Director, Planning and Analytics

Director, Planning and Analytics

Reference no: 497649

Work type: Continuing - Full Time

Location: Other, Bathurst, Dubbo, Orange, Wagga Wagga

Categories: Executive, Policy and Planning, Data Analysis

Shape data strategies that directly impact on the university's future direction and success.

Transform the planning and analytics function, driving a culture of innovation and excellence.

Support strategic initiatives that enhance university performance, community engagement, and research impact.

The role

Full Time- Fixed Term (5 years)

Senior Level 4 $ 206,852 - $ 258,565

Flexible working options available.

Are you ready to make an impact and lead transformative change? We are looking for a Director of Planning and Analytics to shape the future of data-driven decision-making at Charles Sturt University. In this highly visible role, you will lead a critical function that impacts performance, growth, and achievement of our strategic objectives.

Reporting directly to the Chief Information and Digital Officer who is also the Chief Data Officer, you will lead a dedicated team of professionals to deliver key insights and analytics that inform decision making across the university. You will be empowered to enhance business intelligence, analytics, and governance capabilities, ensuring we remain agile and innovative in a rapidly changing sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Office of Planning and Analytics in delivering market intelligence, performance insights, and data-driven decision support.


• Provide insights on higher education policy/ funding arrangements changes for the Executive Leadership Team.


• Drive the strategic development of the University’s data analytics strategy, in line with long-term goals.


• Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure data is used as a strategic asset.


• Ensure compliance with government reporting obligations and provide actionable insights to senior leaders.


• Champion data culture across the University, fostering innovation and excellence in all areas of our operations.

To be considered you will have:

• Extensive data analytics experience & expertise.


• A deep understanding of the higher education sector, policies, and strategic challenges.


• Demonstrated success leading and developing high performing teams.


• Exceptional stakeholder management, communication and influencing capabilities.


• A passion for innovation and continuous improvement.

About us

The Office of Planning and Analytics (OPA) operates under the guidance of the Chief Information and Digital Officer who is also the Chief Data Officer within the Division of Information Technology, Digital and Data, which falls under the Chief Operating Officers’ Portfolio. The OPA team provide information, business intelligence tools, and analysis to support performance monitoring, decision-making and strategy development.

The team is also responsible for producing and submitting government compliance data, providing marketing insights, internal performance reporting, and load management and projection.

We are a university of the land and people of our regions. True to the character of regional Australia we have gumption, we have soul and we collaborate with others. We develop holistic, far-sighted people who help their communities grow and flourish.

The Wiradjuri phrase yindyamarra winhanganha means the wisdom of respectfully knowing how to live well in a world worth living in. This phrase represents who we are at Charles Sturt University – our ethos. It comes from traditional Indigenous Australian knowledge, but it also speaks to the mission of universities – to develop and spread wisdom to make the world a better place.

Harnessing technology, we thrive as a distributed yet connected community, welcoming and engaging with people across Australia and the world.

Charles Sturt University is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. This is demonstrated through our Athena SWAN Bronze Institutional Award and our participation as a member in the Australian Workplace Equality Index. Applications are encouraged from Indigenous Australians; people with a disability; women (particularly for senior and non-traditional roles); people who identify as LGBTIQA+; and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

To apply

Click the Apply button and complete your application online, submit a “statement of suitability” demonstrating your interest, skills, knowledge and/or experience relevant to the position (referencing the selection criteria in the position description) and upload your CV. If you experience difficulties applying online or for further information on completing the application process please visit our how to apply page or contact us.

Further information

Additional information is available in the position description or by contacting:

Helen Jessop | Chief Information & Digital Officer | cido@csu.edu.au

Closing Date: 11 pm, 15 September 2024

Advertised: 30 Aug 2024 09:00 AM - AUS Eastern Standard Time

Applications close: 15 Sep 2024 11:00 PM - AUS Eastern Standard Time

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