The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) works in partnership with 15 National Boards to implement the national regulatory scheme for health professionals. The purpose of health practitioner regulation is to protect the public by ensuring that only health practitioners who have the skills, qualifications, and knowledge to provide safe care are registered.
We have a unique opportunity for an exceptional leader to step into complexity, lead with courage, and help shape what comes next, with a fixed term opportunity based in our Melbourne office.
The Chief Data, Analytics, and Insights Officer (CDAIO) is a pivotal enterprise leader responsible for shaping Ahpra’s strategic shift toward a prevention-led, intelligence-driven regulatory posture. This role is not about being “on the tools” but about building organisational capability slowly and sustainably, by embedding digital analytics and insight-led thinking across the business.
This is your chance to be part of the transformation, not as a bystander, but as a leader.
As the steward of enterprise data and intelligence, you will lead the development of a strategy and architecture model that anticipates future needs, identifies skill gaps, and positions Ahpra to leverage data for proactive regulatory interventions. You will guide the organisation in moving beyond reactive compliance, using predictive modelling, trend analysis, and clustering to uncover issues before they emerge. This includes establishing a baseline for digital maturity, benchmarking against best practice frameworks, and driving innovation in how insights inform decision-making.
Influence national reform and system-wide change, while leading with integrity, visibility, and purpose.
The CDAIO will also play a critical role in national collaboration by partnering with State, Territory, and Federal Health departments, co-regulators, and external stakeholders to share intelligence that supports health workforce sustainability.
About You
You are a forward-thinking, intelligence-led leader who thrives on shaping strategy and guiding organisations toward future-focused solutions. You understand the difference between IT and digital analytics and can translate complex data concepts into actionable insights for non-technical audiences. You are not just a strategist, you walk alongside teams, building capability and confidence while setting a clear vision for enterprise data and analytics.
You bring curiosity and a strong external orientation, scanning the horizon for signals, frameworks, and innovations that can inform Ahpra’s approach. You are collaborative and influential, able to engage with senior stakeholders across jurisdictions and co-design solutions that address systemic challenges. Above all, you are committed to ethical, transparent, and responsible use of data to build public trust.
This is more than a career move; it’s a chance to shape the next generation of health regulation in Australia. As Chief Data, Analytics, and Insights Officer you will bring:
- Strategic Leadership: Proven ability to design and execute enterprise-wide data and analytics strategies that enable proactive, prevention-led regulation.
- Digital Analytics Expertise: Experience in leveraging digital insights not just raw data, to inform business decisions, improve user experience, and benchmark organisational performance.
- Advanced Analytics Capability: Knowledge of predictive modelling, trend analysis, and clustering techniques to anticipate risk and inform regulatory interventions.
- Enterprise Architecture & Capability Building: Ability to identify skill gaps, build multidisciplinary teams, and uplift organisational data literacy.
- External Intelligence & Partnerships: Strong track record of collaborating with health departments, co-regulators, and external partners to share insights and shape workforce sustainability.
- Governance & Ethics: Deep understanding of data governance, privacy legislation, and ethical frameworks, ensuring compliance and transparency.
- Influential Communication: Skilled at translating complex analytics into clear, actionable insights for executives, policymakers, and non-technical stakeholders.
Please refer to the role description for a full overview: 
Chief Data, Analytics, and Insights Officer - role description
What we offer:
- A supportive and flexible working culture that supports you in achieving a balance between work and personal commitments
- Hybrid work environment - blend of office and work from home means the best of both worlds
- Central office locations and with modern, open plan work spaces
- Attractive salary package commensurate with experience
To apply:
- Click ‘Apply for this job’ to submit your application.
- Your application must include a resume, a cover letter, and selection criteria addressing the “Experience” section of the role description.
- Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.
- For any queries or a confidential discussion regarding this position, please email recruitment@ahpra.gov.au.
- Closing Date: 11.30pm AEDT on 26 January 2026
Offer of employment is subject to successful background (pre-employment screening) and Criminal History checks.
Please note that applications will be screened and shortlisted during the advertising period. Should we receive suitable candidates during this time, the advertising period will cease.
Ahpra requires all employees to comply with Ahpra policies, including the Flexible working policy
Ahpra acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and their continued connection to lands, waters, and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and Elders past and present.
Ahpra is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage people of all abilities to apply, particularly people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, and those who may experience diversity or disability related barriers in securing employment. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.
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