APS5 Data Analyst (Demography and Life Expectancy) – Identified Position

The AIHW’s APS employee census results attest to our positive and supportive workplace culture. We are an inclusive, flexible, and productive workplace where people are treated with respect and courtesy, and diverse and unique attributes are recognised and valued.

Our results also show that we achieved top ten rankings in staff engagement, communication, wellbeing and SES manager scales out of 107 APS agencies.

We offer a range of benefits including:

• access to flexible working arrangements to support your work/life balance
• attractive remuneration packages including generous superannuation and leave provisions
• challenging and fulfilling work where you can use your skills and expertise
• opportunities for professional development including study assistance

We are committed to creating genuine opportunities for everyone and we welcome applications from First Nations people(s), people with disability, LGBTIQA+, neurodiverse people and people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

The AIHW has offices in Canberra and Sydney and offers remote work opportunities for many roles.

For more information, visit the Benefits of working for the AIHW page of our website.

The First Nations Health and Welfare Group provides leadership, both internally and externally to the AIHW, as well as analysis and reporting of information and statistics about the health and welfare of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Regional Insights Unit is responsible for a range of data projects about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities.

The work in the unit includes ongoing updates and enhancements to the Regional Insights for Indigenous Communities website and the Urban Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Equity Dashboards, undertaking Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander life expectancy estimates using linked data, and partnering with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and stakeholders to develop regional and community data profiles.

Under general direction you will:

• Work with complex datasets, including linked administrative data, to undertake data extraction, analysis, modelling and reporting that inform policy, research and decision-making.
• Undertake statistical analyses and apply advanced analytical techniques, including Bayesian modelling, to generate robust insights from large and complex data sources.
• Collaborate with external expert advisors and communicate with advisory group members to develop, refine and validate methodologies, and to support the interpretation and communication of analytical findings.
• Develop data visualisations, reports and other analytical products, and communicate technical findings clearly and effectively to a range of technical and non-technical audiences.
• Respond to stakeholder information requests and build productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage competing priorities and contributing to multiple projects in a dynamic, collaborative team environment.

This is an identified position. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural knowledge, lived experience, networks and the ability to work effectively with First Nations peoples, organisations and communities are genuine occupational requirements of these role.

• be an Australian citizen
• undergo any required pre-employment checks, including a police records check
• obtain and maintain a valid Security Clearance if required by the institute
• a probationary period of six (6) months will apply to any new engagement to the APS. 

Please submit your application online via the AIHW e-Recruit system. When applying online for the first time, you will need to register and provide a valid email address. Your application must include:

• A summary of your relevant skills and experience and explain why you would be the best person for the role. Your response should align with the position summary and selection criteria information above and must be no more than 750 words.
• Your current CV and the names of two referees.