Business Analysts

Job Reference: 1197109

Digital & Technology Solutions (DTS)

Embark on an Exciting Tech Journey with Curtin University!

Are you passionate about technology, innovation, and driving change? Join us as we celebrate the successful completion of our digital transformation! Curtin University, a forward-thinking institution, is now leveraging major platforms like Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft, and ServiceNow to deliver cutting-edge digital experiences for our students and staff.

In anticipation for the next phase of our digital roadmap, we are seeking a Business Analysts for our IT Product Delivery team. If you enjoy technology, transformation, continual innovation, and change, we extend a warm invitation to you to join our forward-thinking team. Be a driving force in our journey of evolution at Curtin University!
  
Your new role

Our IT Product Delivery team is focused on developing new and enhancing existing software solutions for teaching, learning and business areas at Curtin.

We currently have 2 x positions available:

• Business Analyst – Full time, permanent (continuing) opportunity

As a Business Analyst, you will be at the forefront of driving change and ensuring that our products remain ahead of the curve. In this role, you will have the opportunity to delve deep into the university’s needs, across diverse projects and business areas, ensuring that our digital offerings are cutting edge and fit for purpose.

• Senior Business Analyst – Full time, 12 month fixed term contract

As a Senior Business Analyst, you will provide high level support to our Enterprise Application Management team with a focus on delivering dynamic change management strategies to support the smooth adoption of new technologies and processes.
  
Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate and Innovate: Work closely with stakeholders to gather requirements and identify business needs, bringing fresh ideas and innovative solutions to the table.
• Bridge the Gap: Facilitate seamless communication between technical teams and business stakeholders, ensuring everyone is aligned and working towards a common goal.
• Show the way: Support the smooth adoption of transformational technologies and processes by communicating and modelling change management strategies.
• Ensure Alignment: Conduct thorough impact assessments to ensure that proposed changes are not only beneficial but fully aligned with our overarching business objectives.
• Drive Improvement: Analyse existing systems and processes with a keen eye for improvement, constantly seeking ways to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

 We are looking for someone with:         

• Extensive experience in the analysis, documentation and mapping of business processes.
• Demonstrated high level project management skills with the ability to manage and implement project plans to achieve desired outcomes within budget and resourcing constraints.
• A collaborative and inclusive approach to problem solving with the ability to break down complex ideas into actionable tasks.
• Strong experience and commitment to the implementation of best practice, business process improvement and client focused service management and delivery standards to deliver effective and efficient services.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage and work with vendors, business areas, and internal teams to advance the delivery of services or solutions.
• High level organisational skills and a good understanding of a variety of delivery methodologies, both Agile and traditional.
• Knowledge and experience with Cloud platforms, including those from AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud.
• Familiarity with the ServiceNow platform.
• Recognised Agile or SAFe certification.

You will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role to be considered. As this position is based at our Curtin Bentley campus, candidates are expected to either be currently located in Perth, WA, or express a willingness to relocate. Please note: Relocation and sponsorship support will not be provided for this position.
  
To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Adrian Wood - Practice Lead, Business Analysis at ******@curtin.edu.au.
  
About us
  
We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, and endless food options including a supermarket.
  
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of diverse gender, sex and sexuality, people with disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

For more information about our university, please visit www.curtin.edu.au

Join us!

To apply, please provide your CV and a cover letter to allow us to assess your suitability for this role. 

To view a copy of the Position Descriptions, please copy and paste the following link into your web browser.

Business Analyst: https://tinyurl.com/22nksxur
Senior Business Analyst: https://tinyurl.com/yc5w4f7v
  
Applications close: 12:15PM AWST Sunday 5 May 2024

What we offer

• Global Excellence: Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2023 rankings.
• Adaptable Work Environment: While our primary office is located at our Bentley Campus, we understand the importance of flexibility in today's work environment. Hybrid working arrangements are provided in accordance with business needs.
• Salary Packaging: Enjoy the perks of a generous superannuation contribution (17%) and customisable salary packaging benefits through Paywise.
• Competitive Leave Entitlements: Experience the added value of 17.5% Leave Loading, with the option to be paid out or taken as additional leave. Benefit from Parental Leave (26 weeks for the primary caregiver), Annual Leave (20 days), Personal Leave (14 days), Curtin University Leave (2 days), Study Leave, and Community Service Leave. Plus, access to Long Service Leave after 7 years of continuous service (65 days/13-week entitlement for full-time staff).
• Career and Development Opportunities: In line with our Curtin 2030 Strategic Plan, Curtin is committed to providing an inspiring, rewarding, and meaningful experience for our staff -empowering them to lead, innovate and strive for excellence. We provide staff with career and development opportunities, including access to various online and in-person training and info-sessions.
• Health and Wellness: Our on-campus Medical Centre prioritises Curtin staff and students. Join Curtin's Healthy Lifestyle Program, with up to 2 hours per week of paid time off to engage in University-approved healthy lifestyle activities. Explore Curtin’s wellbeing locations at https://tinyurl.com/mtyf3vad.

Applicants should note that prior to appointment, any offer of employment is subject to completion of National Police Records checks, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction. At Curtin, we are committed to being a Child Safe organisation and this position may also require you to have a current Working With Children Check.

If you have any queries in relation to this application process, please contact our careers team on 08 9266 90***(option 3,1).

Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.