Cancer Senior Data and Information Analyst

Fixed Term Part Time

About the Role

Join Victoria’s only dedicated cancer service improvement network as part of the Grampians Integrated Cancer Service (GICS) team. This exciting opportunity sits within the broader Victorian Integrated Cancer Services (VICS) network, working to improve the experiences and outcomes of those affected by cancer.

You will play a key role in managing local and statewide health datasets, using your analytical skills to generate insights that inform cancer service planning and delivery. The role involves translating complex data into clear, meaningful information for a range of internal and external stakeholders.

Flexible work arrangements and salary packaging options are available, making this an excellent opportunity for professionals seeking work-life balance while making a meaningful contribution to health outcomes.

Skills & Experience

Qualifications:

• Tertiary qualification in health information management, health informatics, data/computer science, or a related discipline.

• Experience in R and/or Python for data analysis and reporting is highly desirable.

Technical Skills:

• Strong SQL skills with experience in writing complex queries for data extraction and manipulation.

• Proficient in tools such as Power BI, R (ggplot2), or Python (matplotlib, seaborn) for creating data visualisations.

• Solid understanding of database theory, healthcare data systems, and statistical analysis methods.

• Knowledge of data governance, security, and relevant privacy legislation.

• Experience in health record audit, data collection, and performance reporting.

Communication & Interpersonal:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex data to non-technical audiences.

• Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.

• Collaborative team player with a customer service mindset and a positive, solutions-focused attitude.

Personal Attributes:

• Adaptable and committed to continuous learning.

• Highly organised with strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and analyse health datasets to support cancer service improvement across the region and state.

• Translate data insights into actionable information for internal reporting and external stakeholder engagement.

• Develop engaging dashboards and visual reports using tools such as Power BI, R, or Python.

• Ensure data quality, integrity, and compliance with privacy and governance standards.

• Contribute to evaluation and quality improvement initiatives aligned with the Victorian Cancer Action Plan 2024–2028.

• Collaborate with local health services, statewide partners, and the broader VICS network to support integrated care delivery.

• Participate in team-based planning and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

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Interested?

Click APPLY or if you wish to discuss the role prior to applying, contact Kerry Davidson, Director GICS on 0417 635 983 for a confidential discussion. 

Job applications close: 17 August 2025

About Grampians Health
Grampians Health provides healthcare to a large region at our campuses based in Ballarat, Dimboola, Edenhope, Horsham and Stawell. 

Our mission is to deliver sustainable healthcare tailored to evolving community and workforce needs. We strive to enhance services and careers, providing quality healthcare to rural and regional communities. Joining Grampians Health means being part of a diverse team, with a variety of career opportunities in acute, maternity, mental health, allied health, aged care and support services.

Culture & Benefits 

At Grampians Health, we recognise our staff are our greatest asset.  We are committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for our staff, patients, residents, visitors, volunteers and contractors at all sites.

• Flexible work arrangements and purchase leave opportunities
• Salary packaging for living expenses such as rent/mortgage plus meals, entertainment & holidays
• Access to Staff Fitness program
• Staff rewards and recognition programs

Ballarat Region

Ballarat is the largest centre in Western Victoria and the state’s fastest growing inland city.  Dubbed Australia’s most liveable city in 2020, Ballarat is home to first class education, fine dining and boutique shopping.  Uniquely located within easy access to Melbourne, Geelong, Bendigo and the Western district, Ballarat is blessed with some of Australia’s most significant heritage buildings and natural landscapes. To learn more about Ballarat click here - Visit Ballarat

Diversity and Inclusion
All appointments are subject to a satisfactory police records check, immunisation clearance and Working with Children check and/or NDIS Worker Screening Check.

All employees must be willing and able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required, which at a minimum is a surgical mask. Additional PPE requirements are role-dependent.

Grampians Health is a child safe organisation, committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Grampians Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (or questioning), intersex and asexual LGBTQIA+.