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As a Policy Officer, Economics you will:
• Provide support to senior members of the Economic Policy & Analytics team through significant economic analysis projects.
• Conduct research and analysis into current issues, trends, opportunities and challenges.
• Be able to quickly develop strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve a timely and quality outcome.

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Job details

There are two positions available for Queensland Government Graduates from the 2023 Graduate Connect Program.

If you are eligible to apply for this vacancy, you can apply online.

Applicants who do not meet the criteria for the Targeted Vacancy will not be considered.

About the role
As our Policy Officer - Economics, you will:
• Support senior members of the team with significant climate and natural capital economic analysis projects.
• Lead smaller, discrete sub-tasks or projects that contribute to the above significant economic analysis projects and support broader department work on climate policy including the ag and land sector strategy.
• Develop considered strategic economic advice on agricultural industry development-related issues and the agricultural sector more broadly.
• Conduct research and analysis into current issues, trends, opportunities and challenges.
• Develop ministerial and departmental correspondence, briefing notes and policy or issues papers as required at a high and polished standard.
• Be able to quickly develop strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve a timely and quality outcome, including linking to the CRC for net zero.
• Undertake other tasks and activities as directed.

You may also have
• A tertiary qualification or relevant experience in economics, data analytics and or policy is desirable.

What we are looking for
We are seeking the best suited candidate for the role. We will achieve this by:
• assessing your eligibility and suitability to fulfill 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.

Why work for us
Learn why our people choose DAF 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 DAF

There are two positions available for Queensland Government Graduates from the 2023 Graduate Connect Program.

Find purpose you feel, impact you see and a legacy you bring to life.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

(2) Temporary Full-Time Positions available

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