Data Analyst, Mental Health Performance and Commissioning / Evidence Outcomes & Info System

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: VG/MHW/MHW26

Overview

The Department of Health plays a critical role in the Victorian health system and is responsible for shaping it to meet the health needs of all Victorians. We're focused on supporting Victorians to be as healthy as they can through alerting them to seasonal risks like thunderstorm asthma, notifying them of contact with communicable diseases, safeguarding their drinking water, developing the best health, wellbeing and care facilities in the world, being at the forefront of mental health and wellbeing treatment or accelerating medical research. It's all part of the way we partner with the community to help every individual lead a healthy life.

About the role

The Data Analyst sits within the Business Systems team working in the Evidence Outcomes and Information Systems unit of the Mental Health and Wellbeing division at the Department of Health. This role is responsible for a range of duties centred on the analysis of quantitative and qualitative data, primarily using Tableau Business Intelligence software, to inform program development, performance reporting and strategic planning for the Gambling Harm Prevention and Response (GHPR) program. The role supports the achievement of improved community and client service outcomes through the analysis and reporting of data collected by external agencies funded by the Department to provide counselling and support services to people impacted by gambling harm.

About us

At the Victorian Department of Health we want a future where Victorians are the healthiest people in the world. We see it as our job to support Victorians to stay healthy and safe and to deliver a world class healthcare system that ensures every single Victorian can access safe, quality care that leads to better health outcomes for all.

About you

• Define the appropriate methodology in the analysis of policy or research options
• Prepare reports, briefs and correspondence on complex issues that impact at program or organisational level
• Knowledge and experience in government, health sector and/or health service delivery would be desirable, with skills and experience in data analysis and report development using Tableau.
• Provides professional scientific, technical or specialist advice based on field of expertise
• Draft and develop material including the preparation of Cabinet and Cabinet related material, Ministerial and Secretary briefings and meeting papers, agendas, minutes and reports.

Qualifications/Specialist Expertise

• A tertiary qualification in fields related to public health, health economics/economics, social policy or health administration would be desirable.
• Applicants with a tertiary qualification in other fields but with work experience in the above fields would also be considered suitable.
• A tertiary qualification that demonstrates an understanding of statistical analysis, research and evaluation methodologies within social sciences, economics, commerce, accounting, finance, information technology or other related discipline, is an advantage.
• Experience using Tableau Business Intelligence software is highly desirable.

What we offer

• The opportunity to perform meaningful work, making direct contributions toward enabling Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world.
• A wide range of growth and development opportunities within the department and wider Victorian Public Service & Sector.
• A strong commitment to work life balance, including a diverse array of flexible working arrangements.

Inclusion

We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated to provide responsive and quality services to all Victorians. We continue to build an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences to realise the potential of our employees for innovation and delivering services aimed at enhancing the lives of all Victorians.

Applications close Tuesday 21 July 2026 at 11.59pm