Policy Analyst/economist
2 days ago
About us
The Department of Treasury and Finance provides economic, financial and resource management advice to help the Victorian Government deliver its policies. We strive for excellence in financial and economic management to improve the lives of all Victorians.
Group
The Intergovernmental Relations team provides advice on Commonwealth-state funding, including GST Policy and major partnership agreements spanning the breadth of government services. The team supports the Treasurer's attendance at the Council on Federal Financial Relations and the Board of Treasurers, which are important forums for progressing the national economic agenda.
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity that will require you to lead the timely delivery of high-quality advice to support the negotiation of funding agreements with the Commonwealth and strategic briefings for intergovernmental meetings responding to current State and Commonwealth policies. You will also support the delivery of technical advice on matters related to GST policy.
**The roles key accountabilities are**:
- Prepare timely and accurate advice to DTF Ministers, senior management and other areas of Victorian Government in relation to Commonwealth-State financial relations.
- Undertake quantitative and qualitative research and analysis, both as independent discrete work, and in contribution to broader team projects.
- Communicate and consult across DTF and other government departments to inform Victorian negotiating positions and strategy, and support Victoria participating in other interjurisdictional processes.
- Work as part of a team, and on a self-directed basis to delivery timely, quality products and manage processes such as the coordination of interjurisdictional meetings and associated papers and briefings.
- As required, make contributions across the division and department, to other research or major government reports and publications.
About you
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively or on a self-directed basis.
- Ability to identify, build and maintain strong networks and relationships with stakeholders to achieve team work objectives.
- Well-developed analytical, research, policy development and/or quantitative skills.
- Sound understanding of issues related to Commonwealth-state relations, including the core interests of Victoria and other governments.
Experience and qualifications
- Tertiary qualifications in economics, public policy, commerce, law or a related field are an advantage.
About our culture
We aim to be a model employer providing an inclusive workplace that is understanding and respectful of differences such as gender, identity, race, disability or age. In addition, we are committed to supporting Aboriginal pathways between education and employment.
The Department strives to create an environment that supports a flexible and adaptive workforce. All requests for flexible working arrangements will be considered in line with operational requirements.
How to apply
Covid-19 Vaccination
DTF is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees and clients and consistent with the department's obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OH&S Act). To support this DTF has a COVID-19 Vaccination policy which strongly recommends all DTF employees be fully vaccinated.
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