Description:
At Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd (MACS) we envision every student to be inspired and enabled to flourish and enrich the world. MACS is the largest Catholic school system in Australia. We own, govern and operate approximately 300 Catholic schools, employ over 17,000 staff and serve more than 118,000 students and their families in the Archdiocese of Melbourne. It is an exciting time to join MACS, where we are transforming to bring to life our recently launched strategic plan: MACS 2030: Forming Lives to Enrich the World .
It is an exciting time to join MACS, where we are transforming to bring to life our strategic plan - MACS 2030: Forming Lives to Enrich the World that will help all MACS staff come together to make the most of what a Catholic education has to offer so that we have the greatest and most distinctive impact in our classrooms, staffrooms and schools communities. More details on the MACS strategy can be found here.
WHY WORK FOR US?
- Professional development opportunities with a defined personalised annual budget
- Access to flexible working arrangements, which include working from home arrangements
- You will work in a tight-knit, supportive team to ensure you succeed in your role
- Employee Assistant Program (EAP) supported by Mental Health First Aiders in the workplace, providing a safe and caring environment to our staff and students
The MACS Code of Conduct (the Code) embodies our collective commitment to fostering a positive and supportive work environment that prioritises the health, safety and wellbeing of everyone, inspired by our Catholic faith. We ask that all staff read and understand the Code and model the behaviours that are expected of us.
Job Description
YOUR ROLE
The Mission Data Analyst is a newly established position created to support the transformation and renewal of school improvement processes across MACS. In this pivotal role, you will lead the design, collection, analysis, and reporting of faith-informed data to support strategic decision-making and enable the flourishing of Catholic mission in MACS schools. You will contribute to the implementation of a renewed school improvement strategy, ensuring alignment with MACS’s vision for effective Catholic education. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in educational data, a passion for Catholic mission, and a desire to drive meaningful change through evidence-based practice. You will work collaboratively across the Catholic Mission and Identity (CMI) directorate, which plays a central role in guiding school communities to live out MACS’s strategic direction through faith leadership, formation, and mission alignment.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- You will design and manage systems to collect, analyse and report on data that measures school effectiveness and mission alignment.
- You will lead the development of processes and tools to evaluate the impact of Religious Education, Faith Formation and Discipleship programs.
- You will contribute to the refinement and implementation of the School Improvement Framework (SIF) Rubric and associated review activities.
- You will support the planning and delivery of professional learning that builds school and system-wide capacity in using data for faith-based improvement.
- You will collaborate with internal teams and school leaders to co-design strategies that embed Catholic mission into school review and improvement practices.
- You will apply research-informed approaches to ensure data insights effectively support MACS’s evangelising mission and strategic priorities.
ABOUT YOU
- You bring strong analytical and data interpretation skills, with the ability to communicate insights clearly through visual reports and documentation.
- You demonstrate excellent time management and project coordination skills, with the ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
- You are highly proficient in using databases and Microsoft Office tools, with experience maintaining accurate records and supporting system-wide projects.
- You thrive both independently and as part of a collaborative team, maintaining professionalism and adaptability in a dynamic environment.
- You bring experience in supporting large-scale educational or strategic projects, with a strong attention to detail and commitment to continuous improvement.
HOW TO APPLY
Please refer to the position description for further details about the role and the Key Selection Criteria.
Click APPLY to submit your application. If you have any queries about this role, they can be directed to our HR team by email recruitment@macs.vic.edu.au
You will need to provide:
1. An up to-date Resume and
2. A cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria, limited to two pages
Note: MACS is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care. The successful candidate must hold or acquire and maintain a Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) and/or Working with Children Check and must be willing to obtain and maintain a National Criminal History Check.
Candidates must hold full Australian Working Rights and provide evidence of this.
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APPLICATIONS CLOSE : 4.00pm Sunday, 8 June 2025