Our client is a federal government organisation with offices throughout Australia. Due to growth, they are seeking an EL1 Economist to join their team in their Richmond office.

The EL1 Assistant Director - Economics duties may include:

• Informing policy decisions, particularly for pricing and market interventions, by using economic research and analysis to promote better understanding of the state of the NDIS and care sectors.
• Providing support through economic research and investigation in the development and implementation of the clients' Annual Pricing Review and Pricing Strategy.
• Reviewing and analysing economic data to support evidence-based decision making on complex economic and pricing policies.
• Leading the development of provider performance metrics and sector monitoring dashboards to better understand the clients supports sector conditions.
• Planning and leading ad hoc economic analysis and research requests.
• Working collaboratively and effectively across teams and departments as this work is likely to involve collaboration with other Government Departments and academics.
• Contributing to branch leadership, building a positive and high performing team culture.

To apply for this opportunity, you will need as following level of experience:
Essential criteria

• A postgraduate degree in economics and econometrics, or similar.
• Superior analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills to tackle complex economic issues
• Ability to synthesise complex information, and translate findings into succinct policy narratives and advice in plain English for a wide audience

Desirable skills to have for the role:

• Sound judgement, decision-making and governance skills.
• Experience developing and implementing analytical frameworks to monitor policy and program impacts.
• Appreciation and knowledge of the economic complexities of the care economy.
• A collaborator, who works well in teams and with stakeholders to solve problems
• Previous experience working within federal government.

This will be a 12-month initial contract, 37.5-hour week and subject to negotiations with the line manager, hybrid working arrangements in line with current client policy are available (a minimum of 3 days each week in the office, with flexible arrangements in place for the remaining 2 days).

Please contact Shelley on 0418 572 482 or [email protected] for further information. Shortlisted will be contacted. As part of the eligibility and suitability requirement, the client seeks Labour Hire Workers who will be required to furnish valid evidence of Australian citizenship during the Pre-engagement Check.