Economic Analyst

Description:

Are you interested to be part of the team that will develop Victoria's skills roadmap? Do you have the skills to extract insights from complex data and weave a clear and compelling narrative to influence decision making? Then this role may be for you!
The Victorian Skills Authority (VSA), an Administrative Office of the Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions (DJSIR) portfolio, is currently seeking an Economic Analyst as part of the Skills Plan Unit, responsible for developing and delivering the annual Victorian Skills Plan.
The Victorian Skills Plan, the VSA's marquee product, sets out training needs both for local communities and industries, for the year ahead and beyond and include a focus on the state's areas of economic growth. The Plan helps decision-makers understand broad workforce trends, challenges and opportunities.
Candidates for this position will need to demonstrate strong written communication and data analytical skills, and ideally, a background in economic and labour market analysis. An understanding of the Victorian labour market, and the importance of skills and training in meeting both economic and social outcomes would also be desirable.
In return, you will be part of an exciting program of work that aims to help more Victorians get the training they need to find work and for employers to get the skilled workforce they need. The successful candidate will have learning and development opportunities to improve their skills.
Based at the Melbourne CBD, you will be joining a hard-working, experienced, and skilled group of people who are committed to making the Victorian vocational and training system the best it can be. We take our work seriously and we are good at creating a supportive, collaborative, and positive working environment.
To be considered, you will need to submit both your resume and a two to three page covering letter that outlines your skills and experience against each of the key selection criteria outlined in the attached position description.