Senior Economic Analyst Job Opportunity
The Department of State Development is working to shape South Australia's future by driving economic growth through informed decision making.
Our role focuses on leveraging economic insights to capitalise on opportunities and drive the state forward. You will contribute to delivering major economic initiatives and make a lasting positive difference in the prosperity of our state.
About The Role
* You'll utilise your economics, statistics, and modelling expertise to uncover valuable insights that inform training investment decisions.
* Collaborate with a supportive team of subject matter experts to explore labour market trends, evaluate programs, and develop models that inform policy and strategy.
Key Responsibilities
* Analyse labour market and training data to identify trends and support evidence-based subsidy decisions.
* Develop models to assess the impact of policy and strategy changes on the VET market.
* Evaluate skills and participation programs to identify areas for improvement.
* Communicate findings clearly and effectively to stakeholders through reports and presentations.
* Identify gaps in the Department's evidence base and contribute to the development of new datasets.
* Promote a safe, inclusive, and ethical work environment aligned with public sector values.
* Deliver high-quality customer service in line with departmental principles and standards.
Requirements
* Strong understanding of economic theory and statistical practices.
* Experience with data analysis tools such as SQL, R, or Python (or a willingness to learn).
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* A growth mindset and collaborative approach to teamwork.