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Senior Budget Analyst roles
Two vacancies – Level 6
00033031, 00033032, Permanent PSCSAA 2022, $110,309 to $121,569 per annum plus superannuation
VCID835061
Applications Close: Monday 7 August 2023 at 5.00 pm (WST)
Are you passionate about government policy and keen to make a difference? This is your opportunity to influence government decision making to shape crucial health and mental health services in Western Australia.
About Treasury
Treasury seeks to achieve value for money outcomes through the provision of expert financial, economic and resource management advice, helping the Government achieve its economic and fiscal objectives and ensuring the efficient delivery of priority public services and infrastructure that benefits all people in Western Australia.
We support the Treasurer, the Expenditure Review Committee, and Cabinet by providing solutions-focused policy advice. In doing so, we directly influence decisions impacting Western Australia’s economy, finances, society, and environment.
Treasury has a high performing, dynamic work environment where you can expect to find:
- exciting, challenging, and meaningful work that will make a difference to outcomes for people in Western Australia. Some current projects being in economic diversification, climate resilience and decarbonisation, and improving outcomes for Aboriginal people and communities;
- committed, experienced and collaborative work colleagues and a supportive peer network;
- strong support, mentorship, and career development from senior leaders, including a commitment to support individual professional development;
- an active Treasury Young Professional Program (YPP) which hosts networking opportunities;
- a fun and proactive Treasury-wide social club;
- transparent and engaged communication across the organisation with regular staff briefings, Treasury‑wide Forums, and monthly Coffee Shop Forums to support your learning and development;
- an accessible and contemporary office building in the central business district, close to public transport, shops and cafes and with modern end of trip facilities; and
- the opportunity to build your career and professional networks in a central policy agency that operates at the heart of key Government decision-making.
About the Work Area
The roles sit within the Health and Mental Health Directorate of the Strategic Policy and Evaluation Business Unit who work closely with key service delivery agencies to provide advice to Government on policy settings, resource allocation, and agencies’ financial and service performance.
The Directorate covers ‘all things health and mental health’, with WA Health and Mental Health Commission making up over 30% of the State’s operating budget, and with a capital works program averaging around $600 million annually (including multiple major projects with an estimated cost of over $100 million each).
Our main focus is the annual State Budget where our team advises Government on funding proposals to inform decisions on health and mental health services, policy, and projects, including resource allocation. We perform extensive analysis (quantitative and qualitative) and consultation to balance service delivery needs and financial objectives of Government.
We are a high-performing team that works on some of the State’s most complex projects and issues. We are also proud of our supportive and inclusive atmosphere created by a diverse range of people with different skills and experience. We support each other to work on interesting and challenging projects and also focus on developing new skills through a range of training and development opportunities.
About the Roles
We have two (2) exciting new permanent roles available who will each play a lead role in the team by analysing and providing advice on business cases, budget submissions, and policy proposals, as well as the performance of WA Health and the Mental Health Commission, with a particular lens on ensuring value for money outcomes.
There is never a dull moment in this team as you will address and provide advice, and ultimately influence Government decision making on a range of diverse and high-profile issues on a day-to-day basis. This may include advising on hospital services funding (with hospital services expenditure worth around $8 billion per year), large capital projects such as the new Women’s and Babies Hospital, significant contracts, cost and demand modelling, performance analysis, the implementation of reforms such as the Sustainable Health Review and Ambulance Ramping Strategy, and negotiations with the Commonwealth on health reform.
About You
You do not need a background in the health sector or accounting for these roles.
You will work closely with the Department of Health and the Mental Health Commission in analysing budget funding submissions therefore the ability to critically analyse complex issues, build and maintain effective working relationships and deliver advice clearly and concisely is critical.
We are looking for proactive individuals who can work both autonomously and as part of a larger team to deliver on key outputs. The nature of the work, aligned to State Budget and Mid-Year review processes, is cyclical and will have peak periods, therefore the ability to complete work efficiently and be able to meet tight and competing deadlines is critical.
Applicants are expected to be able to meet the Treasury capability framework as outlined in the role statement and align with Treasury values of Solutions-Focussed, Committed People, Working Collaboratively and Making a Difference.
This process may be used to fill future, similar permanent or fixed-term positions that may arise within the Department within 12 months from the completion of this process.
How to Apply
- Read the Applicant Information Pack, Role Statement and Capability Framework attached.
- Apply online at jobs.wa.gov.au.
- Complete the online application form and submit;
- A comprehensive CV that clearly outlines your transferable skills and experience and highlights your previous key achievements (in Word or PDF format);
- A maximum two-page summary outlining your suitability for the role based on the role requirements and your previous experience, skills and knowledge; and
- Two referees in your application or CV (preferably recent supervisors) who can comment on your skills, abilities, depth of experience and work performance. Referees will often be required to return completed reports within one week of your interview, therefore it is important to keep your referees informed during the process.
It is anticipated that further assessments will be held early August 2023.
A variety of assessment tools may be used throughout the process such as the use of behavioural and cognitive testing, and video interviewing. If this is to occur, applicants will be advised of this during the appropriate stages of the process.
For further information about these roles, please contact Graeme O’Brien, Acting Director, Performance and Evaluation Group 1 (Health and Mental Health) on (08) 6551 2680 or graeme.obrien@treasury.wa.gov.au.
For other information about the process or if you are having problems lodging your application online, please contact recruitment@treasury.wa.gov.au. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application as late and incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility
Ensuring we have a diverse and inclusive workforce is important to us at Department of Treasury. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse background, youth and women to apply for positions within our agency and will support you in your career journey at Treasury.
People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace. If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application or interview process for this role, please contact the Treasury Talent Programs team on (08) 6551 2361 or email recruitment@treasury.wa.gov.au.
