Digital Tooling & Data Specialist

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The opportunity

• Optimise workflows and processes within CSIRO's Digital Office 
• Develop digital solutions that drive efficiency
• ​​​​​​Join CSIRO - Australia's National Science and Innovation Agency
  
  
  

Within CSIRO's Digital Office (DO), the Digital Portfolio Office (DPO), plays a key role providing portfolio and program governance and advisory services for digital transformation initiatives. The DPO team supports the achievement of the digital portfolio's strategic goals and advances CSIRO's digital outcomes.

We have an opportunity for a Digital Tooling & Data Specialist to join our team.

As the Digital Tooling & Data Specialist, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting data-driven decision-making and creating operational efficiency by optimising workflows through digital solutions. Your role will involve analysis of data to provide recommendations along with the creation of tooling, dashboards, and reporting solutions that drive efficiency. You'll also support the operations and enhancement of a transformational MS PowerApps Project Portfolio Management toolset that aims to improve transparency and governance of digital programs and initiatives. 

You'll contribute your strong analytical mindset, deep understanding of the application of digital tools and platforms to enhance business processes, and ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop data-driven solutions. 

Your duties will include:

• Collecting, cleaning, and analysing data to support strategic initiatives.
• Designing and developing dashboards and reports to generate insights and support data-driven decision making (e.g. Digital Portfolio reporting, product performance insights, and data asset dashboards).
• Providing actionable data-driven insights to address questions or challenges.
• Identifying opportunities to automate repetitive tasks and streamline workflows.
• Designing, developing, and implementing low-code solutions to optimise workflows and processes within the DO.
• Providing user support for MS PowerApps Project Portfolio Management toolset.
• Enhancing existing reporting and dashboards within PowerBI.
• Collaborating with colleagues within the DO and other stakeholders to understand their needs and develop suitable solutions.
  
  
  

Location: Brisbane preferred, other major CSIRO locations negotiable. 

Salary: AU$96k - AU$109k pa plus up to 15.4% superannuation

Tenure: Indefinite, Full-time

Reference: 100637

To be considered you will need:

• Tertiary qualification in relevant field (for example Computer Science or Data Science) or relevant experience in similar roles delivering demonstrable impact and change.
• Technical proficiency and experience with Microsoft Power Platform and data analytics tools such as Power BI.
• Ability to tackle complex data challenges and develop innovative solutions.
• Strong ability to translate technical findings into actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders and clearly document workflows.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently to meet deadlines as well as working cooperatively with others to deliver solutions.
  
  

Desirable

• Knowledge of AI & Machine Learning: Understanding of advanced analytics techniques to enhance data-driven decision-making.
• Certification in Microsoft PowerApps and/or PowerBI
  
  
  

For full details about this role please review the Position Description..

Eligibility

Applications for this position are open to Australian/New Zealand Citizens and Australian Permanent Residents. Appointment to this role is subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements.

Flexible working arrangements

We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work. 

Diversity and inclusion

We are working hard to recruit people representing the diversity across our society, and ensure that all our people feel supported to do their best work and feel empowered to let their ideas flourish. 

About CSIRO

At CSIRO Australia's national science agency, we solve the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. We put the safety and wellbeing of our people above all else and earn trust everywhere because we only deal in facts. We collaborate widely and generously and deliver solutions with real impact. 

CSIRO is committed to values-based leadership to inspire performance and unlock the potential of our people.

Join us and start creating tomorrow today!

How to apply

Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.

Applications close

29th July 2025, 11:00pm AEST