Senior Data Analyst, Student Load Planning

Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why. 

Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them. 

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence. 

About the Opportunity

Do you enjoy turning complex data into insights that influence strategic decisions?

As Senior Data Analyst, Student Load Planning, you will play an important role in helping the University understand future student demand, forecast student load and revenue outcomes, and support strategic planning decisions across the institution. This position sits within Finance in a specialist planning and performance team that provides forecasting, analysis and insights to support admissions, budgeting and strategic planning activities across the University.

Partnering with colleagues across Finance and the broader University, you will help shape forecasting assumptions, evaluate future scenarios and provide evidence-based advice to support decision-making. Using analytical tools, forecasting models, and large, complex datasets, you will help the University better understand future student demand and respond to emerging opportunities and challenges.

You'll also contribute to the ongoing improvement of student load forecasting methodologies, automation and reporting capabilities, helping to strengthen the University's planning and analytical capability.

This role is ideal for a proactive analyst who enjoys solving complex problems, improving analytical approaches and using data to inform meaningful outcomes.

Key Responsibilities 

• Develop and maintain student load and revenue forecasts, including scenario modelling and sensitivity analysis, to support budgeting, admissions planning and strategic decision-making.
• Analyse student demand, application, offer, conversion and enrolment data to identify trends, risks and opportunities that inform planning assumptions and institutional performance.
• Provide analytical support for institutional planning activities, including admissions cycles, student load forecasting, annual budgeting processes and program fee setting reviews.
• Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights through reports, dashboards, presentations and briefings for a broad range of stakeholders.
• Design, maintain and enhance analytical models, automated workflows and reporting solutions that improve the efficiency, accuracy and scalability of planning processes. 
• Ensure the integrity and quality of data, models and outputs through rigorous validation, documentation and quality assurance practices. 
• Partner with stakeholders across Finance and the University to provide expert advice, support evidence-based decision-making and build trusted working relationships.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of forecasting methodologies, data quality, reporting capabilities and analytical tools to strengthen the University's planning and decision-making capabilities.

About you 

You are a curious analyst who enjoys solving complex problems and using data to influence strategic decision-making. You bring strong analytical capability, excellent attention to detail and the ability to communicate insights clearly to a diverse range of stakeholders.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Relevant qualifications in data analytics, statistics, economics, finance, business analytics or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Experience analysing complex datasets and delivering meaningful insights in a large or complex organisation. 
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and forecasting skills, with the ability to translate data into practical recommendations.
• Experience developing analytical models and workflows, reports and dashboards, with proficiency in tools such as Power BI, Power Query, R, Python or similar platforms. 
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to non-technical audiences. 
• A collaborative approach and a commitment to continuous improvement, innovation and data quality. 

Most importantly, you'll be passionate about using data and insight to support better decision-making and contribute to the success of a large, dynamic organisation.

Candidates must have full unrestricted work rights, sponsorship is not available for this position.

What we can offer

This is a full time, continuing opportunity based at Brisbane South (Nathan) campus. As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other locations

Griffith University’s campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary

HEW 8 – Base range - $117,579.27 - $132,273.33 + 17% superannuation. Full package range - $137,567.74 - $154,759.79.

Why join Griffith? 

 

As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer: 

• Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities 

• Mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment 

• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts 

• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading 

• Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme 

• Opportunities for internal mobility 

• Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives – on campus Gym facilities 

At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Our University is committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive community for all. In alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence (2025), Griffith University includes a declaration as part of the recruitment journey to uphold the values and standards of our community. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy. 

How to apply 

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following: 

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role. Please refer to the qualifications above and the position description.

• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details 

Closing date: Sunday 9th August at 11:59pm. All applications must be submitted online.