Senior Data Analyst

Opportunity to work on critical data analysis for the Reserve Bank of Australia, leveraging novel data that will be core to assessing the information practices of the nation's central bank.

Your role

The occupant of this role will be engaged in the capture, governance, maintenance and analysis of novel datasets that assist the Reserve Bank in the management of its information assets. Your work will help enable the Reserve Bank to manage its information so that it improves the organisation's efficiency, reduces risk and supports compliance with both internal and external obligations. You will be familiar with the implications of changes in technology for the capture of information and information management practices. Your assessment of the evolving information landscape in the organisation will form an input to development of an information management strategy.

In this role you will:

• Independently assess and document current data collection, analysis and visualisation for reporting to stakeholders, including high-level governance committees.
• Transform data from multiple sources using R programming to produce automated data analytics, visualisations and statistics.
• Propose and deliver creative solutions to optimise the use of data to increase business efficiency and reduce time to achieve insights.
• Ensure ongoing data integrity and resolve data integrity issues in collaboration with relevant teams.

• Experience designing and developing efficient code, functions and scripts that leverage data from multiple sources using R programming language, with SQL programming skills also desirable.
• Demonstrated experience in data extraction, manipulation and data management.
• Advanced knowledge of database and business intelligence concepts and tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Working for an organisation that truly makes a difference to the people of Australia, we can offer development and career opportunities in a collaborative environment that supports your growth, wellbeing and promotes flexibility. Your individual growth and success drives the Bank forward as an organisation. Be more means you can do more, for yourself and for Australia.

Why RBA?

Through the pursuit of national economic policy objectives and associated activities in financial markets and banking, the RBA makes an important contribution to the Australian economy. We also issue Australia's banknotes and operates infrastructure critical to the payments system, all of which contribute to the welfare of the Australian people.

Made up of specialists across a wide range of fields, our people have a critical role to play in achieving these objectives, whether directly or in a supporting capacity. As a values driven organisation, our people conduct themselves with a high degree of integrity, while striving for excellence in the work they perform and the outcomes they achieve. We encourage intelligent inquiry and we treat one another with respect, while promoting the public interest through our efforts.

Your application should include a resume detailing your experience and qualifications.

The Reserve Bank of Australia is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from experienced candidates seeking workplace flexibility.

Few places give you the balance of professional challenge and a management culture that not only supports but encourages you to live a full life outside of work and be more.

Application Close :
March 13, 2024