Economic Analyst

Job Description

Level/Salary Level 5, $101,122 - $110,517 per annum (PSCA 2024) + superannuation Directorate Economic and Revenue Forecasting Work type Permanent Full-Time, Fixed Term Full-Time Location Perth Closing date Monday, 24 February 2025- 5:00 PM (AWST) Are you passionate about making a difference for Western Australia? We want to hear from you. About us At WA Treasury, we are at the centre of Government decision-making. Our people make a real difference, working towards a common goal of economic, social and environmental sustainability for Western Australia. With an unwavering commitment to excellence and integrity, we do work that is meaningful and rewarding. We are a diverse and inclusive agency where our people are supported to grow and thrive, with workplace flexibility to help us be at our best. The work area This role sits within the Economic and Revenue Forecasting Directorate which is part of the Economic business unit. The Economic and Revenue Forecasting Directorate monitors and analyses economic conditions in Western Australia, its key trading partners and commodity markets, as well as trends in revenues. It forecasts key economic aggregates, as well as tax and mining revenues (accounting for around half of total revenue) for the State. The opportunity Are you passionate about economics and want to deepen your understanding of the Western Australian and global economies? This is a pool process and can be used to fill permanent and fixed term vacancies that may arise within the next 6 months. We are looking for individuals with strong conceptual and analytical skills who can evaluate both quantitative and qualitative information and communicate results effectively. If this is you, join us and make a difference for Western Australia! In this role, you will: Prepare forecasts and advice on the outlook for the Western Australian economy, key export and commodity markets, and what that means for State government taxes and mining royalties. Use a range of models and techniques to analyse data from various sources, as well as information gained from consulting with experts from other agencies and the private sector, to inform forecasts and advice. Work both independently and as part of a larger team. How to apply Read the Applicant Information Pack, Role Statement and Treasury Capability Framework attached. Click the ‘Apply' button which will redirect you to the jobswa website for you to apply to the pool. Complete the online application form and submit (in Word or PDF format): A comprehensive CV (in Word or PDF) tailored to this opportunity and providing the panel with an overview of your skills and experience relevant to this role, ensuring you include past key achievements and deliverables; A maximum two-page written cover letter addressing the essential role-specific requirement 1 and 2 highlighting your experience, skills and capabilities as they relate to the role - please draw upon the attached position Role Statement and Treasury’s Capability Framework; A copy of the transcript of your degree(s) in economics, econometrics or a similarly relevant discipline (if applicable). Please allow sufficient time to submit your application as we are unable to consider late or incomplete applications. For information about the process or lodging your application online, please contact Subsequent vacancies This process may be used to fill similar permanent or fixed-term (full time/part time) vacancies that may arise within Treasury and across the WA public sector within the next 6 months. Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies in the Department of Treasury, in accordance with Part 2 of the Commissioner’s Instructions No. 39: Interim Arrangements to Fill Public Sector Vacancies. #J-18808-Ljbffr