Senior Economic Policy Researcher

Job title: Senior Economic Policy Researcher

Company: Parliament of Australia


Job description: Job DetailsJob Title: Senior Economic Policy ResearcherEmployment Type: Ongoing/Non-OngoingClassification: Parliamentary Executive Level 1Closing Date: 11:30pm AEDT, 14 April 2025Contact: Kate Wagner, 62772405, kate.wagner@aph.gov.auThe OpportunityThe Department of Parliamentary Services (DPS) is recruiting for a Parliamentary Executive Level 1 Senior Economic Policy Researcher within the Parliamentary Library.The Parliamentary Library supports Australia’s democracy by providing high-quality, impartial and confidential information, analysis and advice to Parliamentarians and their staff. By providing high-quality responses to clients, the Parliamentary Library supports informed policy debates and decisions.The work is diverse and challenging and includes writing publications with analysis of policy, budgets and legislation often within tight deadlines.The Economic Policy Section provides client advice across a broad range of areas including climate change, energy, housing, industry policy, competition policy, macroeconomics, finance, banking, transport and infrastructure.Who we are looking forThe Economic Policy Section is seeking a senior economic policy researcher who can quickly learn about and write advice on a broad range of topics in a clear and non-technical manner. While each researcher has specialist topics in which they develop expertise, they are also expected to be able to work in other areas as required.Our ideal candidate writes clearly and succinctly, has sound judgement, and can work independently to tight deadlines. Well-developed quantitative skills will be highly regarded, as will knowledge and expertise in accounting, finance, or tax.You must be able to quickly find and provide accurate and relevant information in an impartial manner to parliamentary clients. You must possess a strong client service ethic, be well-informed and fast to learn. Communication skills-both oral and written-must be of a high order. It is also helpful to have an awareness of current affairs and parliamentary processes.Any merit pool created from this recruitment process may be used to fill ongoing or non-ongoing positions that may arise over the next 18 months.Job Specific Requirements:

• Tertiary qualifications in at least one relevant discipline are essential
• The successful applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (Protected/Restricted) security clearance.

At DPS, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that ensures all our people can contribute to our shared purpose. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, people from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people who identify as neurodivergent, and mature aged people.Duty StatementClassification: Parliamentary Executive Level 1Branch: ResearchSection: EconomicsImmediate supervisor: Director, Economic PolicyThe Parliamentary Librarian is required by the Parliamentary Service Act 1999 to, among other things:‘… provide high quality information, analysis and advice to Senators and Members of the House of Representatives in support of their parliamentary and representational roles.’The Act requires the Parliamentary Librarian to perform this function:

• in a timely, impartial and confidential manner; and
• maintaining the highest standards of scholarship and integrity; and
• on the basis of equality of access for all Senators, Members of the House of Representatives, parliamentary committees and staff acting on behalf of Senators, Members or parliamentary committees; and
• having regard to the independence of Parliament from the Executive Government of the Commonwealth.

Against this background, Senior Researchers undertake, under limited direction, duties in accordance with the agreed standards for a Parliamentary Executive Level 1. They provide high quality information, research and advisory services to achieve results in line with the organisation’s goals. The duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:1. Providing high quality professional, specialist and technical research on complex issues (including the identification, retrieval, analysis and synthesis of information from diverse sources) for the benefit of parliamentary clients and internal stakeholders;2. Providing high quality analysis and advice to clients and internal stakeholders in relation to the subject areas covered by the section;3. Preparing research papers and information resources on a range of matters to inform parliamentary clients and other stakeholders, and that maintain the Library’s high standards of scholarship and integrity;4. Providing high quality service delivery or corporate support functions, including managing client expectations, and undertaking project work and policy development.5. Actively develop effective, collaborative and strategic working relationships across the organisation, with other organisations, and with clients and other stakeholders, and if necessary supervise, mentor and/or coach other staff.Employees of DPS are required to be able, and to be seen to be able, to provide professional advice and services to all Senators and Members without favour or prejudice.Selection Criteria1. Ability to perform complex research and analysis

• Conducts high-quality research and analysis, and provides advice on complex issues
• Uses diverse information and database services
• High-level writing skills and the ability to write research and analysis products in various formats and styles
• Works quickly while maintaining accuracy

2. Cultivates productive working relationships

• Develops internal and external relationships to support work objectives
• Facilitates cooperation and works collaboratively
• Values individual differences and diversity
• Works constructively to resolve conflict
• Guides, mentors and develops people

3. Personal and professional qualities

• Works under limited supervision and manages competing priorities
• Possesses strong client service ethic
• Demonstrates probity and accountability, initiative, resilience and good judgement
• Prepared to develop new areas of expertise, and committed to professional development

4. Communication skills

• Communicates clearly and appropriately
• Listens, understands and adapts to audience
• Negotiates persuasively
• Tailors responses according to client requirements

5. Understanding of the parliamentary and political environment

• Knowledge of the context, role and operations of Parliament
• Understands the role and function of key Parliamentary bodies and processes
• Deals sensitively, impartially and objectively with controversial issues

6. Eligibility and/or job specific requirements

• Applicants should have knowledge, understanding, and tertiary and/or postgraduate qualifications in a relevant discipline.

How to applyPlease upload a pitch (750 words maximum) describing how your skills and experience would contribute to the role and work of the department.Your pitch is an opportunity to tell us why you want to work at DPS, why you are interested in the role and what you can offer in the role. Frame your pitch around the role description and relevant . Make sure to use relevant examples and accomplishments that demonstrate your ability to perform the role.For additional guidance when crafting you application, please refer to the the , which provides helpful tips on how to structure your pitch and highlight your most relevant skills and experience effectively.Our purpose and valuesWe proudly provide innovative, unified, and client-focused services to the Australian Parliament and parliamentarians. We are a values driven department, placing our values at the heart of everything we do; from our service offerings and decision making to our interactions with stakeholders and each other.Our people are employed in a broad and unique range of professional, customer service and trade-based roles, all joined by a shared purpose: to make an enduring contribution to Australia’s parliamentary democracy. We have an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the community we serve. While we come from all walks of life, we share a commitment to care for and protect our iconic workplace.Every year, almost one million people visit Australian Parliament House to experience the parliamentary process, the building’s architecture, nationally significant art collections, events, tours, and food and dining experiences – all made possible by our people, who are active participants in an environment where no two days are the same.What we can offerJoin our community based on innovative, unified, and client-focused services, where your skills and development will be nurtured. You will also enjoy:

• access to flexible work arrangements
• ongoing opportunities to learn and develop new capabilities
• a competitive remuneration package
• free secure underground parking
• free gym membership and access to recreational facilities
• on-site childcare, banking services, post office, value-for-money dining options and more.

SalaryAn attractive salary, which could be negotiated with the successful candidate, is on offerConditions of EmploymentEmployment opportunities at Department of Parliamentary Services are subject to a range of conditions prescribed in the Parliamentary Service Act 1999 which include:

• Australian citizenship – to be eligible for employment with DPS, applicants must be an Australian Citizen.

• Security clearance and character clearance – the preferred applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the level specified, as well as complete and be deemed suitable through a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

• Health assessment – a pre-employment health assessment will be required where there are physical or medical requirements for the role.

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Location: Australia

Job date: Mon, 31 Mar 2025 23:15:36 GMT

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