A rare and exciting chance to Join AFCA's technology team as the Business Analyst and be pivotal in setting out the requirements for the Scams Prevention Framework. The Business Analyst will drive the end-to-end requirements gathering, documentation and other related project activities to support both the CRM solution and broader IT initiatives.

This role will act as a conduit between business and technology stakeholders across project streams, ensuring that requirements are captured, developed and validated through to acceptance and implementation. Partner with key project stakeholders including AFCA IT and external vendors to identify and implement solutions required to enable AFCA to operate efficiently, effectively, and economically.

Please note, the scope of this position is initially for 12 months.

Typically, in this role you will:

• Elicit and critically evaluate requirements using interviews, document analysis, requirements workshops, surveys, business process descriptions, use case scenarios, task and workflow analysis.
• Interpret customer business needs and translate them into application and operational requirements specifications.
• Create and maintain thorough documentation and artefacts as required (business requirements, use cases, GUI, screen and interface designs), requirements trackability.
• Collaborate with developers and subject matter experts to establish the technical vision and analyse trade-offs between usability and performance needs, and manage stakeholder expectations and conflicts accordingly.
• Act as liaison between the business units, technology teams and project teams.
• Participate in Agile project ceremonies including daily stand-ups, story time, showcases and retrospectives.
• Support the development of test plans/scenarios to ensure successful delivery of a project.
• Create system documentation, business processes, rules and logic.

• Full-Time | 1-Year Fixed Term Contract
• This hybrid role requires working across Melba offices in Lilydale/Cheltenham and from home.
• Join a values-oriented Human Rights Organisation

About Us:

Melba has been supporting the Victorian community for over 50 years. What began with three families in search of a different kind of day support for their children with disabilities, has become a mission to open a world of opportunities for people to live fabulous lives of their choosing. The human rights of the people we support are at the centre of everything we do.

We are seeking a Senior Business Analyst and Process Lead to play a vital role in delivering impactful programs that transform processes, systems, and outcomes for Melba.

What You'll Do

• Business Analysis & Process Leadership:
• Conduct detailed requirements gathering, process mapping (As-Is/To-Be), and gap analyses.
• Develop clear documentation, including business rules, customer journey maps, and process models.
• Identify, recommend, and support implementation of process improvements to achieve strategic goals.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Facilitate workshops and meetings with cross-functional teams to define needs and solutions.
• Build strong relationships with internal teams, including IT, project managers, and change leads.
• Support business case development and align solutions with organizational priorities.
• Support Key Projects:
• Contribute to project scope definition under Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Assist in vendor assessment and evaluation processes.
• Provide training support, testing oversight, and documentation for successful implementation.

About You

• At least 5 years of proven experience in business analysis, process improvement, and project collaboration in medium to large environments.
• Familiarity with BPMN, UML, or equivalent process mapping methodologies.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to elicit and document complex requirements.
• Advanced communication and stakeholder management skills, including executive-level engagement.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Visio, and project tools like Miro or Asana.
• Experience in the care/disability support sector (desirable).
• Familiarity with the BABoK. CCBA or CBAP certified (desirable).

Requirements: A current NDIS Worker Screening and Working with Children Check (we can support you through the process of obtaining one or both checks if you don’t already have them).

Why Join Us?

• We are a human-rights, values-based, not-for-profit community organisation committed to providing services that support individuals with disability to lead everyday lives of their choice, if this resonates with you, come join us!
• Join a supportive and collaborative culture where your contributions make a real impact.
• Enjoy onsite parking and other benefits.
• Access to Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging.
• Flexible work arrangements, with the ability to work from home or the office.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Click "Apply" now and submit your resume. We look forward to meeting you!

We are an equal opportunity Employer and aim to ensure every individual is treated with dignity and respect regardless of their cultural background, ability, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, spirituality or religion. First nations people; people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability are strongly encouraged to apply.

As a provider of supports and services to children, Melba is committed to ensuring that every child feels safe and respected. All Melba staff and volunteers have a responsibility to make sure that children’s wellbeing and safety comes first, that they are supported to achieve their potential, respected, and protected from abuse and neglect.