Principal Policy Analyst & Economist Roles

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Principal Policy Analyst & Economist Roles
Position No: 00032651, 00032654, 00009051
Level/Salary: Level 7, $128,077 - $136,891 per annum (PSCA 2022) + superannuation
Directorate/Business Unit: Economic -> Economic Policy
Work Type: Permanent - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time
Location: Perth
Closing Date: 2024-01-29 5:00 PM
Are you passionate about making a difference for Western Australia?
We want to hear from you.
About us
At WA Treasury, we are at the centre of Government decision-making. Our people make a real difference, working towards a common goal of economic, social and environmental sustainability for Western Australia.
With an unwavering commitment to excellence and integrity, we do work that is meaningful and rewarding. We are a diverse and inclusive agency where our people are supported to grow and thrive, with workplace flexibility to help us be at our best.
The work area
These roles sits within the Economic Policy Directorate which is part of the Economic business unit. This directorate is responsible for driving whole-of-government strategic economic reform, driving better regulation across the State’s public sector and analysing and providing advice on key economic policy issues.
The opportunity
Are you passionate about helping solve the challenges facing our economy and society? We are looking for motivated people to join us and make a difference for Western Australia. We have two available Principal Policy Analyst positions in the Economic Strategy, Engagement and Diversification team, and one Principal Policy Economist position in the Economic Modelling and Policy team.
In the Principal Policy Analyst roles, you will:

• Provide evidence-based advice on key economic policies, often with an industry focus, including the WA Government’s economic diversification agenda and other strategic projects and policies.
• Work with other team members to implement and manage Treasury’s economic engagement program, including delivering Treasury’s annual conference for economic policymakers in the public sector.
• Work collaboratively with other areas of Treasury and other government agencies to develop advice and briefing notes in short timeframes on a range of issues related to economic growth and living standards.
• Have an active role in mentoring junior team members with opportunities to supervise graduates/interns within the team.

In the Principal Policy Economist role, you will:

• Identify economic reform opportunities and develop evidence-based recommendations for policy changes.
• Lead research projects on the impact and policy implications of key structural changes in the WA economy, including working with economic modellers to incorporate quantitative analysis.
• Contribute to and coordinate Treasury's input to interjurisdictional forums on whole-of-economy policy issues, such as competition reform and productivity.
• Have an active role in mentoring junior team members with opportunities to supervise graduates/interns within the team.

Find out more
If you’d like to have a chat about the role(s) please contact Clara Cuevas, Director, Economic Policy, on (08) 6551 2648 or .
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How to apply * Read the Applicant Information Pack, Role Statement and Treasury Capability Framework attached.

• Click the ‘Apply for Job’ link at the bottom of this page or at jobs.wa.gov.au.
• Complete the online application form and submit (in Word or PDF format):

• a comprehensive CV (in Word or PDF) tailored to these opportunities and providing the panel with an overview of your skills and experience relevant to the role(s), ensuring you include past key achievements and deliverables;
• a maximum two-page written cover letter highlighting your experience, skills and capabilities as they relate to the role(s) - please draw upon the attached position Role Statement and Treasury’s Capability Framework. Please indicate in the letter which role or roles you are interested in applying for.

Please allow sufficient time to submit your application as we are unable to consider late or incomplete applications. For information about the process or lodging your application online, please contact .
Subsequent vacancies
Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies in the Department of Treasury, in accordance with Part 2 of the Commissioner’s Instructions No. 39: Interim Arrangements to Fill Public Sector Vacancies.