Lead data analysis focused on policy impacts and system intelligence, oversee budget evaluation and modelling tools, and provide strategic insights to support the growth and development of the Early Learning Victoria program.
Grab for Careers
The establishment of Early Learning Victoria is entering its next phase as all existing central officer positions have been made ongoing. As such, we are very excited to be advertising these positions for a commencement date of 1 July 2026.
About the Department
The role of the Department of Education is to support Victorians to build prosperous, socially engaged, happy, and healthy lives. It does this by supporting lifelong learning and healthy development, strengthening families, and helping to equip people with the skills and knowledge for a 21st century economy and society.
About Early Learning Victoria
The Victorian Government is establishing 50 government-owned and operated early learning centres by 2032 as part of the Best Start, Best Life reforms. The centres offer childcare, Three and Four-Year-Old Kindergarten and Pre-Prep. The centres provide high-quality, accessible and inclusive early childhood education and care that is child centred, focused on learning through play and in nature, with strong connections to local communities.
Early Learning Victoria is part of the Victorian Department of Education. The ELV central team is leading the roll-out of the 50 centres and supports and oversees 4 centres that have recently opened. We are committed to creating a supportive and enriching work environment for our employees, offering a range of advantages and opportunities for professional growth and development.
Early Learning Victoria is committed to the Child Safe Standards and safeguarding of children from harm.
About the Role
You will lead data analysis with a focus on policy implications and generating system intelligence and insights. You will oversee budget analysis and maintainof modelling tools essential for generating system intelligence and actionable insights.
You will understand different policy options implications and use quantitative data to provide business insights. You will offer strategic budgetary advice to grow and develop the Early Learning Victoria program.
Your duties will include:
- Analysing data and report insights on performance indicators like enrolments, attendance, recruitment, staffing, and budget
- Lead analytical projects providing expert advice on Early Learning Victoria performance and corporate reporting
- Provide leadership and authoritative advice to senior executives on performance measurement and data matters
- Oversee systems and tools, ensuring they are maintained and aligned with organisational processes, including modern data visualization techniques
- Respond to stakeholder feedback, adapting recommendations as needed according to policy requirements
- Manage and develop staff
Qualifications and Experience
To be considered for the role, you must be able to demonstrate:
- Tertiary qualification in commerce, finance, accounting, or economics
- Proficient in data analysis, with the ability to communicate analysis effectively to senior managers for decision-making
- Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and relationship management skills across various stakeholder groups
- Achievement in leading projects with constructive stakeholder engagement and collaborative teamwork
- Demonstrated initiative and judgement in identifying em erging issues and delivering solutions
- Desirable: Experience in working for Government owned and operated Early Learning Services
How to apply
Applicants are required to submit a CV and cover letter (max 2 pages for cover letter) summarising their skills, relevant experience and suitability to the role.
Further Information
For more details on this position please see attached position description.
For further information about the role, please contact Tess Allaway via ************@education.vic.gov.au.
The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page
Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.
Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au.
Preferred applicants may be required to have a Working with Children Check, a police check and other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence.
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Applications close 11:59pm on 26 October 2025.