Senior Economist/Senior Policy Officer

Senior Economist/Senior Policy Officer, Investment & Evaluation Policy branch. Centre of Economic Evidence.

·         Employment Type:                            Ongoing

·         Classification / Grade / Band:        Clerk Grade 9/10

·         Remuneration:                                    $125,693 - $138,510; plus, Superannuation and Leave Loading

·         Location:                                              Sydney CBD, Flexible working options available

·         Applications Close:                           Tuesday, 2 May 2025 at 9:59am

Role impact & contribution

Your typical day-to-day work will include developing, communicating, and supporting the effective implementation of NSW Government operational policy related to its Investment Framework, maintaining strong relationships through effective communication and negotiation across Treasury, NSW Government and other key stakeholders, to drive engagement in policy development and implementation and inform executive decision making, providing high quality analysis and advice to government, and delivering effective presentations to communicate policy change, support effective policy implementation, and build public sector capability in evidence production.

•The role may include independent research, project management, quantitative modelling, or general public policy advice.

You will be joining our Economic Strategy & Productivity Group and will be working within the Centre of Economic Evidence Division in the Investment and Evaluation (I&EP) branch The branch implements the NSW Government Investment Framework, guiding how government initiatives are developed, appraised, and evaluated. In this branch, you will support agencies to develop high-quality evidence to support investment in their initiatives, by developing frameworks (i.e. the Investment, the Disaster CBA, Carbon Value, and the Value of Statistical Life frameworks); guidelines (i.e. Cost-Benefit Analysis, Business Case, Evaluation, and Benefits Realisation Management); and associated technical notes. Importantly, you will play an active role in communicating and building public sector capability to use these frameworks and guidelines effectively. The branch is also dedicated to building the evidence base by stewarding the Evidence Bank (a collection of evidence practices and policy) to ensure NSW policy is evidence informed. 

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You can read more about the role in the role description here.

What you can bring to the role.

In this integral role there are a few things we would like for you to have to best support yourself and add value to the people of NSW.

The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:

·         Knowledge of and/or professional experience in public policy, economics, law, econometrics, statistics, or another relevant field. Relevant tertiary qualifications are highly regarded but not essential if knowledge / experience can otherwise be demonstrated.

·         Demonstrated experience in developing economic frameworks and/or the provision of economic advice and analysis, with particular experience in business cases, micro-economic reform, and cost-benefit analysis being highly regarded.

·         The ability to work across diverse policy issues to support economic and/or policy advice, with familiarity and experience in at least one of the following areas:

o    Public policy development and analysis

o    Economics

o    Evaluation

o    Cost-Benefit Analysis

o    Econometrics / Forecasting

Investing in you

The team you will join is made up of a diverse and welcoming group of people. We understand what starting a new job is like, and to ensure you have the most positive experience we will ‘Buddy’ you up with a team member to help settle you in.

Just some of the benefits of working with Treasury include:

·         Flexible work at our Sydney office with 35-hour standard weeks

·         Accrual of flex time for extra hours worked, promoting work-life balance.

·         Ongoing learning opportunities through expert-led sessions and online training

·         Wellbeing programs to support your mental and physical health.

·         Various leave options, including paid parental and carers leave.

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Enrich your career with the NSW Treasury

You will have an invaluable opportunity to create a positive impact for the people of New South Wales. You will be challenged to provide the best outcomes possible in this role while developing and growing your own skills.

When you join Treasury, you join an organisation that is a whole-of-government financial and economic advisor. Treasury is a critical component of the government and provides advice that informs a wide range of financial, economic and policy driven work for the state of NSW.

As you contribute your expertise, you’ll engage in continuous Professional Development, acquiring essential skills such as:

• Stakeholder Engagement: Achieving outcomes that align with stakeholder support and meet corporate, public policy, and financial management goals.

• Relationship Management and Communication: Building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders and effectively communicating complex analyses in an understandable and audience-specific manner.

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Interested in working with us

Read the role description to learn more about the role and submit your application ONLY via the I Work for NSW jobs platform.

Application process:

·         an up-to-date resume detailing your knowledge, skills, and experience in relation to the role.

·         complete pre-screening questions as part of the application process.

·         partake in a behavioural based interview and undergo additional assessments if shortlisted

A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that may become available over the next 18 months.

Read more about what to expect in the hiring process.

We embrace diversity

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, LGBTQI+ and diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

NSW Treasury is committed to being an employer of choice for the people of New South Wales.

We currently hold the following accreditations as:

·         a Disability Confident Recruiter with Australian Network on Disability, where we ensure a fair and equitable process without barriers.

·         a Level 1 Activate Carer Employer with Carers NSW recognising the development of a carer friendly workplace policies and practices.

We support individuals with disabilities in accessing adjustments during recruitment and at work. For assistance, visit: https://www.treasury.nsw.gov.au/about-treasury/careers-at-nsw-treasury

Eligibility
To be eligible to apply for ongoing employment at NSW Treasury, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident of Australia.

NSW Treasury does not provide relocation expenses, nor can we support employer-sponsored work visas unless specifically referenced in the advertisement.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo background checks and provide confirmation of tertiary academic qualifications before commencement.

Any questions?

Visit our Careers Centre or contact our Talent Advisor Natalie Wu **********@treasury.nsw.gov.au.

Close of applications: 9:59am Tuesday 20 May 2025.

A concurrent search is also underway.

Click “Apply online” below to start your application.