Director, Insights and Analytics

• UniSC Sunshine Coast Campus, Sippy Downs QLD

• Insights and Analytics, Chief Operating Office

• Full-time, five-year fixed-term opportunity with relocation assistance available for interstate candidates

• Set the strategic direction for UniSC's data, analytics and insights capability, ensuring it makes a direct contribution to institutional strategy, planning and investment decisions.

• Lead sophisticated analysis, forecasting and scenario modelling to inform decisions on student demand, academic portfolio development, financial sustainability, workforce planning and major investments.

• Act as a trusted strategic adviser to the Vice-Chancellor, Executive and Council, bringing independent judgement, challenging assumptions and translating complex evidence into clear advice and recommendations.

• Lead the development of an integrated enterprise data environment, improving the quality, accessibility and use of institutional data and building contemporary analytical capability.

• Establish strong standards for data governance, quality and stewardship, ensuring the integrity of institutional reporting, government submissions and regulatory obligations.

• Build and lead a high-performing team with the technical expertise, curiosity and confidence to tackle complex institutional questions and work effectively across academic and professional portfolios.

• Substantial senior leadership experience in analytics, strategic planning, economics, financial modelling or a related discipline within a complex organisation, supported by relevant qualifications.

• Demonstrated experience leading sophisticated forecasting, predictive modelling, scenario analysis and investment appraisal, with a record of influencing significant strategic or financial decisions.

• Strong strategic and commercial judgement, including the ability to evaluate competing priorities, test assumptions, identify risks and opportunities, and provide independent advice to senior decision-makers.

• Experience setting enterprise data and analytics strategy, with the technical understanding to guide investment in data architecture, platforms, analytical tools and capabilities.

• A strong understanding of quantitative methods and model development, validation and limitations, with the ability to critically evaluate analytical approaches and the reliability of their conclusions.

• Demonstrated ability to influence executive leaders and governing bodies, communicate complex findings clearly and constructively challenge established thinking.

• Experience establishing sound data governance, quality and assurance practices, including accountability for information used in external reporting, funding submissions and regulatory processes.

• Proven ability to lead and develop multidisciplinary teams, build analytical capability and establish productive relationships across diverse organisational functions.

• Experience in higher education or another complex, regulated or publicly funded environment.

• Understanding of Australian higher education funding, student demand, institutional performance and reporting requirements.

• Experience leading significant transformation of an enterprise data or analytics function.

Don't meet every requirement? At UniSC, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If you're excited about this role but your CV doesn't align perfectly with our position description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our many other opportunities.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.

• Modern teaching & research facilities.

• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.

• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.

• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.

• Salary packing options + 17% Super.

• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.