HOBAN Recruitment is recruiting for multiple EL1 level Assistant Director - Economics and Insights roles on behalf of our client, a Federal Government Agency, located in SURRY HILLS NSW.
About the Role
As an Assistant Director - Economics and Insights, you will lead small teams to deliver economic research and analysis that informs critical policy decisions. Working within the Economics and Insights team, your work will shape market design, address complex challenges, and improve the functioning of disability support markets.
In this role, you will:
* Conduct economic research and analysis to support evidence-based decision making
* Apply statistical and economic modelling using large datasets
* Lead pilot studies to address information gaps and test innovative solutions
* Collaborate across teams, academics, and experts to build shared understanding
* Contribute to sustainable pricing policies and market reforms impacting billions in funding
Benefits
* Daily rates are NEGOTIABLE - your proposed rate should reflect your skills and experience against the evaluation Criteria
* 12% superannuation to secure your future and support your retirement planning.
* ASAP start date, allowing you to embark on this exciting opportunity without delay.
* Full-time position, offering 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, enabling a healthy work-life balance and time.
* Flexible work arrangements.
* Work alongside leading economists and policy experts
* Contribute to the sustainability of one of Australia's largest funding schemes
* Join a values-driven organisation improving the lives of people with disability
About You
We are seeking motivated and analytical professionals with a passion for applying economics to real-world challenges.
To succeed in this role, you will have:
Essential skills:
* Superior analytical and problem-solving abilities to address complex economic issues
* Strong structured thinking and ability to build analytical frameworks
* Technical capability in data handling and quantitative analysis
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly
* Strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to work collaboratively
Desirable skills:
* Postgraduate degree in economics, econometrics, or a related field
* Experience in the care economy or human services markets
* Proficiency with statistical software (R, Python, Stata, SAS)
Please note you do need to be an AUSTRALIAN CITIZEN for this Federal Government role
Positions close for submissions FRIDAY 29th AUGUST 2025 COB.
At HOBAN we encourage applications from people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people of all genders, LGBTI people, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
We provide reasonable adjustments; including alternate formats to the recruitment process for individuals with disability. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, please email our Adjustments Coordinator at or visit for additional contact details.