Consultant, Master-Data

• Based at our Melbourne Burwood Campus or Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus
• Full-time and fixed term (12 months)
• HEW 8 $118801 – $% Superannuation (pro rata part time)
• This opportunity is open to all current continuing fixed-term and casual Deakin staff members only

Who are we

Deakin is a cutting-edge public university in Victoria revolutionising education with 61000 students across seven campuses: Melbourne Burwood Geelong Waurn Ponds Geelong Waterfront Warrnambool Deakin University Lancaster University Indonesia (DLI) GIFT City India and our dynamic online Campus. Were proud to be a progressive and open-minded university delivering the highest student satisfaction in Victoria and consistently ranked in the top 1% of the worlds universities.

About the role

The Consultant Master-Data is responsible for supporting the development and implementation of master data management strategies to ensure data accuracy consistency and integrity across the organisation. This role involves working closely with stakeholders to define and document data requirements managing data quality and governance processes and contributing to the overall enhancement of master data practices. The Consultant Master-Data plays a key role in managing critical data domains integrating activities within the function and influencing improvements in data management practices.

This role is focused on enhancing the customer experience through a customer-centric approach by integrating physical and digital infrastructure projects and services to deliver seamless impactful solutions tailored to customer needs. The role ensures that improvements align with the divisions and universitys strategic goals balancing innovation with long-term objectives.

As the Consultant Master-Data you will:

• Assist in the development and implementation of master data management strategies to ensure data accuracy and consistency across the organisation.
• Work with stakeholders to gather and document master data requirements ensuring alignment with business needs and objectives.
• Support the management of master data governance processes including data quality data integration and data stewardship.
• Monitor and analyse master data to identify and address issues discrepancies or opportunities for improvement.
• Provide guidance on best practices for master data management including data standards and definitions.
• Contribute to initiatives aimed at enhancing data quality and resolving data-related issues.
• Collaborate with internal teams to integrate master data management practices into broader organisational processes.
• Stay informed about industry trends and emerging technologies in master data management and apply this knowledge to enhance practices.
• Support training and development efforts related to master data management within the team

To be successful youll have:

• Postgraduate qualifications or progress towards postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience; or
• Extensive experience and management expertise; or
• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training
• Experience in master data management data governance or a related field with a solid understanding of data management principles and practices.
• Proven ability to support the development and implementation of data management strategies and processes.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess data quality and address data issues

Heres how to apply:

Please submit your updated resume along with a brief cover letter outlining your relevant skills and experience by clicking the Apply button.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role please contact Jo Gianakis (Senior Manager Master Data Management) via email at

For a copy of the position description please see below:

Applications for this position close on 9 th November 2025.

Are You Ready

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile dynamic and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people of all abilities cultures sexual orientation and genders.

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