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223 Information and Organisation Professionals

OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
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2024, Version 1.0

223 Information and Organisation Professionals

Support organisations, government, individuals and the community by designing and applying analytical models and principles to analyse, organise and manage information and data, provide advice on policy, business and organisational methods, and value property and other items.

OSCA skill level

The occupations in this minor group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

  • Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience
Unit Group

2231 Actuaries, Mathematicians and Statisticians

Analyse, develop and apply actuarial, mathematical, statistical, financial and quantitative principles and techniques to solve problems and design experiments and surveys in a range of fields such as business and finance, health, engineering, government, scientific and social research, and technology.

Econometricians are excluded from this unit group. Econometricians are included in Occupation 232333 Economist.

OSCA skill level

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

  • Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience
Occupation

223131 Actuary

Analyses mathematical, statistical, demographic, financial or economic data to predict and assess long-term risks and potential impacts of future events.

Registration or licensing is required.

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Applies and examines complex models to forecast future events that may have financial, social or environmental impacts
  • Analyses data to identify opportunities to improve outcomes for companies, government, society and other organisations
  • Formulates and proposes strategies to mitigate risks and uncertainties
  • Designs policies, assesses risk and analyses investments primarily in life insurance, superannuation, health insurance, friendly societies and financial markets
  • Ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations and an ethical code of conduct
Occupation

223132 Mathematician

Develops and applies mathematical principles and techniques to solve problems in all areas of the sciences, engineering, technology, social sciences, business, industry and commerce.

Specialisation

  • Quantitative Analyst

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Conducts research to extend mathematical knowledge in areas such as algebra, geometry, probability and logic
  • Applies mathematical theories and techniques to the solution of practical problems in business and management
  • Develops mathematical or statistical models of trends to be used for analysis or for software simulation
  • Performs computations and applies methods of numerical analysis to data
  • Addresses the relationships of quantities, magnitudes and forms using numbers and symbols
Occupation

223133 Statistician

Applies statistical principles to design experiments, surveys and other quantitative studies. Uses statistical techniques to collect, organise, analyse and interpret data. Uses and develops statistical methods to solve problems in all areas of the sciences, engineering, health, technology, social sciences, business, government, industry and commerce.

Specialisations

  • Biostatistician
  • Demographer
  • Epidemiologist
  • Statistical Analyst

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Evaluates, processes, analyses and interprets data
  • Produces relevant statistics to describe and infer trends and patterns
  • Applies models to experimental observations, and adjusts and recasts the models
  • Evaluates and describes the reliability and utility of source information
  • Liaises with management and clients to determine the area to be surveyed or examined
  • Plans and organises surveys and other statistical collections, and designs questionnaires
  • Reports significant differences in relationships among sources of data
  • Uses numerical analysis methods to develop algorithms and perform computations
Unit Group

2232 Data Professionals

Design, build and deploy data models, analytic frameworks, data storage and transformation processes and systems, and apply analytical techniques and tools to gather, process, analyse, interpret and present data for strategic planning and decision-making.

Statisticians are excluded from this unit group. Statisticians are included in Occupation 223133 Statistician.

OSCA skill level

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

  • Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience
Occupation

223231 Data Analyst

Gathers, processes, analyses and interprets data using data analytical tools. Communicates findings through reports and data visualisations, such as charts and infographics.

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Sets up processes to securely collect, store, process and validate data
  • Evaluates the accuracy and reliability of data
  • Analyses and interprets data to produce relevant statistics to describe and infer trends and patterns, solve problems and answer data-related queries
  • Applies data analytics and visualisation techniques to gain business insights
  • Prepares presentations and/or writes reports to communicate findings and support strategic decision-making
  • Implements and/or follows data management processes to ensure data is used ethically and in compliance with data governance standards and strategies
  • May write custom scripts and code in programming language to conduct analytical tasks
Occupation

223232 Data Architect

Designs, develops and manages complex data models within an organisation.

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Develops and maintains a data architecture strategy aligned with business objectives and data management principles
  • Assesses appropriate technologies for data management, storage, analysis and disposal for the organisation
  • Designs conceptual data models and implements metadata standards to provide a clear understanding of organisational data assets
  • Defines data flow, data usage and data integration processes within an organisation
  • Designs, develops and implements physical databases or data warehouses to support requirements for transactional data, business intelligence and data analytics
  • Assesses proposed changes to object or data structures, and evaluates alternative options
Occupation

223233 Data Engineer

Designs, builds, operationalises and maintains the systems and processes for storing, transforming and analysing datasets.

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Builds, tests and maintains data pipelines to support analytics and data processing systems
  • Develops and optimises processes and tools for data extraction, transformation and loading
  • Identifies, designs and implements process improvements, including automating manual processing, optimising data delivery, and redesigning infrastructure for optimum scalability
  • Implements secure data handling and storage procedures, protects data privacy, and ensures compliance with regulations and best practices
Occupation

223234 Data Scientist

Applies analytical techniques and scientific procedures to datasets by creating algorithms and using statistical models. Builds and deploys analytics frameworks, such as machine learning, to obtain information for strategic planning and decision-making.

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Prepares data for analysis, cleans data, and recognises and overcomes data anomalies
  • Applies analytics techniques that incorporate mathematical, statistical, programming and database skills
  • Builds and deploys machine learning and artificial intelligence frameworks
  • Applies models to data, and evaluates and adjusts models to discover trends and extract insights
  • Presents data-driven findings and outcomes to key decision-makers and stakeholders
  • Provides strategic input and innovation to organisational data science initiatives
Unit Group

2233 Intelligence and Policy Analysts

Collect and analyse information and data that supports planning and operations in organisations, and develop and analyse policies guiding the design, implementation and modification of government and commercial operations and programs.

OSCA skill level

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

  • Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience
Occupation

223331 Intelligence Analyst

Collects and analyses information and data to produce intelligence for an organisation to support planning, operations and human resource functions.

Specialisations

  • Criminal Intelligence Analyst
  • Intelligence Analyst (Defence)
  • Intelligence Officer

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Collects, assesses and analyses data to develop intelligence information and assist in intelligence activities
  • Determines organisational and client intelligence requirements
  • Ascertains the accuracy of data collected and the reliability of sources
  • Analyses intelligence data to identify patterns related to potential security threats or criminal activity
  • Predicts future illegal activity based on the analysis of intelligence information
Occupation

223332 Policy Analyst

Develops and analyses policies guiding the design, implementation and modification of government or commercial operations and programs.

Alternative title

  • Policy Adviser

Specialisation

  • Foreign Policy Officer

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Liaises and consults with stakeholders to identify policy needs
  • Reviews existing policies and legislation to identify anomalies and out-of-date provisions
  • Researches social, economic and industrial trends, and client expectations of programs and services provided
  • Formulates and analyses policy options, prepares briefing papers and recommendations for policy changes, and advises on preferred options
  • Assesses impacts, financial implications, interactions with other programs, and both political and administrative feasibility of policies
Unit Group

2234 Management and Organisation Analysts

Assist organisations to improve outcomes and achieve greater efficiency by analysing, developing, maintaining and reviewing organisational architecture, processes, systems and resources.

ICT Business Analysts are excluded from this unit group. ICT Business Analysts are included in Occupation 273232 ICT Business Analyst.

OSCA skill level

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

  • Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience
Occupation

223431 Enterprise Architect

Develops, maintains and communicates the overarching enterprise architecture for an organisation, aligning processes, information and technology with business strategy. Ensures coherence and alignment across departments, and optimises systems and processes to achieve business goals.

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Creates and maintains the strategic enterprise architecture roadmap and frameworks in alignment with business objectives
  • Describes the interrelationships between the organisation's business, data, applications and infrastructure
  • Assesses existing functions and capabilities, and identifies gaps and vulnerabilities
  • Develops strategies to improve and support enterprise efficiency and performance
  • Evaluates new technologies for potential adoption to improve efficiency and achieve business requirements
  • Ensures compliance between business strategies, enterprise transformation activities, technology directions, policies and practices
  • Facilitates architectural changes in the organisation, helps mitigate the associated risks, and evaluates its effectiveness
Occupation

223432 Management Consultant

Assists organisations to achieve greater efficiency and solve organisational problems which exclude the deployment of quality systems and certification processes.

ICT Business Analysts are excluded from this occupation. ICT Business Analysts are included in Occupation 273232 ICT Business Analyst.

Alternative title

  • Business Consultant

Specialisations

  • Business Analyst (non-ICT)
  • Business Improvement Manager

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Presents objective consultancy on management topics
  • Researches and analyses clients' needs, identifies and assesses problems, and analyses specific areas of an organisation such as their current systems
  • Assists and encourages the development of objectives, strategies and plans aimed at achieving optimal customer experiences and satisfaction, and the effective use of organisations' resources and capabilities
  • Advises clients on recommendations based on analyses of current-state gaps to provide solutions to organisational problems
  • Assists in implementing approved recommendations
  • Provides coaching and mentoring to individuals and teams to build specific capabilities
Occupation

223433 Organisation and Methods Analyst

Studies organisational structures, methods, systems and procedures.

Alternative title

  • Procedures Analyst

Specialisations

  • Change Management Facilitator
  • Delivery Coach
  • Industry Analyst
  • Quality Auditor

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Analyses and evaluates current systems, capabilities and structures within an organisation
  • Assists and implements the development of objectives, strategies and plans to improve an organisation's processes and structures
  • Identifies inefficiencies and areas for improvement, and develops solutions to address organisational problems
  • Prepares and recommends proposals to revise methods and procedures, alters work flows, redefines job functions, and supports organisational innovations and improvements
Occupation

223434 Supply Chain Analyst

Analyses product delivery or supply chain processes to identify or recommend changes. May manage route activity, including invoicing, electronic bills and shipping tracing.

Logistics Officers are excluded from this occupation. Logistics Officers are included in Occupation 571131 Logistics Officer.

Alternative title

  • Logistics Analyst

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Collects and analyses supply chain data to identify areas for improvement and optimise operational efficiencies
  • Conducts inventory analysis, prepares comprehensive reports to monitor stock levels and identify discrepancies, and ensures optimal inventory management
  • Prepares and recommends proposals to revise methods and procedures, alters work flows, redefines job functions, and supports organisational innovation and improvements
  • Assesses supply chain risks by developing strategies and contingency plans to resolve challenges and minimise disruptions
  • Assists in implementing approved recommendations to supply chain teams
Unit Group

2235 Property and Valuation Professionals

Assess the value of land, property and other items and act on behalf of third parties to manage real estate portfolios and increase their value.

Facilities Managers and Property Managers are excluded from this unit group. Facilities Managers are included in Occupation 172331 Facilities Manager. Property Managers are included in Occupation 622131 Property Manager.

OSCA skill level

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

  • Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience
Occupation

223531 Asset Manager (Property)

Manages a portfolio of real estate assets on behalf of a third party, such as an investor or business. Evaluates the performance of real estate assets and implements strategies to enhance their long-term viability and profitability.

Facilities Managers and Property Managers are excluded from this occupation. Facilities Managers are included in Occupation 172331 Facilities Manager. Property Managers are included in Occupation 622131 Property Manager.

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Coordinates with financial analysts and Accountants to monitor and evaluate the performance of real estate assets within a portfolio
  • Conducts market research to identify opportunities for property portfolio growth and risk reduction
  • Prepares and presents reports on property portfolio performance, operations and expenses to stakeholders
  • Implements strategies to enhance the long-term viability and profitability of real estate assets
  • Combines expertise in real estate and finance to oversee and optimise real estate investments for clients
Occupation

223532 Valuer

Assesses the value of land, property, commercial equipment, merchandise, personal effects, household goods and objects of art.

Registration or licensing may be required.

Specialisations

  • Plant and Machinery Valuer
  • Property Valuer
  • Real Estate Valuer

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Inspects and assesses the value of land, property, commercial equipment, merchandise, personal effects, household goods and art
  • Researches and analyses market data, sales trends and property information using valuation methodologies to make accurate valuations
  • Conducts site visits and inspections to gather relevant information for valuation purposes
  • Gives evidence in legal proceedings, mediates on valuation matters, and provides rental determinations for arbitration purposes
  • Prepares and maintains detailed reports and documentation on the assessed value of properties and assets and other valuation activities
  • Monitors and assures the quality of valuations undertaken by contractors and third parties
Unit Group

2239 Other Information and Organisation Professionals

This unit group covers Information and Organisation Professionals not elsewhere classified. It includes Company Secretaries, Cost Controllers, Health Information Managers, Patents Examiners and Records and Information Managers.

OSCA skill level

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

  • Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience
Occupation

223931 Company Secretary

Plans, administers and reviews corporate compliance activities and effective practices concerning company board meetings and shareholdings, ensuring all business matters and transactions are managed and implemented as directed by the board.

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Coordinates board and committee meetings, including logistics, agenda preparation and distribution of meeting materials
  • Develops and implements corporate governance policies and procedures
  • Maintains accurate records of board and committee meetings, resolutions and actions
  • Maintains accurate and up-to-date corporate records, including company registers, constitution and other legal documents
  • Ensures compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements
  • Prepares and files required forms, reports and notifications with regulatory bodies
  • Provides administrative and secretarial support to the company
Occupation

223932 Cost Controller

Measures, analyses and monitors the cost of projects throughout their lifecycle to ensure completion within allocated budgets, and recommends changes to reduce expenses.

Alternative title

  • Project Cost Controller

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Analyses production and cost data to determine if projects will be completed within the allocated budget, and to forecast expenses and potential cost savings
  • Analyses and maintains records of the variance between allocated budgets and actual project costs using cost control tools
  • Oversees the distribution of budgeted funds throughout the lifecycle of projects to identify variances and provide recommendations to minimise cost overruns
  • Develops and analyses cost reports, and communicates the results to the project team and Managers
Occupation

223933 Health Information Manager

Collects, classifies and manages health data to meet the medical, legal, ethical and administrative requirements of health care organisations.

Alternative title

  • Clinical Data Manager

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Develops and implements health information management policies, procedures, technology and security initiatives, adhering to standards and governance requirements
  • Manages patient information systems and ensures data integrity and security
  • Oversees the collection, storage and retrieval of health information
  • Collaborates with Health Professionals to develop and maintain standardised documentation practices
  • Produces timely and accurate clinical coding, assigning diagnosis and procedure codes using health classification standards
  • Analyses and interprets data for statistical and research purposes
Occupation

223934 Patents Examiner

Investigates and reports on patent applications to assess their compliance with the requirements of the Patents Act.

Registration or licensing may be required.

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Examines patent applications to determine their compliance with the Patents Act
  • Assesses whether patent applications provide an adequate technical description of the invention
  • Assesses whether the patent rights sought are justified and match the invention's technical description in the patent application
  • Reviews technical specifications, drawings and other supporting documents to ensure they meet the necessary standards
  • Conducts searches of online databases to identify similar patents that are held in Australia and overseas
  • Prepares reports and recommendations on patent applications to the patent applicant or the applicant's legal representative
  • Collaborates with patent attorneys and inventors to clarify technical aspects of the invention, and address any queries or objections
Occupation

223935 Records or Information Manager

Designs, implements and administers information governance structures and systems, ensuring the creation, accessibility, location, storage, retention and disposal of authoritative information assets.

Database Administrators and Health Information Managers are excluded from this occupation. Database Administrators are included in Occupation 271231 Database Administrators. Health Information Managers are included in Occupation 223933 Health Information Manager.

Alternative title

  • Information Management Officer

Specialisations

  • Configuration Management Technician
  • Freedom of Information Officer

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Controls access to confidential information, and recommends codes of practice and procedures for accessing records
  • Manages organisations' central record and information management systems
  • Analyses the recordkeeping needs of organisations and translates these needs into record management systems
  • Maintains computerised and other record management systems, and advises on their usage
  • Develops record cataloguing, coding and classification systems, and monitors their use
  • Develops and implements information and records management policies and procedures
Occupation

223999 Information and Organisation Professionals nec

This occupation group covers Information and Organisation Professionals not elsewhere classified.

Skill level: 1

Occupations in this group include:

  • Campaigner
  • Copyright Manager
  • Electoral Officer
  • Knowledge Manager
  • Lobbyist
  • Museum Registrar
  • Privacy Officer