Data Integrity Officer
Data Integrity Officer
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to July 2028)
Position Classification: Crown Clerk Grade 9/10
Remuneration: $133,348 - $146,945, plus Superannuation
Location: 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards NSW
Hours Per Week: 35 hours
Requisition ID: REQ674755
Closing Date: Sunday, 16 August 2026 (11:59pm)
Join our System Information and Analytics team at Ministry of Health for an exciting temporary full-time employment opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.
About us
Our core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment are more than just words - they're the guiding principles that shape every aspect of our work.
Join a passionate team dedicated to innovation and creativity.
Committed to fostering diverse and inclusive workplace for all.
To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.
About the role
The Data Integrity Officer provides subject matter expertise and acts as the primary liaison for selected health data collections managed by the System Information and Analytics Branch (SIA). The role supports data quality and integrity through stakeholder engagement, advice, education and training, ensuring accurate, timely and reliable data is available for business users
For more information, please read the full Role Description.
What you will be doing
- Act as the primary liaison for selected health data collections, ensuring data accuracy, quality, timeliness and integrity.
- Provide advice, education and training on data collection policies, processes and business rules.
- Identify and resolve data integrity issues and provide recommendations to improve data quality.
- Build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders to support data collection and reporting activities.
- Contribute to data quality improvement initiatives and prepare reports, briefings and other documentation on data integrity matters.
About you
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who have:
- You have experience in data collection operations and maintenance, with a strong focus on data quality and integrity.
- You have sound knowledge of contemporary developments in information management.
- You can identify and resolve data integrity issues and provide practical advice and recommendations.
- You are an effective communicator who can build collaborative relationships and deliver education and training to stakeholders.
- You hold a relevant tertiary qualification and/or equivalent work experience.
How to apply
At The Ministry of Health, we want you to make the most of the opportunities you will get to grow your skills and your career, surrounded by authentic, smart people and leaders.
Please review the role description and submit your up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages) and cover letter (1-2 pages) and demonstrate your ability by attaching a response to the two target questions below.
Target Questions (1-2 pages)
- Outline your experience in identifying and addressing data quality or data integrity issues within complex data collections, including the impact of the actions taken.
- Provide an example that demonstrates your ability to work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders to improve a data collection, reporting process, or data governance outcome, and describe the results achieved.
Use the link below to access our Capability Application tool, designed to help you excel in the recruitment process. Practice your responses with the example questions provided to effectively highlight your achievements and the strategies you used to accomplish them.
Capability application tool | NSW Public Service Commission
For role related queries or questions contact Calli Miller on [email protected] and quote REQ 674755
As an organisation we are committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact Lisa Byrne on [email protected].
For more information about adjustments for individual needs, please visit the
Adjustments for individual needs | I Work For NSW and Inclusive recruitment of people with disability | NSW Government
Closing Date: Sunday, 16 August 2026 (11:59pm)
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
At the Ministry of Health, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. For more information, please visit Diversity Inclusion Belonging.
If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply, please visit The Stepping Up Initiative.
To be eligible for employment in these roles you must be an Australian citizen, or a permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work in Australia.
Additional information
- This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
- This is a temporary role and there may be opportunities for ongoing employment at grade.
- For more information on applying visit the our career portal.
- Please note that the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.
Do not miss your chance to embark on this fulfilling journey! Apply now!
Applications Close: Sunday, 16 August 2026 (11:59pm)
