About the Role
We are currently seeking a Senior Data and Research Analyst to join us in the Productivity Commission’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Stream.
As a member of our dedicated Reporting team, your work will contribute to progressing matters of importance that inform policy and improve outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. This includes reporting on governments’ progress towards their commitments under the National Agreement on Closing the Gap and, developing and maintaining the Closing the Gap Information Repository.
About you
Your ability to undertake research and data analysis specific to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Stream, will be a key strength. You have strong conceptual and analytical skills and demonstrated experience working with data, preparing quality research papers, case studies and technical specifications.
Essentially, you demonstrate and are committed to building meaningful relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as a working knowledge of Indigenous Data Sovereignty and Indigenous Data Governance. You also have knowledge of and understand First Nations cultures, histories and perspectives.
An academic qualification in an area such as public policy, social policy, economics, law, statistics and data analysis, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander studies is desirable.
Diversity and inclusion are valued at the Productivity Commission, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, who bring significant capabilities and perspectives to our work.
For comprehensive details about the role, responsibilities and selection criteria, please read the Position Description.
A merit pool of suitable candidates may be established and used to fill similar future vacancies either on an ongoing or non-ongoing basis.
Position eligibility requirements
To be eligible for employment with the Productivity Commission, applicants must:
- be an Australian citizen or hold an Australian Citizenship
- be willing to undergo a security and character clearance (which may include, but not limited to, completing an identity verification check, police check, and obtaining/maintaining an Australian Government security vetting clearance if required by the role)
- provide evidence of mandatory qualifications (if applicable).
Identified position
It is essential the successful candidate has a comprehensive understanding of issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The candidate should also have the ability to communicate with sensitivity and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, community organisations and peak bodies.
APS RecruitAbility Scheme
RecruitAbility is an affirmative measure that provides progression of applicants with disability to the next stage in a selection process if they have been assessed as meeting the minimum requirements of the job. For further information please refer to the Australian Public Service Commission RecruitAbility Guidance.
How to apply
Please click the "apply" button below and complete the application form by the closing date, including the following:
- a one-page pitch that tells us about you and why you believe you are suited to the role, with consideration to the position description
- your résumé with your relevant recent work experience, qualifications and achievements
- details of two referees (at least one current or previous supervisor) who can attest to your work experience. Referees will not be contacted without prior consent.