Lead Data Architect

About Us:

Anglicare Sydney is a leading and highly regarded community NFP organisation in Australia.

Our vision is to see Jesus Christ honoured, lives enriched and communities strengthened. To achieve this, we are looking to attract the most capable and mission aligned people to join us.

For over 160 years Anglicare has been serving people in need- providing care to older people and services to the vulnerable. We began because of people who saw a need in the community and who were compelled to make a difference. People motivated by Christian love and a passion to serve. If this describes you, we would love to invite you to join us!

About Us:

Anglicare Sydney is a leading and highly regarded community NFP organisation in Australia.

Our vision is to see Jesus Christ honoured, lives enriched and communities strengthened. To achieve this, we are looking to attract the most capable and mission aligned people to join us.

For over 160 years Anglicare has been serving people in need- providing care to older people and services to the vulnerable. We began because of people who saw a need in the community and who were compelled to make a difference. People motivated by Christian love and a passion to serve. If this describes you, we would love to invite you to join us!

About the Role
Anglicare is excited to offer an exceptional opportunity for a Lead Data Architect to join our Information Technology team. This is a key leadership role focused on designing, implementing, and optimising innovative and scalable data architectures that will help us address existing challenges and capability gaps.

You’ll work alongside cross-functional teams, including the Enterprise Data Platform & Services Team, Risk and Security, and business stakeholders, to ensure our data architecture and data management aligns with Anglicare’s strategic goals.

This is a Permanent Full-Time role based at our head office. You’ll be reporting directly to the GM of Strategy & Architecture, with close relationships with senior leadership across IT and the business.

Responsibilities:

• Data Architecture: Lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure data architectures to support Anglicare’s strategic goals and AI adoption.

• Data Models: Develop and maintain Master Data Models (MDM) and Corporate Data Models (CDM) for structured and unstructured data.

• Data Integration: Oversee integration of internal systems (ERP, Finance, HR) with the Enterprise Data Platform.

• Cloud Solutions: Implement cloud-native data platforms (primarily Azure) and best practices for data storage, processing, and performance.

• Governance & Security: Establish data governance frameworks and collaborate with Risk & Security to ensure data privacy and compliance.

• Analytics Enablement: Architect data layers for reporting and analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) to support business insights.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data architecture aligns with business needs and compliance requirements.

• Project Leadership: Lead data-related projects, ensuring timely and effective delivery.

Key Skills:

• Expertise in data architecture, integration, and governance, particularly with Azure and cloud-native solutions.

• Proven ability to design and implement scalable, secure data platforms.

• Strong understanding of data architecture concepts, data modelling and data management including data quality management concepts.

• Excellent communication skills for translating technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

• Leadership experience with cross-functional teams in delivering data solutions.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a strategic mindset.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field (preferred).

• Demonstrated experience as a Data Architect with hands-on experience in implementing enterprise-level data architectures.

• Strong experience with Azure and other cloud platforms, data platforms (e.g., Databricks), and modern data technologies.

• Experience working across complex, multi-stakeholder environments, particularly in the non-profit or social services sector (desirable).

• Certifications in cloud technologies (e.g., Azure) and/or data management methodologies are a plus.

Why Join Anglicare? 

• A welcoming, supportive team and a strong values-based culture. 

• Opportunities for professional development and career growth. 

• Not-for-profit salary packaging benefits – increase your take-home pay. 

• Employee Assistance Program and discounts across 400+ retailers. 

• Make a meaningful impact in the lives of others through your work. 

About Us 

As a forward-thinking, for-purpose organisation, we are committed to creating a thriving and high-performing workplace that aligns with our Christian values. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we are looking for an exceptional leader to help build an industry-leading organisational culture. 

Anglicare Sydney is a leading and highly regarded community NFP organisation in Australia. 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are encouraged to apply. 

Please note: A Police Check and Working with Children Check will be required for the successful candidate.  

Work rights: Please note to apply for this role you must already have the right to lawfully work and live in Australia. 

Disclaimer: We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.