Flexible location hybrid work arrangements Full-time and fixed-term (until End of September 2026) HEW 8 $118,801 - $136,018 17% Superannuation About the position: The Consultant, Information Strategy supports the implementation of initiatives that optimise Deakin’s use of information and data at an enterprise level. The role focuses on strengthening data enablement through strategy, governance, and foundational artefacts that support effective implementation and use of the University’s enterprise data platforms. As a Consultant, Information Strategy you will: Contribute to the implementation of enterprise information and data strategies that align with the organisation’s goals and objectives. Analyse current information, data and data enablement practices to identify areas for improvement and optimisation. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and ensure that information strategies support these requirements effectively. Provide expert advice on best practices for information management, data governance, and technology solutions. Participate in strategy and governance conversations associated with enterprise data platforms, ensuring business and policy considerations are well represented. Support enterprise initiatives related to data platform enablement, including the development of foundational artefacts such as principles, frameworks, standards, and reference practices. To be successful, you’ll have: Postgraduate qualifications or progress towards postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience; or Extensive experience and management expertise; or An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training Experience in developing and implementing information strategies, preferably within a large organisation. Strong understanding of information management, data governance, and technology solutions. Proven ability to analyse and improve information systems and processes This opportunity is open to all current continuing, fixed-term and casual Deakin staff members only. Here's how to apply: Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience. For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Dr Sam Rastegari (Senior Manager, Information Strategy) via email at s.rastegari@deakin.edu.au For a copy of the position description, please see below: PD - Consultant, Information Strategy_HEW 8.pdf Applications for this position close at 11.55pm on Tuesday 10 th February. Are You Ready? Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community. We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success. We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders. Pre-employment safety and suitability checks: In accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence, appointment to this role is subject to successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, including Working With Children Checks and candidate gender-based violence declarations. Candidates may be asked to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender‑based Violence, or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender‑based Violence during the course of their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process. A declaration is not required from individuals who have experienced gender‑based violence. A ‘Yes’ response does not automatically exclude a candidate from employment, and any information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for relevance to the role and the University’s safety obligations.
