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Senior Lead, Research and Analytics
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Salary: $116,413 - $140,849 (Plus Superannuation)
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Ongoing role
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Usual hours of work: Full time (flexibility may be available)
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Usual work location: 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne (flexibility may be available)
The Role
Reporting to the Manager, Tourism Policy and Research, the role has effective, persuasive writing and presentation skills, excellent interpersonal skills to support the delivery of the Victorian Government's visitor economy priorities, and works effectively as a member of a team in providing support across the branch.
The successful applicant will need to demonstrate:
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Strong quantitative, economic and data interpretation skills with the ability to critically examine key issues and implications of research findings.
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Demonstrated ability to apply research outcomes to the development and evaluation of business planning, and identification of market opportunities, and industry and policy initiatives.
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Proven experience contributing to policy development and/or implementation in a State or Commonwealth public service setting.
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Ability to work collaboratively and motivate others to deliver critical and timely tourism research insights and policy advice, and develop effective working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders in the private and public sectors.
The Team
The position of Senior Lead, Research and Analytics forms a part of the Tourism, Events and Entities branch within the Sport and Experience Economy group.
Sport and Experience Economy (SEE) Group delivers programs and initiatives to support positive experiences and a sense of belonging through sport, tourism, events and outdoor recreation – sectors that make Victoria a recognised leader from the grassroots level to the international stage and deliver significant economic, social and health benefits for the state.
About You
The successful candidate will ideally have the following skills and experience:
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Data Literacy: Derives value from data sets to enable immediate and/or future decision making (predictive). Has expertise in formulation of basic data models or algorithms.
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Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Delivers tangible business outcomes as a result of critically evaluating problems from multiple perspectives and delivering effective solutions.
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Policy Design and Development: Considers impact of policy to strategic plans, community needs, complementing programs and policies across the service.
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A tertiary qualification in public policy, economics or another relevant field would be well regarded.
Further Information
For a confidential discussion, please contact Cathy Crooks, Manager Tourism Policy and Research on
[email protected]
The Department is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to taking the necessary steps to protect children from harm by adopting a preventative, proactive and participatory approach to child safety in accordance with the Child Safe Standards.
Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with the Department. For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description.
Please note: We are committed to inclusive recruitment. If you require an adjustment to participate in any stage o f the recruitment process or have a particular requirement to be communicated with by either telephone or email only, please notify the DJSIR Talent Acquisition Team on 0472 875 685, or via email at
[email protected] with the position number in the subject line.
How to Apply
Please click the ‘Apply Now' button. As part of the application process, you will need to provide a copy of your resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined in the position description.
Applications close at 23:59pm on 23 June 2026.
