Premier’s Department
Associate Director, Analytics and Insights
You. At the centre of big ideas.
- Use your analytics expertise to shape workforce strategy and influence decision-making across the NSW public sector
- Lead a high-performing team delivering workforce insights, advanced analytics and data-driven solutions that support whole-of-sector priorities
- Temporary, Clerk Grade 11/12 ($154,231-$178,369) opportunity up until 15 November 2027, based in Martin Place, Sydney
Expressions of interest are invited from ongoing and temporary employees within the NSW Public Sector who wish to be considered for this temporary role for a period up to 15 November 2027. This temporary opportunity has arisen as a result of a secondment within the team.
About the Role
You will join our Workforce Data and Insights team within the Workforce Planning Branch. The team plays a critical role in delivering workforce intelligence, analytics and evidence-based insights that support strategic workforce planning and decision-making across the NSW public sector.
As the Associate Director, Analytics and Insights, you will lead the delivery of complex workforce analytics programs, providing strategic advice, forecasting, reporting and insights to support whole-of-government workforce priorities. You will work closely with senior stakeholders to identify emerging workforce trends, drive data-informed decision-making and ensure high-quality analytics products are translated into meaningful business outcomes, and manage a team of data specialists.
To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.
We're Looking For
- Strategic Analytics Leadership: Demonstrated experience leading teams of technical specialists to analyse complex datasets and deliver insights that inform workforce, organisational or policy outcomes
- Data Storytelling & Communication: Exceptional ability to translate complex technical information into clear, compelling insights through dashboards, visualisations, reports and presentations that influence senior stakeholders and decision-makers
- Stakeholder Engagement & Influence: Proven capability to build trusted relationships, provide strategic advice and drive the adoption of data-informed decision-making across diverse stakeholder groups
- Innovation & Problem Solving: Experience applying contemporary analytics approaches, data governance practices and emerging technologies to solve complex business challenges and drive continuous improvement
We value diverse experiences. Even if you're not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply.
How to Apply
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:
- A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
- Provide a response to the two (2) pre-screening questions within the application portal
Closing date: Thursday, 5 November 2026 (11:59 PM)
Salary: Clerk Grade 11/12. Package includes base salary ($154,231-$178,369) plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading.
Hiring Manager: Renault Phong, Director, Workforce Data & Insights via Renault.Phong@premiersdepartment.nsw.gov.au
About the Premier's Department
Connecting to Deliver from the Heart of Government
The Premier's Department leads the state's 430,000 public servants, driving collaboration and the delivery of whole-of-government priorities. Learn more about the department, a career at Premier’s Department and Government House Sydney.
Our Commitment
We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and other diverse communities.
The Premier's Department acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past and present. We recognise and learn from the strengths of First Nations peoples of New South Wales and their continuing connection to, and unique cultural and spiritual relationship with, Country.
Reasonable Adjustments: The selection process will include assessment techniques to determine your suitability. You can request reasonable adjustments at any stage by indicating in pre-screening questions, contacting the Talent Team at PCT@premiersdepartment.nsw.gov.au, or reaching out to the hiring manager.
Talent Pool: A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process. If eligible, you may be temporarily activated for opportunities in the same role or grade that become available over an 18-month period.
Application contact details
If you have questions or would like to learn more about this role, please reach out to the contact below:
Contact Renault Phong
Contact email Renault.Phong@premiersdepartment.nsw.gov.au
Application close date 05 November 2026 at 11:59pm
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