NEMA Director, Data Analytics

Job Details

Job Req ID

NEMA - 141556

Location

ACT; QLD 

Employment Type

Ongoing, Full-time 

Classification

Executive Level 2 - $146,579.00 to $174,452.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

Contact Officer

Brooke Nicholas at Brooke.nicholas@nema.gov.au  

Office Arrangements

Flexible  - Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational requirements of the role.
 

About our opportunity

This process is being used to fill 1 immediate position/s. 

Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months anywhere in ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA.

About the National Emergency Management Agency

The National Emergency Management Agency's work has a real impact on the lives of Australians, particularly those living in rural and regional areas.

The National Emergency Management Agency's guiding principle is “Locally led, locally understood and locally implemented” and we bring together local communities, government, non-government and key industry representatives to support disaster recovery and resilience across the country.

Your work will help people who are recovering from natural disasters and prepare them for the future.

National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) was established on 1 September 2022 as a single, accountable Commonwealth authority that delivers a whole-of-nation approach to reducing disaster risk, planning, preparing for, responding to and recovering from all hazards across the emergency management continuum. 

NEMA works closely with states and territories to deliver the best outcome for communities across Australia. To help communities respond and recover, while preparing Australia for future emergencies, we:

• Fund programs and initiatives, big and small, that help communities in times of emergency, as well as to recover and prepare, including through disaster recovery funding and the Disaster Ready Fund to help reduce the risk and impact of disasters
• Have officers located across Australia, working in partnership with states and territories to support disaster-affected communities to collectively build resilience, reduce risk and harm, and effectively respond to and recover from disasters
• Provide national leadership to share knowledge, situational awareness, and trends in disaster efforts to inform, guide and shape the national picture and decision-making at the Commonwealth, state and local government level – including through policy development and strategy to improve risk reduction, resilience and recovery
• Provide round-the-clock all-hazards monitoring and operational coordination for domestic and international emergencies, including supply chain disruptions, critical infrastructure outages, biosecurity risks and widespread cyber-attacks, and through supporting preparedness and response activities, including through the operationalisation of the Australian Government Crisis Management Framework.
   

For further information on NEMA’s purpose, vision and values, please see the NEMA website.

Overview of the branch and section

The Data, Business Operations and Technology Branch is the central data and analytics, information technology, shared services, property, cyber and security team within the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), responsible for a broad range of critical agency functions.

• Technology Strategy and Operations deliver technology strategy and provides secure, reliable IT systems and services, including system implementation, maintenance, and support for agency operations
• Data and Analytics provides enterprise data leadership, governance, and analytical advice, including statistical analysis of disaster events, recovery efforts, and mitigation strategies. It leads quantitative data analysis and research, drives innovation in data visualisation and automation, supports self-service access to data and information, and delivers insights to inform evidence-based decision-making. Data and Analytics also provides geospatial analysis, mapping, and modelling to support situational awareness and operational decision-making
• Business Operations delivers enabling services including property and facilities, physical and personnel security, shared services, and business continuity planning to support organisational resilience.

By providing leadership in evidence-based decision-making, the Branch plays a pivotal role in supporting NEMA’s policy and programs and enabling corporate services to effectively support staff.

About the role

The Director of Data and Analytics, works closely with business areas across NEMA to identify current and emerging data needs, risks, and opportunities. The role provides leadership, subject matter expertise and strategic direction for data strategy, governance and the effective management of data across the agency.

The Director is responsible for defining and implementing initiatives to improve NEMA’s data maturity including agency-wide data literacy programs and strategic risk management across the data asset lifecycle. The role also leads a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-value data products, analytical platforms, and geospatial services that support operational and strategic outcomes.

The role partners with internal and external stakeholders to ensure data is trusted, secure, and appropriately accessible, enabling high quality, evidence-based decision-making across the agency. Operating in a dynamic environment, it requires flexibility to respond to emerging priorities, including security-related matters.

This role is located in either our Brisbane, QLD or Canberra, ACT offices. Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational requirements.

At times, staff within NEMA may be required to work outside of standard business hours, particularly during the higher risk weather season.

Our ideal candidate

We are looking for an individual who enjoys working in a rapidly evolving and forward-thinking environment. With a focus on safeguarding NEMA’s assets through governance, compliance and aligning security measures, our ideal candidate will help to maintain and further develop our information security processes. 

We encourage applications from First Nations people, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age people and people from other diverse backgrounds. We are committed to providing a working environment that values diversity and inclusion and supports staff to reach their full potential.

Duties and responsibilities

• Lead reform and change initiatives, including the design, implementation and embedding of policy, strategy and governance frameworks in a complex, multi stakeholder, government environment
• Develop and deliver enterprise-wide data strategies, including initiatives to lift data maturity and data literacy and driving organisational change
• Oversee the design, development, and maintenance of scalable data pipelines and infrastructure, including transition from on premise systems to modern cloud data platforms
• Build and maintain effective partnerships across business areas and enhance the reputation of the Data, Business Operations and Technology Branch
• Lead a multi-disciplinary team of data analysts and engineers to translate complex data into actionable insights and business strategies
• Manage data collection, governance and modelling, ensuring data integrity, compliance and privacy requirements are met
• Provide strategic advice and present data-driven insights to executives to inform decision-making
• Manage procurement, vendor engagement and contract performance to achieve value‑for‑money outcomes
• Manage and coordinate the section’s budget and resources to support the timely delivery of high-quality outputs
• Lead, coach and mentor a geographically dispersed team, providing clear direction and fostering a collaborative, high performing culture.

Role requirements/qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in data science, analytics, information systems, information technology, computer science, statistics, public policy, or a related discipline, or equivalent senior level experience are desirable
  
• Developed stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to influence stakeholders, and build and maintain strong relationships across NEMA and wider APS
  
• Proven experience in developing, implementing, and delivering complex cloud data warehouse and analytics services
  
• NV1 security clearance (or ability to obtain).

Assessment Process

The recruitment selection process for this round may include one or more of the following:

• Applicant response
• Interview
• Reference checks.

Applicant response

As part of your application, you will be required to prepare a one-page response document (minimum 11pt font in Microsoft Word or PDF format), which you will upload in the next section.

Please ensure you read the instructions carefully, noting failure to address identified requirements may lead to your application being deemed ineligible.

Please prepare a one-page Applicant Response in relation to the advertised role, outlining:

• How your skills, knowledge and experience will be relevant to this role
• Why you are interested in the role and what you can offer us
• Any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role.

How to apply

Prior to preparing your response it is recommended you review the Work Level Standards relevant to the classification you are applying to. It may also be useful to refer to the Integrated Leadership System information relevant to the classification. You are required to submit your application in the online recruitment system (ourPeople).

As part of your application, you will need to provide:

• Your CV
• Your Applicant Response document
• Details of two referees
• A copy of your qualification
• Include your full name and the Requisition Number - 141556 in the footer of any documents being uploaded.

Diversity and inclusion

The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability

Eligibility

To be eligible to work with the NEMA you must:

• Be an Australian Citizen
• Fulfil the Agency's minimum requirements by satisfactorily answering all screening questions during the application process and successfully undergo a National Police Check
• Obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 1 (AGSVA) security clearance
• Satisfy a probation period (if applicable)
• Undergo a health assessment (if applicable).

Technical assistance

If you are experiencing problems submitting your application online, please email the nature of the issues you are experiencing to recruitment@homeaffairs.gov.au including screen captures if necessary. A response will be sent during business hours.

Notes

The Agency offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position.

If you have identified as having a disability, please indicate whether you require any support throughout the selection process. For further information please contact recruitment@homeaffairs.gov.au.