The key duties of the position include:The RoleNavy Data and Information Branch is looking for a Data Officer who can collaborate across our multi-disciplinary team to understand stakeholder needs and deliver fit-for-purpose data analytics products from multiple information and data sources.
The Data Officer will support the development of analytical products for the Navy’s operations through collecting data from multiple sources, cleaning and analysing large data sets, organising information, creating applications that translate data and identify patterns using their database administration and analytics knowledge. The Data Officer will ensure the delivery of analytical products and reports that support the Defence’s vision for data driven decision making and enterprise level solutions.
About our TeamThe Navy Data and Information Branch within Navy Headquarters supports Deputy Chief of Navy with the development and implementation of the Defence enterprise solution into the Navy organisation. This includes the Navy Data & Information Management and data analytic programs and capabilities. The Navy Data Synchronisation directorate is an integrated team of military, Australian Public Servants and contractors that provide governance and assurance support to Director General Navy Data and Information Branch.
The Data Synchronisation directorate is newly restructured under the leadership of the Director – Navy Data Synchronisation to align with emerging Navy and Defence outcomes. The section engage with many stakeholders within Navy and Defence to achieve best practice within Navy and champion Navy’s interests within Defence. Our Key Responsibilities:
To act as a single point of contact, to deliver all necessary maritime data, advice and support to the Defence ERP Program and One Defence Data Strategy.
To support Navy for data transformation to enable real-time decision making.
Promote the data literacy and capability frameworks in order to upskill the Navy workforce.
Lead and manage data governance activities, policy implementation, development of frameworks and guidelines; best practice analytics, tools and technologies.
Our Ideal CandidateOur ideal candidate will have:
Demonstrated strategic and analytical skills including the ability to interpret and synthesise information from a range of sources.
Good organisational skills and ability to adapt to evolving work priorities. Ability to work both independently and productively as part of a team, and to meet deadlines.
Excellent writing skills, including the ability to translate findings from data analysis to written reports, oral presentations, or dashboard that may be delivered to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Proficiency in database management systems (e.g., SQL) and one or more programming/scripting languages such as R and Python.
Expertise with visualisation tools (such as SAP Analytics Cloud, ERP systems, Power BI including DAX, Power query, and/or tableau) including building and managing dashboards and reports.
Demonstrated ability at creating technical documentation for technical maintenance and training purposes.
EligibilitySecurity ClearanceApplicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance of 'Negative Vetting 1'.
Getting to know the Department of DefenceThe Department of Defence employs around 18,000 Australian Public Service (APS) employees. Defence APS employees work in a wide variety of critical roles, Australia wide, enabling our three services Navy, Army and Air Force, to do their job. Defence has a range of Australian Public Service (APS) career opportunities that offer interesting, challenging, and unique work. Our workforce includes administrative support, accountants, intelligence analysts, engineers, policy advisors, graphic designers, lawyers, social workers, IT specialists and contract managers to name a few. We offer a rewarding career that includes professional development, work-life balance, recognition, a flexible and supportive work environment and a diverse workforce. To find out more about a career with Defence please visit https://www.defence.gov.au/jobs-careers