Do you want to work for an iconic Western Australian organisation committed to changing lives and making a difference to your community?A job to be proud of: As Manager Operational Analytics at St John WA you will lead a unit of specialists who use data to help our people make informed decisions to better serve the community.This permanent full-time position reports to the Senior Manager Data Science and Analytics, and is based at our State Office in Belmont.The broader Data Science and Analytics team operates as an in-house consulting function for analysis and decision support services, translating business problems into: Analysis; Automated information products; Advanced analytics and data science services; and/or Advice and recommendations.Current members of the team have diverse backgrounds with qualifications including physics, mathematics, engineering, law, psychology, and business, and have previously worked across the government, private, academic, consulting, and defence sectors.What you will do : As Manager Operational Analytics you'll be responsible for leadership and management of your unit (consisting of around six Business Intelligence Analysts at various levels), including: Provide data and statistical analysis to guide decisions of key stakeholders including the CEO, Board, Executive and senior leaders, Department of Health and State Parliament; Overseeing the delivery of intelligence and analytics products, services, and projects; Managing day to day operations including task allocation, scheduling, and decision making; Investing in the team's people through coaching, training programs, and structured development pathways; Establishing appropriate processes, templates, and frameworks to support delivery of high quality intelligence and analytics products in a timely manner; Collaborating with other Managers within the Data Science and Analytics team, as part of a flexible and high performing collective, to balance resourcing and ensure consistent messaging and approaches across the team; and Engaging with the Senior Manager Data Science and Analytics to agree priorities in line with strategic objectives, contractual requirements, and operational imperatives.What you will need: 4+ years of experience in data and analytics focussed roles; Demonstrated experience in leadership and/or formal management roles – including the ability to manage, develop, and support a high performing team; Excellent critical thinking skills; Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of best practices in converting data to actionable information via delivery of analysis, insights, and reporting; Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate between business and technical domains; and Strong project management skills and demonstrated experience delivering analytics projects, preferably in a large and complex organisation.Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications in a quantitative subject (such as mathematics, business, science, engineering, or information technology) or extensive professional experience in a relevant field.What's in it for you?The successful candidate will be offered an engaging working environment within a positive and professional team along with: Salary packaging options; 17.5% leave loading; $1,200 clothing allowance; $550 Health and Wellness reimbursement; Flexible working hours; Two additional leave days per year; Free first aid training and emergency ambulance cover; and Free onsite parking.Are you ready to change lives?To apply for this exciting opportunity please select "Apply Now".Applications must include a comprehensive CV, and a cover letter of no more than two (2) pages, that clearly outlines: Why this opportunity interests you and your motivation to apply; and An example of a project you have led that involved using data to inform operational decision making.For further information regarding the role please contact Katherine Park - Talent Sourcing Specialist on 9334 8273 or ******.Applications close 30th of October at 6pm.St John WA is committed to creating an inclusive environment which provides a sense of belonging and enables a welcoming, diverse, capable and connected workforce who represent the community we serve.Our goal is to ensure people feel safe to be themselves.We actively encourage applications from people of all ages, genders, nationalities, abilities, and cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, and all other suitable applicants.Please note that St John will not accept recruitment agency applications for this position.St John reserves the right to select a shortlist from the applications received.The selection process employed will be at the discretion of St John