Information Analyst

Role summary

An Information Analyst provides advice, analysis and interpretation of institutional and sector-wide information for strategic planning, institutional benchmarking, university-wide performance evaluation, and compliance activities.

Package

The remuneration package and other specifications for a role such as an Information Analyst may be similar to the following:

• Salaries range from AU$74,083 to $102,629 per annum (senior roles could be higher, possibly up to $110,581)
• Superannuation on top of this range from 9.5% to 17% depending on the university
• HEW range from 7 to 9 depending on seniority.

Primary responsibilities

Primary responsibilities may include any of the following:

• providing high level data analysis
• solving high-level analytical and complex reporting problems
• contributing to the monitoring of the institution’s defined targets
• delivering meaningful, actionable and intelligent data analysis
• providing insights and direct decision-making for key senior stakeholders who rely on your findings
• providing analysis that will be invaluable in setting the future direction of the institution
• providing technical expertise in data analysis and the reporting of statistical information
• liaising with key stakeholders as to their information and reporting needs across the various levels of the institution.

Key selection criteria

Key selection criteria may include:

• a relevant degree, preferably in a quantitative or analytical discipline; relevant experience; or a combination of relevant experience and education and training
• the ability to innovate in analytical processes, data visualisations and reporting
• having high level analytical skills
• having high level written and oral communication skills especially in regard to presenting statistical information
• a demonstrated capacity to manage multiple priorities in order to meet often competing deadlines
• experience in working both within a team and autonomously.

Desirable

The following may be considered desirable:

• a broad understanding of government polices with respect to the higher education sector
• familiarity with the IT applications used within the institution.