Assistant Director - Economic Modelling & Analysis

Australian Capital Territory; Canberra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ACT Treasury in Canberra seeks an Assistant Director in Economic Modelling and Quantitative Analysis to lead advanced economic modelling, analyse large administrative datasets, and contribute to priority policy projects on vehicle registration and population projections.

You will prepare evidence-based briefings, quality‑assure deliverables and manage projects with a high degree of independence, while collaborating across teams and upholding ACTPS values.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical, research and quantitative skills.
• Experience with large datasets and analytical reporting.
• Experience with quantitative programming and advanced Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead economic modelling and analysis of datasets for policy projects.
• Prepare evidence-based briefings and presentations; manage projects independently.
• Translate complex analysis into clear, practical policy advice.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data analysis

Quantitative programming

Excel proficiency

Policy translation

Project management

Education

Economics/Statistics degree

Job description

ACT Treasury in Canberra seeks an Assistant Director in Economic Modelling and Quantitative Analysis to lead advanced economic modelling, analyse large administrative datasets, and contribute to priority policy projects on vehicle registration and population projections.

You will prepare evidence-based briefings, quality‑assure deliverables and manage projects with a high degree of independence, while collaborating across teams and upholding ACTPS values.