• Position Posted: February 5, 2025
  • System Analyst SFIA 4 to 6
  • Department of Health and Aged Care
  • ACT, Woden
  • Number of Positions: One (1)

Reference:backfill
Job Description:System Analyst SFIA 4 to 6
Australian CitizenshipRequired
Security Clearance Level Required:Baseline
Length of Contract:until 31 December 2024
Contract Extension Options:12 months

Role Duties   Provide expert advice and analysis support for IT systems and/or process design and use technical expertise to contribute to the development of the Department’s IT strategic direction. Query and interpret data using efficient and effective SQL and provide sound advice on complex data/information related matters to deliver quality solutions.Analyse data identifying the data structures and relationships that exist in the available sources of data including data flows, lineage and definitions.Identify issues and assess their significance in the development of applications, tools and process automation that support the achievement of business outcomes. Recognise and resolve issues impacting on database designs, application and database performance and make recommendations for solutions that meet operational needs and deliver on improvements.Lead the investigation of systems resource usage in various environments using performance testing and tuning methodologies and apply audit and forecasting methodologies to the analysis to ensure minimal impact on business operations. Liaise with stakeholders to analyse and understand system requirements and leverage expertise to solve complex issues.Lead user research activities, including testing phases to support quality assurance measures for the solution design. Manage a range of systems performance enhancements through the change process and be responsible for meeting service level targets.   
Role Responsibilities Plan and facilitate workshops with business, Project SME’s and business analyst representatives to clarify requirements and present design solutions. Produce detailed solutions, data models, Dashboards, reports etc. demonstrating how the solution addresses business needs.Lead and Manage business stakeholders to ensure engagement is collegial, productive and to mitigate risks related to business sign-off. Lead discussions for technical issues/solutions with both technical and non-technical staff. Managing or supervising team of System Analysts and managing work priorities to ensure the team is focused on the highest value initiatives. Work with application development teams to implement strategies, build data flows and develop data models.  Supervise and develop by mentoring whilst maintaining positive relationships with own team and engage in knowledge transfer.  Develop and maintain positive relationships with a range of stakeholders. Lead and drive innovation and promote a culture of continuous improvement, works collaboratively and willingly share information and work with peers to streamline processes and create efficiencies.Develop and enhance system. Work with pipeline and business to provide effort estimates, prioritize business and information needs.analysis capability within the team through coaching, providing performance feedback and knowledge sharing. Discuss, interpret and assist with resolution of technical issues associated with data modelling activities.   

Qualifications (mandatory and/or desirable)

  • Bachelor’s degree in IT; or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum 2-3 years experience of data analysis.
  • Understanding of Data Warehouse principles and standards.

Experience with the following:

  • Data analysis – using data base querying tools such as SQL, PL-SQL.
  • Understanding of various database platforms (i.e. Oracle, SQL Server).
  • Data management principles such as Metadata management, Data governance and Data quality.
  • Strong liaison and interpersonal skills including the ability to:
  • Engage with requesting business areas and other project stakeholders,
  • Discuss technical matters with both technical and non-technical staff,
  • Negotiate outcomes between business and technical areas,

Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team undertaking multiple projects and maintenance activities with potentially competing priorities.


Full response will be required by:CV only required by 10 February

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