About Us HumanAbility is a not-for-profit, industry owned and led organisation that is contracted by the federal government. It was established as a Jobs and Skills Council for the health, human services, aged care and disability, sport & recreation and early childhood industries to fulfil the requirements of the Jobs & Skills Councils – Strengthening Australia's National Vocational Education and Training System program.
HumanAbility's objective is to advance education by supporting skills and workforce development for the above specified industries. It is a values-based organisation with a defined mission and vision, understanding the ultimate beneficiary of the work we do is our communities.
HumanAbility will achieve its objectives through:
Implementation of the Jobs & Skills Councils – Strengthening Australia's National Vocational Education and Training System program, or its replacement program, and similar programs supported by governments and/or industry; Workforce planning activities that develop strategies to address workforce challenges, using high-quality data and evidence on current and emerging skills needs (in collaboration with Jobs and Skills Australia) associated with a range of educational pathways, including vocational education and training (VET) and higher education; Formal and informal training product development, including resources aligned with standards set by Skills Ministers to improve the quality, speed-to-market and responsiveness of nationally recognised training products; Contributions to the implementation, promotion and monitoring of VET; and Industry stewardship to advance education by acting as a source of intelligence on issues affecting relevant industries and national training system opportunities. We have an opportunity for a Data Analyst to join us on a full-time basis in an ongoing capacity subject to funding (currently funded until mid-2026). The role may be located anywhere in Australia and will involve travel with overnight stays for organisation meetings, stakeholder meetings, workshops, and industry events.
About the Position As a Data Analyst at HumanAbility, you will contribute to our mission to enhance the vocational education and training system to support workforce development in our sectors. Your responsibilities will include leading and contributing to projects that require data collection, analysis, predictive modelling, data visualization and preparing easily understandable and informative reports that provide insights that support informed decision-making and program development.
Key Accountabilities Data Collection and Analysis
Gather data from primary and secondary sources, ensuring the upkeep of databases and data systems.Clean, Detect, examine, and decode trends or patterns within intricate datasets.Data Visualization and Reporting
Develop data dashboards, charts, and visual aids to support stakeholder engagement, informed decision-making and to underpin collaborative projects.Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations highlighting key findings and trends.Communicate data insights effectively to support decision-making.Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement
Collaborate with cross-functional teams on data collection, data analysis, and project management.Foster relationships with stakeholders that hold data sets, to support collaboration on projects, gather insights and share research outcomes.Stakeholder Engagement
Collaborate with external partners to gather insights and share research outcomes.Collaborate with cross-functional teams on data collection, data analysis and project management.Foster relationships with industry experts, educators, and policymakers.Other
Observe and follow work health, safety and wellbeing policies and guidelinesQualifications and Experience Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Data Science, Business Analytics, Applied Economics or comparable discipline. Proven experience in data analysis, data models, data mining, and segmentation techniques.Proficiency in statistical analysis tools and data analysis languages.Experience in data visualisation tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) and dashboard creation. High-level problem-solving and analytical skills. Including the ability to collect, organise, analyse and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.Well-developed written and verbal communication skills and ability to produce accurate, easy-to-read, and insightful reports and advice.Proven record of working effectively, both independently and as a collaborative team member.Demonstrated understanding and/or experience in at least one of: the national skills system, VET, public policy, working in a not-for-profit organisation, the health, human services, sport & recreation or early childhood education industry sectors, is desirable.Experience in working with or using customer journey mapping, design thinking and other behavioural insights or human centred design an advantage, is desirableInterested? We encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every single criterion. We value diverse experiences and perspectives, and your unique skills could be a great fit for our team.
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