Job type: Full time
Organisation: Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions
Occupation: Economics
Reference: VG/082126A
Job posted: 16/01/2025
Closes: 09/02/2025
Classification: VPSG6
Salary Range: $134,593 - $180,115
The Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions is focused on growing Victoria's prosperity, building the productive capacity of our economy and increasing participation – by creating more opportunities for people through skills and jobs; helping businesses and industries to thrive; and building vibrant communities and regions.
For more information, see the DJSIR Strategic Plan 2023-2027.
The Department strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and offers reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities.
The Role The Economic Modelling Lead plays a pivotal role in leading the design, delivery and continuous enhancement of VSA's core economic models, including its Employment Model and Vocational Education and Training Skills Alignment (VETSA) model.
In this role, you work with your Team Manager to set the direction for the VSA's economic modelling and collaborate with stakeholders across Government to embed modelling outputs into decision-making.
You will be the VSA's go-to expert for economic modelling techniques and methodologies and, alongside your Team Manager, lead and mentor a dedicated group of analysts and foster a culture of innovation and excellence.
Lead the development and delivery of VSA's core modelling projects and products, including the VSA's Employment Model and Vocational Education and Training Skills Alignment (VETSA) model.Lead the continuous improvement of economic models and frameworks across the Victorian Skills Authority, acting as a technical expert within the organisation.Manage and mentor a group of two analysts, and work with the Team manager to set the strategic direction and foster a collaborative and high-performing team.Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, providing high-quality, timely and influential advice that supports policy-setting across the skills and employment system in Victoria and maximizes the impact of the team's analytical products.The Team The position of Economic Modelling Lead forms a part of the Analysis and Insights Branch within the Victorian Skills Authority.
The key role of this Branch is to deliver cutting-edge advice on skills needs, labour market intelligence and VET performance in Victoria.
Developing high-quality projects such as the Victorian Skills Plan.Delivering a survey program to approximately 30,000 Victorian employers of apprentices and trainees and around 180,000 Victorian VET students.Generating detailed insights into VET quality, performance and outcomes.Forecasting labour demand, estimating VET training needs, assessing skill shortages, modelling skills trends and conducting sophisticated analysis.About You To be successful, you will bring strong technical expertise in economic modelling, experience leading teams and/or complex projects, pragmatic problem-solving skills, commitment to continuous improvement and exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
You will be a good team player, demonstrating your ability to collaborate effectively and foster a culture of respect, cooperation, and shared achievement.
Additionally, you will have a track record of impactful modelling work, innovative thinking, and alignment with strategic goals.
Further Information The department is committed to creating and maintaining a child-safe organisation.
We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to taking the necessary steps to protect children from harm by adopting a preventative, proactive and participatory approach to child safety in accordance with the Child Safe Standards.
Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with the Department.
For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description.
How to Apply Please click the 'Apply Now' button.
As part of the application process, you must include a resume and a covering letter that explains your experience and suitability for the role against the Key Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description.
Applications close at 23:59pm on 9 February 2025.
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