About the role As our Agricultural Economist, you will:
Provide support to DPI staff and projects through the delivery of high-quality economic evaluation and extension of information to farmers targeting improved profitability and sustainability.Develop and maintain collaborative relationships (in multi-disciplinary teams) with landholders, industry organisations, colleagues, natural resource management groups, universities, and other government agencies.Develop bio-economic models and use other economic analysis methods to assess agricultural production activities, natural resource management initiatives, and policy analysis (gross margin analysis, cost-benefit analysis, partial budgeting, risk analysis, etc.).Use appropriate economic methodologies to analyse project data in a timely manner to ensure milestones are met and prepare case study reports, papers, and other communication material.Undertake projects and activities as required and self-organise workflow priorities and projects to ensure outcomes are met.Utilise and provide training to stakeholders in the use of DPI economic decision support tools (e.g. https://featonline.com.au).Essential requirements You will be required to undertake overnight travel to fulfil certain tasks. The role will require travel to regional areas.
What we are looking for Assessing your eligibility and suitability to fulfil the role requirements (including, where relevant, the way you carried out previous roles).Evaluating your potential contributions to the department and how your involvement would uphold our commitment to equity, diversity, respect, and inclusion.Eligibility requirements You will be asked to provide evidence of how you meet the eligibility requirements during the selection process.Citizenship or visa requirements To be eligible for this opportunity, you must be an Australian citizen, hold permanent residency status, or possess a visa allowing you to work in Australia.Licences and registrations A current 'C' class driver's licence.Mandatory qualifications A Bachelor's degree (AQF level 7 or equivalent) in economics, business, agribusiness, or commerce (including economics/finance/accounting) is required. Graduates are encouraged to apply.Why work for us Learn why our people choose DPI and more importantly why they stay.Work with passion and purpose.Have a tangible impact, for today and tomorrow.Enjoy interesting, diverse work.Follow your path wherever it leads.Get the flexibility and support you need to thrive.Be part of our one, diverse DPI.Find purpose you feel, impact you see, and a legacy you bring to life.
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