Principal Demographer

About Us
The Department of Transport and Planning oversees key planning, transport and land use policy decisions and management across the State.
A life-cycle approach to planning, building, connecting and sustaining communities means our people can come together to improve services, deliver sustainable projects, focus on customer engagement, streamline regulatory approval pathways, facilitate community consultation and better realise local economic opportunities for more liveable communities across Victoria.

Strategy & Precincts is a Group within the Department of Transport and Planning, and is responsible for providing policy direction, planning and innovation leadership for integrated land and transport outcomes.

The Data & Digital division sits within Strategy & Precincts .
Data & Digital provides the department with operational excellence for data & digital enabled services and project execution for large scale design and uplift initiatives.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic team that is transforming the way the department delivers data and digital enabled services for the Transport and Planning portfolio.

We're focused on outcomes that deliver more choice, connections and confidence in our travel, ensuring the whole transport network works as one to deliver better services and outcomes.

About the Role
The Principal Demographer is a key technical leadership position within the Data & Digital Division, Planning & Population Insights team.
This role involves managing the Population & Land Analysis team to provide expert analysis and authoritative advice to support whole of Victorian Government service and infrastructure planning.
The role is responsible for managing the production, promotion, and continuous improvement of the state's official population forecasts, plus key products in population and housing modelling, land supply and development monitoring.
The Principal Demographer will use expertise on demographic change, population growth, land supply and development monitoring to provide data, information and advice to executives and other stakeholders, as well as representing Victoria in national and expert forums, advocating for Victoria's interests and influencing outcomes.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong technical expertise in modelling and data analysis focusing on demographic and land use changes and their role in driving changes in population size, distribution and characteristics.
Additionally, the Principal Demographer will have experience in managing projects, leading teams, and fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.

Position Outcomes / Accountabilities
Team Management - Provided leadership and direction to the Planning Insights and Analysis team, ensuring alignment with Divisional and departmental goals and priorities fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment; Mentored and support staff members, providing guidance on best practices and professional development opportunities.
Promoted a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and knowledge sharing among team members, fostering professional growth and resilience.
Research Leadership - Provided direction and guidance to the team, ensuring the timely completion of research deliverables and the achievement of project objectives.
Authoritative Advice - Provided high quality, authoritative insights and advice to senior executive leadership to support evidence-based decision making and respond to emerging and/or complex issues and mitigation strategies.
Policy Development and Analysis - Contributed to the development of evidence-based policies, strategies, and initiatives related to urban planning, land use, housing, and demographic trends.
Customer Satisfaction - The Population & Land Analysis team has been responsive to customer needs, acting with a sense of purpose, and has continuously delivered value for the Department.
Key Selection Criteria
The Department of Transport and Planning is seeking an accomplished and outgoing Principal Demographer to lead strategic projects and shape future-focused policies.
This role offers a unique opportunity to translate strategic directions into impactful programs, manage high-performing teams, and leverage data-driven insights to guide decision-making.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in project delivery, ensuring successful outcomes through sound governance, risk management, and progress monitoring.
With advanced strategic planning skills, you will engage stakeholders, align activities with long-term goals, and support your team with clear direction and practical plans.

As a team leader, you will effectively allocate resources and build workforce capability to achieve organisational objectives.
Your data literacy will enable you to extract value from complex datasets and employ advanced analytics to inform predictive decisions.
Strong communication skills are essential, ensuring you connect with credibility and manage sensitive discussions with ease.

This role requires a forward-thinking individual who embraces innovation and new technologies, preparing the organisation for future challenges.
You will demonstrate flexibility in adapting to shifting priorities and foster collaboration across teams to deliver shared outcomes.

If you are ready to shape the future of transport and planning, we look forward to your application.

Qualifications and Experience
Mandatory
Tertiary qualification in a similar or related field Experience/skills in statistical / data analysis & research Experience relevant to the accountabilities and capabilities of the role Desirable
Tertiary qualification in Demography would be highly regarded Role Specific Requirements
Driver's License Occasional site visits within Victoria may be required.
What we offer
Meaningful work making Victorian communities more accessible and liveable Professional growth and development opportunities across the department and the wider Victorian Public Services A hybrid working model focused on collaboration and teamwork Optimal work-life balance initiatives including flexible working arrangements Opportunity to work across multiple urban and suburban hubs We prioritise the development of a safe and inclusive culture Culture Value
We are an equal opportunity employer, embracing a diverse range of applicants such as veterans, and people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA community members, individuals with disabilities and/or health conditions, as well as those from varied faith and cultural backgrounds.
At our department, we prioritize the development of a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture through shared actions and behaviours that align with our strategy and direction.
This empowers our employees to effectively contribute to our goals.

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Applications close 11.59pm on Tuesday the 5th of November 2024.

Please include a resume and cover letter.
All applications must be submitted through the online portal.
We're unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.

For further information about the role please contact David Sykes - Deputy Director Planning and Population Insights via .

Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks.
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