Fixed-term Full time, Fixed-term Part time PSCSAA 2021, Class 1
Applications Close: Monday 29 August, 2022 at 5:00 pm (WST).
Are you passionate about economics and public policy?
This is an opportunity to guide economic strategies and policies to benefit Western Australians!
About the Role
We are seeking an outcomes driven and committed leader with strong stakeholder engagement and management skills with the ability to influence outcomes for the benefit of Western Australia.
As Director, Economic Policy, you will empower, engage, motivate and lead a team, working collaboratively with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.
You will be responsible for providing strategic advice on the economic implications of key economic trends and economic shocks, delivering economic modelling services and provides data-driven solutions focussed advice on both short term and long term economic issues. In this role you will contribute to delivering Government commitments on regulatory and approvals reforms. including overseeing relevant programs, supporting cross agency working groups, building regulatory best practice across the sector and improving regulatory outcomes. You will advise Government on the costing and delivery of a fair, effective and sustainable wages policy for Government employees.
Further information about Treasury is available on our Careers page at www.wa.gov.au/treasury/careers. Our future plans and goals are provided in our 2021‑24 Strategic Plan.
About you
We are looking for a leader who:
- sets clear direction and provides solutions to complex problems;
- is successful in build trusting relationships with a broad range of stakeholders and groups, developing partnerships and working collaboratively to facilitate outcomes;
- is people focused with the ability to motivate, empower and build the capability in teams;
- has experience in economic policy analysis and regulatory reform and Government policy making and review; and
- can quickly identify relationships between issues, synthesise complex information and discern the key implications for Treasury in the context of government priorities.
You will also align with Treasury’s values of Solutions Focused, Committed People, Working Collaboratively and Making a Difference.
Appointment is based on the applicant’s capacity to undertake the role at the level required and commensurate with Treasury’s Capability Framework, and this will be assessed throughout the recruitment process.
How to Apply
- Apply online at jobs.wa.gov.au.
- Read the Applicant Information Pack, Role Statement and Capability Framework attached.
- Complete the online application form;
- Submit a comprehensive CV, targeted to the role requirements, that clearly outlines your transferable skills and experience and highlights your past key achievements (in Word or PDF format);
- Using the information in the “About You” section above and in the attached documents, submit a response outlining in no more than two pages your suitability for this role.
Applications close on Monday 29 August at 5:00 pm. (WST). Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application as late and incomplete applications will not be accepted. If you are having problems lodging your application online, please contact recruitment@treasury.wa.gov.au or (08) 6551 2362.
It is anticipated that further assessments will be held in early to mid-September 2022.
For further information about this exciting opportunity, please contact Alistair Jones, Assistant Under Treasurer – Economic by emailing alistair.jones@treasury.wa.gov.au
This process may be used to fill future similar fixed-term positions that may arise within 12 months from the completion of the process.
Accessibility
If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application or interview process for this role, please contact the Treasury recruitment team at recruitment@treasury.wa.gov.au
Equity and Diversity
Ensuring we have a diverse and inclusive workforce is important to us. We are committed to an equitable and diverse workplace and encourage people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
