The Opportunity
Our client is a community focused Federal Government Insurance Agency, currently seeking an EL2 Economist to Contribute to the design and delivery of pricing policy initiatives and frameworks for the Insurance Agency.
This will be a 12-month initial contract with the strong view for further extension, offering open market day rates, to be based out of our clients Richmond or Geelong office in a hybrid capacity.
Responsibilities will include:
* Manage projects or workstreams within broader reform programs, ensuring quality and timeliness.
* Interpret and apply economic and analytical modelling to inform pricing policy advice.
* Prepare high-quality written material including briefings, reports, and presentations for senior executives and government.
* Support risk identification, issue management, and policy evaluation.
* Engage with external stakeholders to ensure policy is informed, practical and transparent.
* Contribute to a positive and high-performing team culture, supporting collaboration and continuous improvement.
About you:
* Australian Citizenship is mandatory to be eligible to work for this Federal Government Agency.
* Tertiary qualification in public policy, economics, management, or a related field is desirable.
* Equivalent senior-level experience in policy, pricing, or program management in government or a regulatory context will also be considered.
* Strong program and project management skills with demonstrated delivery of policy or regulatory initiatives.
* Ability to analyse and translate complex information, including economic, and financial data into practical advice.
* Strong written communication skills with experience preparing clear and persuasive documents for senior audiences.
* Sound judgement, problem solving, and conceptual skills.
* Effective stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills.
* Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and contribute to team outcomes.
Desirable criteria
* Experience in pricing or funding reform in Health, Aged Care, or Disability.
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