Data Analyst - Community Impact

About this Opportunity

• Fixed-Term (until 30.06.2027), Part-Time (0.7 FTE - 50.75hrs/fortnight)
• Capricornia Stronger Places, Stronger People (SPSP)
• CQUniversity Rockhampton (Relocation support available)
• Higher Education Worker Level 7
• Total Remuneration $85,221 to $92,396 pa (including salary of $72,013 to $78,076 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

The Capricornia Stronger Places, Stronger People initiative is a long-term, community-led approach focused on improving outcomes for children and families through early intervention and local solutions. We are seeking an experienced Data Analyst to support evidence‑based decision‑making and deliver meaningful community outcomes across the Capricornia region.

This position provides technical expertise in data collection, management, analysis and reporting. You will design and maintain datasets, dashboards and reporting tools that monitor program outcomes, support evaluation activities and inform strategic planning. Working closely with community partners, academic staff and stakeholders, you will translate complex data into clear, accessible insights and contribute to ethical, participatory and place‑based data practices.

Based primarily on campus in Rockhampton, this position supports outcomes across the wider Capricornia Region. Capricornia offers a connected regional lifestyle with access to coastline, rural landscapes and national parks. With the Capricorn Coast and the coastal community of Yeppoon less than an hour away, the region combines meaningful work alongside a balanced and rewarding lifestyle.  

Be Rewarded

• 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
• 5.4 weeks annual leave (plus 3 working days paid at Christmas and New Year closure)*
• 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave*
• 7.25 hours engaged service leave
• Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
• Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave*
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

Position Requirements

• Demonstrated high‑level capability with statistical analysis and data visualisation tools such as Excel, R, Python, Power BI, Tableau or equivalent platforms.
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex data and analysis into clear insights for diverse, non‑technical audiences.
• Understanding of, or the ability to quickly develop expertise in, strengths‑based, place‑based and participatory approaches to working with communities in regional and remote contexts.
• Proven project management skills, including planning, prioritisation and delivery across concurrent workstreams.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex datasets, undertaking advanced analysis, and producing actionable insights that inform decision‑making.
• Current open driver’s licence and eligibility to hold a Blue Card (Working with Children Check).

Position Description

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Sunday, 10 May 2026

  
Job Requisition ID: 7240

Internal Position Title: Data Analyst

Contact Details: 

Stephen Iles

0412 534 425

s.iles@cqu.edu.au

When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position. Please note, applicants for the position must have full time work rights.

Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold the full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.

*Pro-rata for part-time employees

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