Senior Economist And Assistant Director Economist

2 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Buscojobs Full time

About the company :

This leading Federal government agency supports Australians in achieving their goals and helps them live better lives. Their work impacts a significant area in the social sector, and you can contribute to making a difference in this role. The agency is known for its great culture across different teams and has excellent office locations. This is a great opportunity for a Senior Economist or an Assistant Director Economist to join this busy team on a 12-month assignment.

About the role :

  • Work with like-minded individuals to address the unique challenges of the care economy and human services markets.
  • Engage in theoretical and practical policy considerations regarding the current and future states of the agency-supported markets.
  • Apply statistical and economic modelling and research methods, using large datasets, to understand the functioning of the agency markets and propose improvements.
  • Address information asymmetries and market failures by designing pilot studies that fill information gaps and test new solutions.
  • Collaborate effectively across teams and departments, and with experts and academics, to understand priorities and build shared understanding.
  • Make a significant impact on the allocation of the scheme resources, which are projected to grow.

About you :

  • You will have superior analytical and problem-solving skills applied to understanding complex economic issues and working toward practical solutions.
  • You will have structured thinking about quantitative and qualitative problems, and the development of analytical frameworks.
  • You will possess quantitative skills to handle and analyze data.
  • You will be able to simplify technical information into clear narratives and plain English advice suitable for non-technical audiences.
  • You will work well within a team and independently.
  • You will have the ability to build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships, both internally and externally.
  • You will have an interest in the economic challenges of the care economy.
  • You will bring energy, enthusiasm, and motivation to improve the agency.

Benefits :

  • ASAP start (pending Federal Police Clearance)
  • 12-month temporary assignment with the possibility of extension
  • Full-time hours, Monday to Friday
  • Locations: Melbourne, Geelong, and Surry Hills, with hybrid working options
  • Market rate compensation

How to apply :

At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse individuals, people living with disabilities, and the LGBTIQA+ community.

Learn more about our diversity and inclusion initiatives at

Please note: The successful candidate must hold Australian Citizenship.

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