Job description
Agency Department of Trade, Business and Work unit Analytics and Insights
Asian Relations
Job title Senior Insights Analyst Designation Administrative Officer 6
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $96,620 – $107,721 Location Darwin
Position number 48577 RTF Closing 28/01/2026
Contact Officer Shelvin Karan, Director Analytics and Insights on or
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APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF
YOUR TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates
people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment
process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the
merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures
plans, go to the OCPE website.
Primary objective
Provide quality analysis, insights and visualisations on economic, demographic, workforce and industry-related data relevant
to the Northern Territory.
Context statement
The Department of Trade, Business and Asian Relations (DTBAR) is the Northern Territory Government's lead agency to
shape an enabling environment that activates industry, attracts investment and drives business growth to sustain a vibrant
Territory economy and lifestyle. The Analytics and Insights unit provides across-agency support through the provision of
data, analysis, insights and advice to support the priorities and functions of the Department.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Oversee the collection, cleaning and validation of data to ensure accuracy, consistency, and reliability.
2. Lead the maintenance and enhancement of data systems, ensuring robust and efficient data management systems.
3. Perform advanced data and statistical analysis to uncover trends, patterns and insights that support Departmental
decision-making.
4. Lead the design and delivery of engaging reports, dashboards, infographics, and other visual tools that effectively
communicate data into actionable insights.
5. Lead collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver data and insights projects for the Department.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, and business intelligence and data visualisation tools such as
Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, Canva, or similar applications.
2. Proven ability to present data and insights in innovative, engaging and visually compelling formats, tailored to diverse
audiences and decision-making contexts.
3. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
4. Strong planning, problem-solving, and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and deliver in a fast-paced
environment
Desirable
1. Tertiary qualification in data science, statistics, or a related discipline
1. Experience in economic modelling using specialised software (such as EViews or Stata) and managing and manipulating
databases using tools such as SQL.