Director, Economic Policy (723134)

The Director, Economic Policy will:

• Lead a team providing strategic direction and high-level policy advice on economic and financial matters and relevant policy issues with budgetary or resource management implications.  
• Provide expert advice in relation to the Government’s regulatory reform agenda and specific industry sectors. 
• Ensure that strategic priorities are achieved and manage the Economic Policy Branch to ensure that services are produced with a high degree of professionalism.

About You

You will have a proven track record in effectively leading, managing and motivating a professional team across a diverse range of policy related issues.

You will be a motivated, capable and creative individual with sound judgement combined with strong analytical and communication skills. Your success requires the ability to lead policy research and analysis on complex issues; define and develop recommendations; clearly articulate difficult technical issues to stakeholders; and demonstrate leadership and initiative in a team environment.

We welcome applications from a diverse range of applicants and provide flexible, hybrid working options in most roles. We want our employees to reach their full potential which is why we make reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process to enable applicants with disability, illness and injury to fully participate. Please notify us if you require any support or adjustments during the recruitment process to enable your full participation.

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About the Branch

As part of the Economic and Financial Policy Division, the Economic and Policy Branch forecasts key Tasmanian economic measures; monitors trends in the global, national and Tasmanian economy; undertakes detailed economic analysis of potential economic developments and Government industry assistance proposals; and provides economic policy advice to the Government. The Branch also analyses and advises on regulatory and legislative reform proposals.

Period of Appointment

Appointment to the role is on a fixed term five (5) year basis.

Desirable Requirements

Completion of relevant tertiary or industry qualifications and/or professional affiliation is highly desirable but not essential.

Statement of Duties and Advice to Applicants

Please download the Statement of Duties and Advice to Applicants:

 Statement of Duties - 723134 - Director Economic Policy.DOCX

 Statement of Duties - 723134 - Director Economic Policy.pdf

 Advice to Applicants - Treasury.pdf

 Advice to Applicants - Treasury.DOCX

How to apply

We strongly encourage you to chat to the person listed below to gain a good understanding of the role and how it fits with your career.

To apply, please provide a copy of your current Resume and Short Form Application (maximum 2 pages) outlining your experience, skills, and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties. Refer to the 'Advice to Applicants' documents for further information.

To submit your application, please click the blue "Apply Now" button. You will be prompted to complete an online application form and to attach your Resume and your two-page Short Form Application (please note that you can upload .doc, .do