Department for Child Protection
Job reference: 841669
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Role Status: Full-time ongoing vacancy available
Remuneration: ASO7 ($112,163 - $121,246) plus 12% superannuation

The Department for Child Protection (DCP) is seeking a Workforce Planning/People Analytics Lead to work in the Adelaide CBD. As part of the People and Culture directorate, this role shapes strategic workforce planning and people analytics, enabling leaders to make informed, evidence-based decisions about workforce resourcing across the department.

This position connects organisational strategy with service demand, reform priorities, labour market insights and workforce data, translating these into practical, forward-focused workforce plans. The goal is to ensure DCP has the right capability, capacity and culture to deliver sustainable outcomes.

Working closely with senior leaders, the role provides strategic insights, models workforce scenarios and identifies risks and opportunities across workforce supply, demand, skills, diversity and performance.

In this role, you will:

• Lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of DCP’s workforce planning framework
• Develop and maintain workforce dashboards, scorecards and KPIs that measure and analyse workforce trends
• Provide high-level advice to executive and senior leaders to inform resourcing decisions and investment prioritisation
• Identify opportunities to automate reporting and strengthen analytics across HR systems and workforce data capabilities
• Facilitate workshops that build leaders’ confidence in interpreting workforce data and applying insights to decision-making.

To be successful:

You will demonstrate a high level of experience in workforce planning, people analytics or strategic People and Culture roles within large service-delivery organisations. Your experience is reflected in your ability to translate complex data into meaningful strategic insights and present information in a clear and accessible manner.

The role requires excellent verbal and written communication skills, in addition to being able to deliver confident, engaging presentations. You can build relationships with a range of stakeholders and have experience in providing advice and high-level information to senior leaders.

You will have advanced proficiency in data tools such as Excel, Power BI and HRIS reporting tools, with a solid understanding of how to apply AI. A forward-thinking mindset, paired with insight into workforce trends and skills capability frameworks, will set you apart.

If you’re driven by analysing and presenting data that supports a strong future workforce, we encourage you to apply.

Why You’ll Love It Here - DCP Benefits That Matter:
We know a great career is about more than the work you do, it’s also about feeling supported, valued, and able to thrive. At DCP, you’ll enjoy:

• A collaborative team environment – work alongside people who are committed to best practice and making a meaningful impact
• Flexible work options – tailored arrangements to help you balance work and life
• Recognition and growth – we celebrate your achievements and open doors to development across DCP
• Generous leave – including leave loading to help you rest and recharge
• Paid parental and partner leave – additional paid time to support you and your growing family when it matters most
• Health and fitness perks – discounted Fitness Passport memberships and free flu vaccinations
• Wellbeing support – confidential Employee Assistance Program services for you and your family.

Special Conditions:

Essential: tertiary education in HR, Business, Economics, Statistics, Data Analytics or related field.

For a successful application you will need to respond to all points listed under the your capabilities section of the attached role description. Please also note any special conditions that may be listed.

Enquiries: Adriana Botha - Manager, Workforce Strategy & Organisational Development on (08) 8226 0436 or email: adriana.botha@sa.gov.au.

Our workplace reflects the diverse communities we serve, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. This includes women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ communities, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, safe, and respectful workplace where everyone feels supported.

To apply for this role, please click on the apply button to be redirected to the DCP Career Portal.

Applications close: 30/04/2026 11:00 PM

Attachments:
- DCP Job Application Guide.pdf
- Role Description - ASO7 Workforce Planning - People Analytics Lead P&C.pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.