Principal Business Analyst

The Principal Business Analyst will provide support to the Manager Health Information on critical issues impacting on the operation of Activity Based Funding (ABF) in the State Health System. Provide specialist advice to assist other unit priorities as required including data-related working groups.The Role: * Provide high level advice to senior managers and executive on key performance indicators affecting healthcare services within the state.

• Provide high level expert advice and support to the Manager Health Information including the development of complex position papers, reports, correspondence and briefings at a high level affecting acute healthcare services within the state and within required timeframes.
• Undertake research and analysis, evaluate options and make recommendations to respond to new and emerging developments or requirements including ABF and Commonwealth initiatives.
• Build strong working relationships with senior leaders and business units, understand relevant business areas and support the business in better understanding and interpreting financial information and performance metrics.
• Drive ongoing development, process improvement and maintenance of management reporting, budget reporting and the forecasting processes and policies, including documented procedures.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.The Team:

• Responsible for collecting, processing, analysing and disseminating information on the health of Tasmanians and their use of health services.
• Responsible for interpreting policies, regulations and guidelines to manage the development and delivery of reporting outcomes in line with current and future business needs
• Responsibility for the national statutory activity reporting (National Minimum Data Sets/Best Endeavours Data Sets - Activity Based Funding (ABF) and Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) reporting.

Position Features

• Some Intra/Interstate travel maybe required

Details of AppointmentPermanent full time day worker position working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.*notwithstanding hours may be negotiated with the successful applicant

• Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time and part time vacancies.

Salary: $124,371 - $130,905 per annum. Our Employer 11% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022

Eligibility:Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable: * Relevant qualifications or extensive experience in a relevant fieldThe Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted: * Conviction checks in the following areas:

• crimes of violence
• sex related offences
• serious drug offences
• crimes involving dishonesty
• Identification check
• Disciplinary action in previous employment check.

How to ApplyApply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen. This ensures important questions about you are answered.You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.Please note:

• We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.
• All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
• Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated DocumentsWe encourage you to review the Applicant Guide, Statement of Duties, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria.Statement of DutiesApplicant GuideFor more informationJeramie SpongPosition: Manager Health Information
Phone: (03) 6166 1057
E-mail: jeramie.spong@health.tas.gov.auImportant informationThe email account you provide when submitting job applications will be used in correspondence to you. It is important that this is kept up to date and monitored regularly.To update your email address (or contact number), log in to and look for “Existing applicant login” where you can update your detailsThe Department of Health values workforce diversity and recognises the value each person offers which is shaped by their unique characteristics, background, experiences, knowledge, skills, values and perspectives.