Shape data strategies that directly impact on the university's future
direction and success.
Transform the planning and analytics function, driving a culture of
innovation and excellence.
Support strategic initiatives that enhance university performance,
community engagement, and research impact.
The role
Full Time- Fixed Term (5 years)
Senior Level 4 $ 206,852 - $ 258,565
Flexible working options available.
Are you ready to make an impact and lead transformative change? We are looking
for a Director of Planning and Analytics to shape the future of data-driven
decision-making at Charles Sturt University. In this highly visible role, you
will lead a critical function that impacts performance, growth, and
achievement of our strategic objectives.
Reporting directly to the Chief Information and Digital Officer who is also
the Chief Data Officer, you will lead a dedicated team of professionals to
deliver key insights and analytics that inform decision making across the
university. You will be empowered to enhance business intelligence, analytics,
and governance capabilities, ensuring we remain agile and innovative in a
rapidly changing sector.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the Office of Planning and Analytics in delivering market
intelligence, performance insights, and data-driven decision support.
Provide insights on higher education policy/ funding arrangements changes
for the Executive Leadership Team
Drive the strategic development of the University's data analytics
strategy, in line with long-term goals.
Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure data is used as a strategic
asset.
Ensure compliance with government reporting obligations and provide
actionable insights to senior leaders.
Champion data culture across the University, fostering innovation and
excellence in all areas of our operations.
To be considered you will have:
Have extensive data analytics experience & expertise.
A deep understanding of the higher education sector, policies, and
strategic challenges.
Demonstrated success leading and developing high performing teams.
Exceptional stakeholder management, communication and influencing
capabilities.
A passion for innovation and continuous improvement.
About us
The Office of Planning and Analytics (OPA) operates under the guidance of
the Chief Information and Digital Officer who is also the Chief Data Officer
within the Division of Information Technology, Digital and Data, which falls
under the Chief Operating Officers' Portfolio. The OPA team provide
information, business intelligence tools, and analysis to support performance
monitoring, decision-making and strategy development.
The team is also responsible for producing and submitting government
compliance data, providing marketing insights, internal performance reporting,
and load management and projection.
We are a university of the land and people of our regions. True to the
character of regional Australia we have gumption, we have soul and we
collaborate with others. We develop holistic, far-sighted people who help
their communities grow and flourish.
The Wiradjuri phrase yindyamarra winhanganha means the wisdom of
respectfully knowing how to live well in a world worth living in. This phrase
represents who we are at Charles Sturt University – our ethos. It comes from
traditional Indigenous Australian knowledge, but it also speaks to the mission
of universities – to develop and spread wisdom to make the world a better
place.
Harnessing technology, we thrive as a distributed yet connected community,
welcoming and engaging with people across Australia and the world.
Charles Sturt University is an equal opportunity employer committed to
diversity and inclusion. This is demonstrated through our Athena SWAN Bronze
Institutional Award and our participation as a member in the Australian
Workplace Equality Index. Applications are encouraged from Indigenous
Australians; people with a disability; women (particularly for senior and
non-traditional roles); people who identify as LGBTIQA+; and those from
culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
To apply
Click the button and complete your application online, submit a
“statement of suitability” demonstrating your interest, skills, knowledge
and/or experience relevant to the position (referencing the selection
criteria in the position description) and upload your CV. If you experience
difficulties applying online or for further information on completing the
application process please visit our how to apply page or contact us.
Further information
Additional information is available in the position description or by
contacting:
Helen Jessop Chief Information & Digital Officer
[email protected]
Closing Date: 11 pm, 15 September 2024
