Assistant Director - Data Analytics

Assistant Director - Data Analytics

Position number:AUD01194 Salary:Level 7 - $128,077 to $136,891 pa + superannuation - PSCSAA 2022 Work type: Permanent - Full Time Location:Perth Closing date:2024-03-06 12:00 PM

Attachments:- JDF - FOR - L7 - Assistant DirectorData Analytics.pdf

• OAG - Applicant Information Pack

Do you enjoy working with a variety of data sources and applying specialised Data Analytics techniques to produce quality outcomes?

Do you enjoy leading a team of data professionals to provide analytical solutions to complex problems?

If so, WE WANT YOU!

In this position you will be part of the Forensic Audit team, conducting detailed examinations to identify vulnerabilities to, and potential indicators of, suspected fraud or misconduct in public sector entities.

You will lead a team of data professionals in developing and deploying solutions for the optimisation of data collection, storage, analysis and visualisation using a variety of analytic tools and technologies which support the conduct of forensic audits.

The Forensic Audit team plays an important role of reviewing fraud risk management practices across public sector entities within the financial management and probity functions and providing recommendations for improvement. The Forensic Audit team may also work in consultation with other integrity agencies where further investigation is required.

We currently have one full time, permanent position available.

Permanent residency is a mandatory requirement for a permanent appointment; however, suitable fixed term appointments may be considered if the successful applicant is not a permanent resident. To meet the requirement for fixed term contract employment opportunities you must be able to provide evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.

This process may also be used to fill other similar vacancies (permanent, fixed term, full-time or part time) within six months of the date of completion of the recruitment process.

Please refer to the attached JDF for more detailed position information.

Want to apply?

Applications are made online. You are required to provide:

• a current comprehensive CV
• a two page statement setting out examples of your experience with respect to the Essential Capabilities - Technical in the attached JDF
• a copy of your relevant qualifications.

This opportunity closes on Wednesday, 6 March 2024 at 12 noon (AWST).

Please note that interviews will be held from the week beginning 18 March 2024.

The OAG conducts employment screening for successful applicants, including a national police clearance. An Australian Government security clearance may be undertaken, if required for the role.

For further information about these positions please contact Sarah Thorburn, Director Forensic Audit on (08) 6557 7759 or sarah.thorburn@audit.wa.gov.au .

About the OAG

The Office of the Auditor General for Western Australia is an independent integrity agency reporting directly to Parliament on public sector accountability and performance. We help Parliament hold government to account; are a key source of independent and objective information to the community; and help promote change to improve public services.

We offer an interesting, varied and rewarding career experience working across 170 State and 148 local government entities.

At the OAG we have a strong focus on embracing and celebrating diversity. We provide flexible work and leave arrangements, and a range of additional employment benefits to enable staff to balance their work and other commitments. This includes:

• specialised training and development to support your continuing professional development requirements
• up to an additional four weeks' leave per year through flexible work arrangements
• 13 weeks' long service leave after seven years
• up to three Public Service Holidays per year
• cultural leave.

You can find out more about what we do by visiting our website, and don't forget to follow us on LinkedIn.

We are an inclusive workplace that genuinely values diversity of thought, perspective and experience. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, youth and other diversity groups. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.

Serving the public interest by an informed Parliament and community

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Position Title Assistant Director - Data Analytics Agency Office of the Auditor General Salary Level 7 - $128,077 to $136,891 pa + superannuation - PSCSAA 2022 Location Perth Unit/Division Forensic Audit Branch Work Type Permanent - Full Time Position No. AUD01194 Closing Date 2024-03-06 12:00 PM

Position Title Assistant Director - Data Analytics Branch Location Perth Work Type Permanent - Full Time Closing Date 2024-03-06 12:00 PM Salary Level 7 - $128,077 to $136,891 pa + superannuation - PSCSAA 2022 Agency Office of the Auditor General

Company Information Description

Do you enjoy working with a variety of data sources and applying specialised Data Analytics techniques to produce quality outcomes?

Do you enjoy leading a team of data professionals to provide analytical solutions to complex problems?

If so, WE WANT YOU!

In this position you will be part of the Forensic Audit team, conducting detailed examinations to identify vulnerabilities to, and potential indicators of, suspected fraud or misconduct in public sector entities.

You will lead a team of data professionals in developing and deploying solutions for the optimisation of data collection, storage, analysis and visualisation using a variety of analytic tools and technologies which support the conduct of forensic audits.

The Forensic Audit team plays an important role of reviewing fraud risk management practices across public sector entities within the financial management and probity functions and providing recommendations for improvement. The Forensic Audit team may also work in consultation with other integrity agencies where further investigation is required.

We currently have one full time, permanent position available.

Permanent residency is a mandatory requirement for a permanent appointment; however, suitable fixed term appointments may be considered if the successful applicant is not a permanent resident. To meet the requirement for fixed term contract employment opportunities you must be able to provide evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.

This process may also be used to fill other similar vacancies (permanent, fixed term, full-time or part time) within six months of the date of completion of the recruitment process.

Please refer to the attached JDF for more detailed position information.

Want to apply?

Applications are made online. You are required to provide:

• a current comprehensive CV
• a two page statement setting out examples of your experience with respect to the Essential Capabilities - Technical in the attached JDF
• a copy of your relevant qualifications.

This opportunity closes on Wednesday, 6 March 2024 at 12 noon (AWST).

Please note that interviews will be held from the week beginning 18 March 2024.

The OAG conducts employment screening for successful applicants, including a national police clearance. An Australian Government security clearance may be undertaken, if required for the role.

For further information about these positions please contact Sarah Thorburn, Director Forensic Audit on (08) 6557 7759 or sarah.thorburn@audit.wa.gov.au .

About the OAG

The Office of the Auditor General for Western Australia is an independent integrity agency reporting directly to Parliament on public sector accountability and performance. We help Parliament hold government to account; are a key source of independent and objective information to the community; and help promote change to improve public services.

We offer an interesting, varied and rewarding career experience working across 170 State and 148 local government entities.

At the OAG we have a strong focus on embracing and celebrating diversity. We provide flexible work and leave arrangements, and a range of additional employment benefits to enable staff to balance their work and other commitments. This includes:

• specialised training and development to support your continuing professional development requirements
• up to an additional four weeks' leave per year through flexible work arrangements
• 13 weeks' long service leave after seven years
• up to three Public Service Holidays per year
• cultural leave.

You can find out more about what we do by visiting our website, and don't forget to follow us on LinkedIn.

We are an inclusive workplace that genuinely values diversity of thought, perspective and experience. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, youth and other diversity groups. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.

Attachments - JDF - FOR - L7 - Assistant DirectorData Analytics.pdf

• OAG - Applicant Information Pack

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