Overview

Work type: Full time

Salary: Salary not specified

Grade: See Advertisement

Occupation: IT and Telecommunications

Location: Eastern Metropolitan

Reference: VG/1844158

Location Burwood HQ
Full Time Fixed Term 2 years
PTA 5 $107,864 pa (plus 11.5% superannuation)
Do you want to work for a values-based, emergency service organisation that puts the community at the centre of everything we do?

We are proud of the work we do in protecting lives and property, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
With over 51,000 volunteers CFA strives to be an organisation of choice for volunteers and employees. We, embrace individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds, recognising the unique value they bring to CFA.

To learn more about the Country Fire Authority (CFA), we invite you to visit our About Us page.

About the Role
The Business Analyst plays a crucial role at CFA by offering expert analytical support and contributing to the acquisition, analysis, design review, configuration, testing and implementation of business and IT solutions. This position also serves as a vital link between CFA business units and ICT Services, ensuring that systems and underlying processes are well-maintained to effectively support CFA's business goals.

Maintaining a dedicated Business Analyst role within CFA is essential as it fosters a deep understanding of business processes and the technologies that enable them. As systems evolve or are replaced, these processes must adapt, requiring strong BA expertise to ensure smooth transitions.

At CFA Business Analysts are a valuable resource strategically deployed across the organisation within a matrix structure, supporting multiple projects to deliver critical business outcomes.
About You
Our ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in business or Information Technology.
- Broad background in IT systems development, implementation and support with minimum 5 years' experience working as a business analyst in complex IT System implementation projects.
- Experience and domain knowledge on human resource information systems, asset management, finance CRM, CMS, BI tools and Online/Mobile service delivery models.
- Demonstrated delivery of successful business cases and other BA specific deliverables and knowledgeable and experienced with BA methodologies.
- Experience working in a matrix structure to assist delivery of multiple complex projects, with competing priorities and timeframes.
- Demonstrated experience working with business and technology stakeholders at all levels.
- High level of written and verbal communication skills and sound interpersonal skills.
- Experience gained working in Government or Emergency Services is an advantage.
Why choose CFA
- Meaningful Purpose: Your contribution truly makes a difference
- Work-Life Balance: Paid parental leave, generous leave provisions
- Growth Opportunities: Learning and development
- Flexibility: Hybrid work options with flexible work arrangements
- Discounts: Emergency Memberlink discounts on various services
- Wellbeing Focus: Healthy for Life programs, flu vaccinations
- Member Assistance Program: Access support across 8 service pathways
Your Application
Click the 'apply' button to access our online application form. Here you will be asked to provide personal and contact details and respond to employment-related questions.

When applying for a position with CFA, please submit a cover letter and resume that demonstrates your qualifications, experience, key attributes and skills required for the position.
Pre-employment Checks
Offers of employment will only be made to candidates who:
- Successfully complete Reference Checks, a National Police History Check, Working Rights Check and hold a valid Working with Children Check.
CFA is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and safe volunteer and work environment. Our aim is to have a volunteer and paid workforce that reflects the community it serves. First Nations people, women, people of all ages, with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply.

Applications close: 11:59pm 25th Feb 2025
If at any stage of the recruitment and selection process you require an alternative format to the application material or reasonable adjustment to the interview arrangements, please don't hesitate to contact the person listed on the ad or alternatively, email recruitment@cfa.vic.gov.au

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Applications close Tuesday 25 February 2025 at 11.59PM

Posted 11 February 2025

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