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The Productivity Commission (the Commission) is the Australian Government's independent research and advisory body on a range of economic, social and environmental issues affecting the welfare of Australians.
- A Commissioner with skills and experience acquired in working in Australian Industry, pursuant to subsection 24(5) of the Productivity Commission Act 1998,
- A Commissioner with extensive skills and experience in dealing with policies and programs that impact First Nations communities as well as experience in dealing with First Nations communities, pursuant to subsection 24(6) of the Productivity Commission Act 1998, and
- at least one non-specialist Commissioner.

Commissioners conduct inquiries with public hearings, oversee research and preparation of reports, which involves making recommendations on major public policy issues, and represent the Commission’s work in public forums. Applicants should be of high standing in their profession and the community and have a strong basis for appointment based on knowledge of, or relevant interest in, good public policy design and process.

All appointees to the Commission must have qualifications and experience relevant to the Commission’s functions. Skills in one or more of the following would be an advantage: microeconomic policy/reform; policy drivers of productivity and economic growth; legislative and/or regulatory frameworks; energy and other essential infrastructure; and econometrics and economic modelling. Expertise in these areas can be demonstrated in a variety of ways, including through practical experience in the public or private sectors.

The successful applicants will demonstrate leadership, including being able to manage and work effectively to bring value from diverse views, work with others to meet objectives and demonstrate a high level of judgment; have a high level of proficiency in research and analysis; demonstrate superior communications skills; and, demonstrate a high standard of professional and personal integrity as well as capacity to promote these in an organisation (consistent with the APS Integrated Leadership System).

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