Manager, Reporting and Data Analysis

The University of Sydney

MANAGER, REPORTING AND DATA ANALYSIS
ADVANCEMENT SERVICES
DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
REFERENCE NO. 1374/0711

Well-developed understanding of relational databases, including the ability to read and understand data modelling diagrams

Experience managing change, including mentoring and providing strong leadership to team members

Full time continuing: Competitive remuneration applies including and up to 17% superannuation

Advancement Services supports the Development Office and the Alumni and Events Office in achieving their organisational goals through the provision of three core services: systems management (primarily the Advance C/S database system), information management, and reporting and data analysis. To enable provision of efficient and customer-focused service delivery, Advancement Services is comprised of three teams: a Systems Management team, an Information Management team, and a Reporting and Data Analysis team. Reporting to the Director, Development and Alumni Systems and Services you will be responsible for leading the Reporting and Data Analysis team, which in addition to the manager includes a Reporting and Data Analysis Officer and two Database Report Developers.

To succeed in this role, you will:

manage and supervise all activities of the Reporting and Data Analysis team

in conjunction with Systems Manager, ensure that accurate and up-to-date user documentation is created and maintained for all front-end custom reports

work closely with the Manager, Information Management to ensure that information management processes are understood sufficiently to support efficient and reliable reporting and data

ensure that work is prioritised appropriately during peak periods, and clients are kept informed of potential delays in delivery times

investigate and resolve issues relating to data provided to clients, ensuring that the cause of inaccuracies is identified and procedures reviewed and updated where required

systematically review existing processes with the view to introducing new or improved processes that lead to increased efficiency and accuracy in reporting and data analysis.

To succeed in this role you will require the following experience and qualifications:

significant experience working with a large relational database

highly-developed people skills in managing a reporting or data analysis team with a focus on mentoring and team-building

experience reviewing and streamlining business processes, including developing and implementing new processes and procedures as required

significant experience writing advanced SQL including stored procedures, and developing front-end database reports, using a range of reporting tools

degree with a computer programming, data analysis or information systems focus, or an equivalent combination of qualifications and extensive applicable experience.

Highly regarded, will be experience with SunGard/Advance software.

To be considered for this position it is essential that you address the online selection criteria. For guidance on how to apply visit: How to apply for an advertised position.

All applications must be submitted via the University of Sydney careers website. Visit sydney.edu.au/positions and search by the reference number for more information and to apply.

CLOSING DATE: 19 September 2011

The University is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Applications from equity target groups and women are encouraged.

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