The Policy Adviser contributes to key strategic projects aimed at improving the productivity and competitiveness of Victoria's regions, supporting the growth of local industries and stimulating the creation of jobs, addressing entrenched disadvantage and helping regional communities to thrive.
The responsibilities of the Policy Adviser will include, but are not limited to:
- Undertake high quality and rigorous analysis to develop the evidence base for economic and industry policies being evaluated. Undertake economic modelling to investigate the economic impacts of existing and proposed policies.
- Support the management and maintenance of economic datasets and quantitative economic analysis to inform policy and strategic advice relating to regional development.
- Participate in and support projects developing strategic advice on economic development policy and strategy, including presentation of analysis and recommendations to stakeholders as required.
- Economic Analysis and Modelling: Demonstrates sound knowledge of key economic developments and trends in the Victorian, Australian and major international economies; Demonstrates awareness of challenges and opportunities faced by industries in regional Victoria; Understands and effectively conveys impact of recent domestic and international economic developments on various industry sectors in Victoria. Demonstrates ability and experience in management and maintenance of economic datasets and undertaking economic modelling of policies.
- Project management: Consults, liaises with and influences key stakeholders; Produces detailed project plans where objectives are clearly defined and action steps for achieving them are clearly specified; Monitors performance against objectives and manages project risks and issues; Ensures project objectives are met.
- Conceptual and analytical ability: Deals with concepts and complexity comfortably; Uses analytical and conceptual skills to reason through problems. Understands and meets the needs of target audiences by tailoring the right information to the right people; Confidently conveys ideas and information in a clear and interesting way.
Further Information
For a confidential discussion, please contact Daniela Sekirski, Manager, Regional Economic Analysis on 0419 731 392.
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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.
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We respect and welcome people of all backgrounds, genders, sexualities, abilities, and cultures.
How to Apply
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Applications close at midnight on 7 March 2024.