Research Analyst

About Create NSW

Create NSW supports the people, places, communities, and creative work that shape the cultural life of NSW. Through investment, programs and partnerships, we help make creativity visible, valued and part of everyday life. Our work is guided by the NSW Government’s Creative Communities policy and a commitment to a vibrant, inclusive and future-focused sector.

About the Research Analyst Role

This role undertakes research, analysis, and reviews to identify emerging issues and inform data sourcing approaches, ensuring all outputs are aligned with the NSW Government’s strategic priorities and policy frameworks. It develops clear, concise and insightful reports, dashboards and data products, translating complex data into accessible formats and contributes to the implementation of data sourcing and management strategies.

About You

The ideal candidate should demonstrate the following:

• Analytical and critical thinking skills, with a focus on problem-solving and evidence-based decision-making.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools, including Excel, Power BI, to support data-driven insights and reporting.

How to Apply

Your application must include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) and an up-to-date resume (maximum 5 pages) that details your capabilities and experience in relation to the above role. Applications must be submitted via our recruitment portal; applications will not be accepted by email.

Closing Date: Friday, 2nd March 2026 [10AM] - Applications submitted after the closing time and date will not be considered. Contact: For any questions related to the role, please contact Cassandra Carolin, Associate Director, Research, Evaluation & Insights via cassandra.carolin@create.nsw.gov.au. For enquiries relating to the recruitment process please contact Laura Steele, Talent Partner – Laura.Steele@dciths.nsw.gov.au

Working at the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport

At the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport we bring vibrancy to NSW by growing our creative industries and workforces, driving strong visitor and night-time economies, ensuring a responsible hospitality sector, and putting arts, culture and sport at the heart of our communities.

Together we:

• Create social and economic opportunities for the state
• Support the creation of jobs across the creative, visitor and night-time economies
• Prioritise First Nations artists, stories and culture
• Ensure arts, culture and sport are at the heart of every community to be enjoyed and accessed by all
• Drive visitation through events, campaigns and visitor experience development
• Activate our night-time and creative economies to unlock unique precincts and community spaces
• Deliver a vibrant and responsible hospitality, liquor, racing and gaming environment
• Support NSW’s key Cultural Institutions to ensure access for all, enable community experiences and education and preserve the state’s diverse cultural assets and history.

We believe diversity across our department allows us to be a true reflection of NSW citizens. We are a respectful workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please notify us on your application form.

A talent pool may be created from this recruitment action for ongoing and temporary roles for this role or similar roles that may become available over the next 18 months.

Key skills/competency

• Research
• Data Analysis
• Power BI
• Excel
• Critical Thinking
• Problem-Solving
• Reporting
• Data Visualization
• Policy Alignment
• Strategic Planning