Senior Business Analyst

The Business Analyst contributes to the successful delivery of information technology projects across the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA). This role involves working collaboratively with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders with a focus on the customer/ end user’s vision and a holistic understanding of how to deliver business outcomes.

This role, engaged primarily for the Common Technology Platform (CTP) Program, is expected to lead high quality business analysis project delivery support services to the Program. The Business Analyst is responsible for supporting the delivery of the Program through to business requirements gathering and traceability as well as support the deployment, change and operational transition of various technology solutions to the business.

To be successful in this role the Business Analyst will have strong communication and relationship building skills and experience in managing a team of one or more business analysts. They will be working with a wide range of stakeholders across the Department facilitating changes in line with the 2024-25 Financial Year Information Services Division strategic roadmap.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Business Analysis qualifications (e.g., CBAP)
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Business / Information Systems
• Project management qualifications (Agile and Waterfall)
• Minimum 5 years working in an analyst role or similar on IT and Business change corporate projects / programs would be highly desirable.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to write high quality reports, deliver presentation and run requirements workshops, business case development and have experience presenting information to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience engaging with a wide variety of stakeholders and facilitating workshop engagements to gather requirements suitable for agile deliver.
• Experience working as part of cross functional agile delivery teams and participation in agile ceremonies.
• Experience working collaboratively with a product owner and other business analysts to create project artefacts.

This is a fixed term position available for a period of 12 months. The work location for this position is Melbourne CBD with hybrid work arrangements available.

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.

Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description, including the mandatory requirements.

How to Apply:

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Applications close 11.59pm on Wednesday, 29 October 2025.

All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We are unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.

Other relevant information:

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace

This position is designated for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people under s.12 Special Measures of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Confirmation of Aboriginality will be required for appointment to this position. Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.

We recognise the significant responsibility to enable self-determination, be accountable to Traditional Owners and provide opportunities to strengthen First Peoples’ connection to Country. We are committed to creating a culturally safe environment, where individuals feel safe, valued, and able to celebrate their culture, and spiritual and belief systems.

For general information about Aboriginal Employment at DEECA, please contact self.determination@deeca.vic.gov.au.

We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave. For more information visit applying for a role with us.