Assistant Director
Health and Community Services Directorate
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Hybrid working arrangements (2 days in office)
Supportive and friendly team environment
Lead high-impact data analytical projects
Hybrid working arrangements (2 days in office)
Supportive and friendly team environment
Lead high-impact data analytical projects
Join a supportive and collaborative team environment where your expertise in health data analysis can make a meaningful impact. Under broad direction from the Director, the Assistant Director plays a pivotal role within the Reporting and Analysis team of the Data Analytics Branch. This position leads project teams to deliver high-quality reports and dashboards using ACT Health’s Data Repository and other data sources. It is responsible for managing team resources and workloads to ensure timely and effective delivery of reporting solutions, including responses to ad-hoc data requests and stakeholder-driven requirements.
In addition to technical expertise, the role involves supervising and mentoring junior staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team culture. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and bring strong experience in health data analysis and reporting. Excellent writing skills and the ability to lead complex data and dashboard projects - such as the ACT Health Service Data Dashboard - are essential.
Eligibility/Other Requirements:
- A tertiary qualification in data analytics, data science, or a related field, or more than 3 years of experience as a data analyst.
- Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a pre-employment National Police Check.
Notes: A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months.
How to Apply: Please submit a two-page response addressing the Selection Criteria outlined in the “What You Require” section of the Position Description, along with a current curriculum vitae and contact details for two referees - one of whom must be your current or most recent supervisor. All candidates are encouraged to use the STAR method when preparing your response. For more information, please refer to the ACT Government Applicant Information Kit.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an in-person assessment day, which will include a work sample task conducted in the office. Please ensure you are available to attend in person before applying.
Note, the panel will only receive all applications in bulk when the advertisement closes on 23 October 2025.
For further information, please visit www.jobs.act.gov.au