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About the Role
This is a very exciting opportunity for a qualified Capability Analyst to join our team of Capability experts. The Operational Capability team utilises data analysis and stakeholder engagement for evidence-based planning, focusing on operational risk and capability effectiveness. They drive improvement in fire and non-fire emergency activities. The Capability Analyst specialises in data consolidation and analysis to enhance capability effectiveness, while also fostering strong relationships among CFA brigades, Service Delivery and Headquarters.
Key responsibilities of the role will include the following:
Develop, enhance and maintain analytical tools, processes, and workflows for capability management planning.
Utilise Microsoft Power BI for data analysis, report generation and dashboard creation to support planning activities.
Collect, analyse and validate data for project implementation, ensuring outcomes through control mechanisms.
Provide expertise in emergency services-related technical areas and create processes/materials for data analysis.
Customise reports and dashboards to identify improvement opportunities, ensuring data integrity.
Review reporting tools for accuracy, coordinate project activities and establish document control procedures.
Participate in workshops for data collection relating to capability planning and communicate findings effectively.
Support the maintenance and development of capability planning software applications, including the design and delivery of training for the applications to improve the user community experience.
Implement and maintain procedures to meet compliance, governance and security standards.
Collaborate across the organisation to align with key projects and stakeholders.
Any other support activities required to assist the Capability Team.
About You
Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or proven experience in a similar role using Power BI.
Excellent written and verbal briefing skills for the presentation of complex data, development of policy and process, document writing, and reporting to senior management.
A strong background in data analysis demonstrating creative, analytical, conceptual problem solving and decision-making skills, including the ability to extract, interpret and present information in a meaningful way.
Demonstrated ability to deliver successful outcomes in a high pressure environment, whilst supporting multiple projects simultaneously to coordinate and prioritise tasks to meet objectives and deadlines.
Strong interpersonal skills including excellent written and verbal communication, with ability to liaise and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to achieve outcomes.
Ability to work autonomously using a flexible, proactive approach with minimal supervision, whilst also being an adaptable and supportive team member.
Why choose CFA
Meaningful Purpose: Your contribution truly makes a difference
Work-Life Balance: Paid parental leave, generous leave provisions
Growth Opportunities: Learning and development
Flexibility: Hybrid work options with flexible work arrangements
Discounts: Emergency Memberlink discounts on various services
Wellbeing Focus: Healthy for Life programs, flu vaccinations
Member Assistance Program: Access support across 8 service pathways
Your Application
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When applying for a position with CFA, please submit a cover letter and resume that demonstrates your qualifications, experience, key attributes and skills required for the position.
Pre-employment Checks
Offers of employment will only be made to candidates who:
Successfully complete a National Police History Check, Working Rights Check and hold a valid Working with Children Check.
CFA is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and safe volunteer and work environment. Our aim is to have a volunteer and paid workforce that reflects the community it serves. First Nations people, women, people of all ages, with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply.
Applications close: 11:59pm 10th March 2024
If at any stage of the recruitment and selection process you require an alternative format to the application material or reasonable adjustment to the interview arrangements, please don't hesitate to contact the person listed on the ad or alternatively, email recruitment@cfa.vic.gov.au
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