Graduate Economic Research and Analytics Officer, PLF At Palladium International

Project Overview:

The Pacific Labour Facility (PLF) works with Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) and Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR) to support the administration of the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility scheme and facilitate opportunities for Australian employers to connect with workers from the Pacific and Timor-Leste. The PLF is managed by Palladium and has been established as a trusted intermediary in supporting Australia-Pacific circular labour mobility.

Role Overview: The Economics Research and Analytics Officer will be responsible for assisting with PLF’s day-to-day work on economic analyses, including industry assessments and labour market analyses; quantitative and qualitative research to improve program outcomes; quantifying the economic impacts of the Scheme; and responding to ad-hoc requests regarding economic analysis.

Responsibilities:

• Collect, manage and synthesis credible data from a broad variety of sources
• Maintain economic databases being used for research and analyses
• Assist in undertaking PLF’s economics and quantitative research agenda, including (but not limited to) labour market analyses, industry assessments, economic impact analyses, visa projections, productivity analyses, cost of living analyses, cost benefit analyses and other relevant research/evaluations
• Assist with developing and maintaining persuasive reporting products, including policy analyses, reports, inputs into PLF’s reporting and planning milestones, and reports for external stakeholders detailing the economic impacts of the program
• Collaborate with other members of the PLF team and assist in disseminating research and analytical results in a way that fosters learning amongst PLF stakeholders
• Work with other members of the Quality, Learning and Performance (QLP) team and contribute to economic and analytical tasks as requested
• Assist in maintaining collaborative partnerships and networks with relevant organisations and consultants undertaking economic research on labour mobility

Requirements:

• A completed degree or in final year in economics, statistics, commerce or other relevant discipline
• Interest in economic development in regional Australia and international development in the Pacific context
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate technical information for non-technical audiences
• Time management skills, including the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Attention to detail and ability to produce high-quality outputs

Benefits:

• Flexible working arrangements – work from home 2 days per week
• Modern office in central CBD location
• Great team culture with social activities and events
• Working for a program that is making positive impact

The successful candidate will be offered an initial contract to 30 June 2022.

You must have valid Australian work rights to be considered for this position – visa sponsorship is not available.

This is a Brisbane based role with options for flexible working. Candidates who are willing to relocate for the position must do so at their own expense.

Applications close on 30 September 2022 and will be assessed on a rolling basis.