ASO6 Senior Business Analyst

Job Description

Department of State Development Job reference: 659436Location: 5000 - ADELAIDEJob status: Long Term ContractEligibility: Open to EveryoneAbout Us The Department of State Development is working to shape South Australia’s future by driving economic growth. Our role is to ensure that South Australia capitalises on the opportunities before us, to ensure that we are well-positioned to take advantage of the state’s significant economic opportunities. As a newly created agency in 2024, we continue to drive our state forward and we want you to join us on this journey. Working at DSD will provide you with an exciting opportunity to contribute to the delivery of some of the government’s major economic initiatives, and importantly, make a lasting positive difference and contribute to the prosperity of our state. We take pride in being an employer of choice and providing a work environment that is vibrant and rewarding for people of all levels. Help us shape our state’s economic future and position South Australia on the national and global stage. For More Information About Our Agency, Please Visit Department of State Development | statedevelopment.sa.gov.au About The Role Working as part of the Analytics and Information Systems team, the Senior Business Analyst is responsible for delivering a range of business improvement services to support skills and employment strategic objectives, with a focus on designing and implementing organisational systems and processes. This role requires collaborating with key stakeholders to support business priorities through combinations of suitable ICT solutions and business practices. More Specifically, You Will Coordinate and conduct complex business process analysis to drive strategic outcomes, mitigate risks, and ensure alignment with organisational objectives, milestones, and strategic plans. Collaborate across the Directorate to identify key challenges, assess business improvement opportunities, and implement high-impact solutions. Provide expert input in business process design, ensuring the efficient operation of value streams, resource allocation, and scheduling frameworks. Conduct in-depth analysis to ensure the timely and accurate reporting of critical testing outcomes, identifying key trends and areas for enhancement. Provide strategic guidance on change management initiatives, including readiness assessments, stakeholder engagement, and execution strategies. Build and strengthen key relationships within the Directorate to design and implement advanced data analysis frameworks to generate actionable insights, enhancing business intelligence capabilities. Key Competencies To succeed in this role, you will be able to demonstrate: Proven experience in analysing strategic business needs, processes and systems, collaborating with business units and ICT specialists to develop and implement effective businesses practices, operational policies and ICT solutions. Demonstrated ability to lead strategic business improvement efforts, including developing and executing comprehensive plans, strategies, business cases, policies, and procedures. Expertise in evaluating the effectiveness of critical testing processes, implemented changes, and business improvements through robust analytical approaches and timely, accurate reporting. Sound knowledge of skills and employment policy objectives, with the ability to translate them into operational system requirements and effective business processes. You Will Also Have Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex issues, apply lateral thinking, and develop innovative, practical solutions that enhance operational efficiency. Strong communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain strategic networks, facilitate collaboration, and drive stakeholder engagement. The ability to work independently under broad direction, effectively prioritising strategic activities to meet performance outcomes in dynamic environments with competing priorities. Remuneration Competitive salary will be offered as $98,478 to $104,165 pa plus superannuation. Benefits Bringing your talent to the Department of State Development will see you rewarded with a wide variety of benefits such as: A variety of leave arrangements. Contemporary office space with end-of-trip facilities. Work-life balance with a flexible hybrid work arrangement. Access to great customised training and career development opportunities. Qualifications Essential: Qualification, or related experience, in relevant discipline. Desirable: Nil. Special Conditions This position will be offered as a full-time contract up to 2 years. A Satisfactory Department of Human Services Criminal History Check or National Police Check (NPC) and Working with Children Check will be required prior to employment. Enquiries For confidential enquiries or further information about the role, please contact Peter Lim, Manager, Analytics and Information Systems via How To Apply All applications must be submitted through the I Work For SA website. Applicants Are Required To Submit The Following Cover letter demonstrating the suitability for the role by addressing the key competencies (2 pages max). Curriculum Vitae (4 pages max). Prepare 3 referees (at least one should be current or recent line manager), to be provided on request. Pre-employment Declaration Form – find the attachment on the job advert. Applications close: 26/03/2025 11:00 PMAttachments ASO6 Senior Business Analyst Position Description - March 2025.pdf Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf Flexibility Statement The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr