizens.
• There are restrictions on employment of people who have, within the previous 12 months, accepted a redundancy benefit from an APS agency or a non-APS Commonwealth employer.
• For the duration of your employment with the OAIC you will be required to obtain and maintain an Australian Government security clearance at the baseline level and meet required background, identification and character checks.
• Note: All duties are to be performed in accordance with the APS Code of Conduct and APS Values and OAIC policies, including Workplace Diversity and Work Health and Safety. Under section 25 of the Public Service Act 1999 the OAIC may re-assign the duties of an employee from time to time.

How to Apply

1. For further detailed information about this opportunity, including the job specific capabilities, skills and experience and details on how to apply, please download the job pack.
2. You are asked to provide a single page application response (one-page-pitch) addressing your interest, motivation and fit for the role. Your pitch should include the use of practical and professional examples as relevant to the role and the job specific capabilities, skills and experience outlined above.
3. Your application form, CV and one-page-pitch should be collated as one document (where possible) and sent in a single email to: jobs@oaic.gov.au.  Please ensure your email includes your full name in the email subject field, along with the job reference number found on the front page of the pack.