Data Support Analyst

Location
Melbourne City Centre VIC•Hybrid work
 
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Employee assistance program
 
Full job description
Help strengthen public sector data and insights that guide decisions for Victoria.

This role is a chance to build your data skills and apply them to real projects, giving you hands-on experience in reporting, analysis and survey work.

What you'll do

As a Data Support Analyst you will:

support the collection, checking and management of workforce data across the Victorian public sector
prepare reports, dashboards and charts to make data clear, accurate and useful
assist with data extraction, quality checks and information requests
support the team's work in delivering the People matter employee opinion survey and other data collection projects.
Who we're looking for

We are seeking someone who:

has skills in Excel and SQL to clean, organise and analyse data
works well with others and adapts to change
is interested in developing further skills in reporting, analytics and data quality.
At the Commission we value respect, integrity, fairness, accountability, leadership and human rights.

This is an opportunity to use your data skills to support better outcomes for the Victorian public sector.

If this role sounds like you, submit an up-to-date CV and cover letter that outlines why you're the right person for the job. You do not need to supply individual responses to the key selection criteria

Who we are

The Victorian Public Sector Commission plays a key role in stewardship of the public sector. It works to strengthen the efficiency, effectiveness and capability of the public sector and maintain, and advocate for, public sector professionalism and integrity. Your contribution will help shape and lead strategic government directions across Victoria.

Why you should join us

We are proud to offer you the opportunity to work with purpose and make a positive impact on the Victorian community.

You'll collaborate with stakeholders across the Victorian public sector to deliver meaningful work supporting the Victorian Government's strategic priorities.

We offer:

Flexible and hybrid work
Learning and development opportunities
Employee assistance program and wellbeing initiatives
Inclusive work environment, including workplace adjustments
How to apply

Applications including a cover letter with your resume, outlining your skills, knowledge and qualities that will make you a success within the VPSC are to be submitted online by selecting the `Apply Now" button.

Applications close at midnight on Sunday, 28 September 2026

Request for reasonable adjustments

The VPSC values the contribution of all employees and fair and equitable treatment of all people is integral to all activities. As such, the VPSC offers reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities on request. It is our policy to provide adjustments for people with disability, mental illness and/or a health condition and carers of people with disability. To request an adjustment, please follow the process on our policy page.

Other relevant information

A position description is attached. For enquiries, please refer to the contact on the position description.

Employment screening, including criminal history, confirmation of experience and stated qualifications, screening of misconduct, Australian working rights and other relevant checks form part of the candidate suitability evaluation process. Where applicable, this applies to current VPS employees.