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Planning and Research Officer

Ultimo (location negotiable within Sydney region)

Permanent full time

Base salary $108,494- $116,838 p.a employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

At TAFE NSW, we are dedicated to life-changing impact.

That’s why we offer world-class training and education that delivers the skills needed for the jobs of today and tomorrow.

We invest in our people

At TAFE NSW, you will discover a diverse, dynamic, and collaborative environment, where you can innovate, create value, and do meaningful work.

We provide you with tools and ongoing training and professional development, health and wellbeing programs, and a 35 hour working week with a variety of flexible working options.

About the role

Reporting to the Senior Analyst – Training Segments within the Strategy and Research team, the Planning and Research Officer (internally known as Planning Research Analyst) is responsible for undertaking comprehensive research and analysis to support the provision of evidence-based advice to inform TAFE NSW skills planning. In this role you will apply your research, analytical, communication and organisational skills to deliver multifaceted industry, demographic and skills analysis that takes account of the dynamic education and training landscape, as along with the evolving labour market and emerging industry trends.

Preferred location is Ultimo however negotiable within the Sydney region. Hybrid options combining virtual and campus-based work are also available. 

About You 

You’ll possess strong written communication, analytical and desktop research skills, with an ability to uncover key insights that address critical skills and training objectives for multiple industries. You will be experienced in providing advice and recommendations to inform planning based on your research and analysis of multiple and complex sources of information. You will also be comfortable with interpreting and drawing insights from qualitative and quantitative data, applying your independent and critical thinking skills.

To find out more about the role, click to view the Position Description.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion

We are committed to creating a culturally safe and accessible workplace where dignity, trust, respect, and the promotion of diversity and inclusion are valued, so you can safely bring your whole self to work and connect with your community through our many diverse employee networks.

If you require an adjustment in the recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Advisor listed below.

A career of life-changing impact awaits you. Apply now!

Applications close: Sunday 8 December at 11.55pm AEDT

To apply for this role, click on 'apply now' and provide:

• Your current resume
• Response to one targeted question when prompted in the application form (max 300 words)

Targeted Question: Describe a project or situation where you were required to undertake research and analysis of multiple sources of information to support evidence-based decision making or solve a problem.

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries: Please contact Shay El-ardenli, Talent Acquisition Advisor via email at shayma.elardenli@tafensw.edu.au or call 02 7921 0896.

Role-specific enquiries: Please contact Silvia Munoz, Senior Analyst – Training Segments, via email silvia.munoz7@tafensw.edu.au

For helpful insights into preparing your application, TAFE NSW’s recruitment process, and getting interview ready, read through our Application Process and the interactive Capability Application Tool.  

This is a child-related position. A Working with Children Check is a prerequisite for anyone in child-related work. It involves a national criminal history check and review of findings of workplace misconduct. 

To be eligible for positions at TAFE NSW, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Australia or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.

An eligibility list, valid for 18 months, may be created for this position, and position(s) of the same classification that subsequently becomes vacant, may be filled via this recruitment.

Location is within the Sydney region TAFE NSW campuses. Please note your preferred campus location in Sydney is not guaranteed and is subject to campus availability at the time of offer.