Data Collection Methodologists (APS5), Data Collection Design Centre (DCDC)

Job title: Data Collection Methodologists (APS5), Data Collection Design Centre (DCDC)

Company: Australian Bureau of Statistics


Job description:

• salary: $82,085 – $92,201 (plus 15.4% superannuation and allowances)
• locations: Canberra, Geelong, Melbourne
• permanent and temporary positions; full-time or part-time (flexible working arrangements)

The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) is looking to fill the positions Data Collection Methodologists (APS5), Data Collection Design Centre (DCDC) within Data Sourcing Division. DCDC focuses on shaping how the ABS engages respondents in business and household surveys, to provide an effective, low burden respondent experience that reduces operational costs, maximises self-enumeration and reduces follow-up work.About the roleIn this role you will work with a team of experts to deliver DCDC’s applied research program. This will involve:

• Applying human-centred, evidence-based design by assisting with the design, conduct, analysis, and interpretation of DCDC experiments and associated quantitative and qualitative research projects.
• Entering and/or analysing data to help form recommendations for improvements to the respondent experience and/or operational efficiencies.
• Supporting the implementation of data sourcing strategies and approaches, particularly those arising from the research program.
• Drafting content of respondent materials and associated touch points to ensure a contemporary and holistic data provider experience.
• Manage provider queries including complaints and exemption requests as they’re received by the business.

What we are looking for (selection criteria)To be suitable you should have most or all of the following skills, qualities and experience:

• Ability to lead and develop a team, including those working remotely, in a fast-paced changing environment.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, including the ability to complete business as usual work while working through a change program.
• Ability to use sound judgement and reasoning to resolve complex problems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including demonstrated ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to understand and apply relevant guidelines and policies.
• A proactive individual with a growth mindset, eager to embrace challenges and continuously improve.
• Experience in human-centred design, quantitative and/or qualitative research methods, questionnaire design, cognitive interviewing, data analysis, data visualisation or similar activities

How to applyTo apply, complete an online application form on theYou will need to upload your current resume, provide referee details and respond to the following:In no more than 750 words, provide a statement of claims of how you have demonstrated the skills, qualities, and experience (outlined in Section 1 of the Applicant Information kit) required for these roles.Please read the attached Applicant Information Kit for more information about the position and the recruitment process.Applications close at 11:30 pm (AEDT), Wednesday 12 March 2025. Late applications will not be accepted.

Expected salary: $82085 – 92201 per year

Location: Melbourne, VIC – Geelong, VIC

Job date: Fri, 28 Feb 2025 02:23:27 GMT

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