Senior Economist

vor 4 Wochen

Melbourne, Österreich State Of Victoria Vollzeit

The Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions is focused on growing Victoria's prosperity, building the productive capacity of our economy and increasing participation – by creating more opportunities for people through skills and jobs; helping businesses and industries to thrive; and building vibrant communities and regions.
For more information, see the DJSIR Strategic Plan 2023-2027.

Department: Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions
Ongoing role Usual hours of work: Full time (flexibility may be available) Usual work location: 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne (flexibility may be available) The Role The Senior Economist/Analyst will lead economic and statistical analysis to inform big picture policy reform opportunities.
They will develop clear and compelling evidence-based recommendations for a broad range of policy issues affecting Victorian communities and businesses.

Responsibilities: Undertake economic and statistical analysis to provide expert advice on a range of policy issues.
Develop fit-for-purpose modelling and data outputs within tight timeframes, meeting user specifications and expectations.
Clearly communicate the process, results, and policy implications of modelling or data analysis to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Actively lead and participate in research and analysis work, as well as reporting of major strategic initiatives or issues relating to service delivery.
The Team The position of Senior Economist/Analyst forms a part of the Data and Analytics branch within the Economic Policy, Projects and Coordination group.
This group brings together specialist skills in economics, modelling, data and evaluation to support all groups across the department to deliver on their priorities.
Data and Analytics works with diverse clients across DJSIR by providing robust and timely quantitative analysis as well as improving quantitative capabilities to support policy priorities, such as housing affordability, liveability and jobs growth.

About You The successful candidate will ideally have the following skills and experience:
Statistical analysis: Demonstrated technical expertise in data manipulation and statistical analysis.
Conceptual and analytical ability: Demonstrated expertise in conceptual thinking and sound analytical approaches to support decision making in the work area.
Policy analysis: Demonstrated experience in analysing government policy using conceptual frameworks.
Further Information For a confidential discussion, please contact Matthew Jones, Manager on or email:
The department is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.
We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to taking the necessary steps to protect children from harm by adopting a preventative, proactive and participatory approach to child safety in accordance with the Child Safe Standards.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with the Department.
For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description.

Please note: We are accredited as a Disability Confident Recruitment (DCR) organisation and committed to inclusive recruitment.
If you require an adjustment to participate in any stage of the recruitment process or have a particular requirement to be communicated with by either telephone or email only, please notify the DJSIR Recruitment Team at with the position number in the subject line.

How to Apply Please click the 'Apply Now' button.
As part of the application process, you will need to provide a copy of your resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined in the position description.
For all "JSE eligible" candidates, please apply through the JSE only to be considered for this position.
Priority consideration applies to Victorian Public Service (VPS) and select employees of the Victorian Public Sector who apply through the Jobs Skills Exchange (JSE) jobs board platform.

Applications close at 23:59pm on 31 October 2024.

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