Senior Economic & Policy Analyst - NSW Government

Location: Parramatta (2150)/WFH.
Rate: $690 - $760 per day + Super
Contract Length: 6 mths
Note: Must have 5yrs+ experience as an economic & policy analyst preferably in the Government/Public sector.

We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Economic & Policy Analyst for our NSW Government client who will be responsible for high level economic analytical advice, including developing business cases, risk and commercial analysis to inform strategy, operations and investment decisions.

It is preferable to have experience working in Government programs or the Education sector.

Keys to Role:
Roles will suit an experienced Senior Economic & Policy Analyst -

• 5+ years policy experience
• Experience with business cases
• Comfortable in an ambiguous and fast paced environment
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skillset.

Key accountabilities:

• Develop and lead research, economic analysis, including project management and communication of results for a range of projects to support the Director, Executive Director and the fund's board members.
• Develop innovative and fit-for-purpose materials to communicate complex policy issues and economic concepts, reporting, economic and data analysis, using a range of high quality written or presentation materials, prepared for audiences with varying degrees of economic literacy.
• Collaborate with other areas of the directorate and division to coordinate and develop analysis of the impact of reforms and policy proposals to support decision making.
• Develop and maintain strong networks and stakeholder relationships to identify opportunities to enhance project management, methodologies, software and modelling techniques, in line with the department's commitment to continuous improvement.
• Manage systems and processes and provide advice and training to staff across the directorate to ensure best practice operations and governance of the fund.
• Prepare quality evidence-based written briefs, proposals, correspondence and reports to effectively communicate findings, make recommendations, and identify areas for improvement to the Director, Executive Director, Deputy Secretary, the Secretary, the fund's board members and the Minister.

Key challenges

• Managing complex and sensitive issues and providing considered, strategic advice in relation to metrics, economic and commercial analysis, and reporting within tight time frames.
• Coordinating the provision of accurate advice on complex economic analysis issues.
• Providing high-quality work within tight and often conflicting time frames.

Candidates must be based in the Greater Sydney Area and must possess existing full working rights - Permanent Resident or Citizen of Australia.

If you feel this opportunity matches your skills and previous experiences, please apply with your CV.